Democratic Freedoms - terminology quiz

What is the term for a form of government in which power is held by the people or their elected representatives?

• Anarchy

• Republic

• Democracy

• Popular

What is the term for the right to form and join groups, including political parties and trade unions?

• Freedom of association

• Freedom of assembly

• Freedom of speech

• Freedom of religion

Which of the below principles help to ensure justice in Australia's legal system?

• Presumption of Innocence

• Preferential treatment for minors

• Right to parole

• Right to a fair trial

What is a Constitution?

• A set of rules by which a country or state is run

• One of the laws in Australia

• A set of laws a country can choose from

• A bill

What are the rights of a citizen?

• Equality and non-discrimination
• Marry and have children
• Fair trial in court
• All of the above

The role of the Judiciary is to...

• Put the law into action

• Make judgements on the law

• Make and change law

What is a democracy?

• A system of government in which the country plans and controls the economy and a single authoritarian party holds supreme power.
• A form of Government where absolute power is exersized by a dictator.
• A form of Government with a Monarch as the head of State.
• A form of Government where the people rule through elected representatives.

What is the term for the right to hold public meetings and demonstrations?

• Freedom of association

• Freedom of assembly

• Freedom of speech

• Freedom of religion

What is the term for a written document that outlines the rights and freedoms of citizens?

• An act of Parliament

• Constitution

• Human Rights

• A Bill of Rights

What is the term for the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views?

• Human rights

• Democracy

• Liberty

• Bill of Rights