8 Civics and Citizenship Revision Quiz

What type of political system do we have in Australia?

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

• Communism

What is the voting age of an Australian Citizen?

• 16

• 17

• 18

• 21

What is the consequence for not voting?

• Fine

• Imprisonment

• Community service

• No consequence

What is the constitution and what year did it come into effect?

• A set of rules for governing the country, 1901

• A document outlining the rights of citizens, 1950

• A treaty between countries, 1800

• A book of laws, 2000

What is a referendum?

• A vote to change the constitution

• A meeting of government officials

• A protest against the government

• A political party election

What is Double Majority in a Referendum?

• A voting system where two-thirds of the population must vote yes for it to pass

• A requirement for a majority vote in all states and the total population

• A rule that allows two referendums to be held simultaneously in Australia

• A method of counting votes in an election

Explain 'Separation of Powers'

• The division of power between the federal and state governments

• The division of power between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government

• The division of power between political parties

• The division of power between the rich and the poor

Why is it important to have a separation of powers in the Australian Federal Government?

• To prevent corruption

• To ensure equal representation

• To protect individual rights

• To promote economic growth

Who and what is role of the Power: Legislature

• Who: Prime Minister, Role: Enforces laws

• Who: Governor-General, Role: Represents the Queen

• Who: Members of Parliament, Role: Makes laws

• Who: High Court Judges, Role: Interprets laws

Who and what is the role of the Power: Executive Government

• Who: Prime Minister, Role: Enforces laws

• Who: Governor-General, Role: Represents the Queen

• Who: Members of Parliament, Role: Makes laws

• Who: High Court Judges, Role: Interprets laws