Government and Democracy Questions

Does Australia have a direct or representative democracy?

• Direct

• Representative

Connect the picture to the system of government.

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

• Oligarchy

• Anarchy

• Monarchy

What are examples of systems of governments?

• Monarchy

• Dictatorship

• Democracy

• Anarchy

• All of the above?

Why do you think it is important for there to be checks and balances on government power?

What do we call people who make decide laws on our behalf?

• Politicians

• Government

• Politics

• Leaders

There are three _____________ of __________________.

The Commonwealth Parliament is located in Canberra. Where do you think the 6 State parliaments are located? Name the capital city of New South Wales.

The Commonwealth Parliament is located in Canberra. Where do you think the 6 State parliaments are located? Name the capital city of Tasmania.

The Commonwealth Parliament is located in Canberra. Where do you think the 6 State parliaments are located? Name the capital city of Northern Territory.

Which level of government is responsible for looking after libraries, pools, playgrounds, and footy ovals?

• Australian Government

• State Government

• Local Councils