9CIV The Role of Political Parties and Independents

Which of the following is one of Australia’s two major political parties?

• The Greens

• One Nation

• Liberal Party

• Teal Independents

Who becomes Prime Minister after a federal election?

• The leader of the party with the most votes

• The leader of the party with the most seats

• The Governor-General

• The Opposition Leader

What is it called when no party wins a majority of seats in the House of Representatives?

• A majority government

• A hung parliament

• A coalition government

• A minority government

Which election saw the rise of several ‘teal independents’ winning seats?

• 2010

• 2016

• 2022

• 2007

What is the role of the Opposition in Australia’s Parliament?

• To support the government

• To challenge the government and hold it accountable

• To form government

• To create policies

Which political figure became Prime Minister after the 2022 election?

• Scott Morrison

• Tony Abbott

• Anthony Albanese

• Julia Gillard

Which political party typically forms a coalition with the Liberal Party?

• The National Party

• The Greens

• The Australian Democrats

• The Labor Party

What do political parties in Australia create to promote their vision for the country?

• Laws

• Policies

• Charters

• Agreements

How do independents typically run election campaigns compared to political parties?

• Through large-scale media advertisements

• By relying heavily on grassroots support and community engagement

• By focusing only on national issues

• By forming coalitions with major parties

What does the phrase "hung parliament" mean in Australia?

• The Governor-General chooses the Prime Minister

• No party has a clear majority, and negotiations take place

• The government automatically dissolves

• The Opposition wins a majority of seats