Protests

What does the rule of law ensure?

• that only elected officials must follow the law

• that everyone, including those in power, is subject to the same laws

• that leaders can create their own rules when necessary

• that only serious crimes are subject to legal consequencesla

Which of the following was a purpose of Magna Carta?

• to give the king total control over his subjects

• to ensure the monarchy remained above the law

• to establish that no one, not even the king, was above the law

• to abolish the monarchy and create a democracy

Match the terms with the correct definitions.

• laws created by elected representatives

• democracy

• fundamental freedoms and protections

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• freedom of speech

• the state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities

• legislation

• system of government by the whole population

• equality

• the right to express any opinions without censorship or restraint

• rights

Which of the following is a key characteristic of democratic governance?

• Laws are created by a single leader without input from citizens.

• Citizens can be exempt from laws if they disagree with them.

• Citizens elect representatives to create and enforce laws.

• Only government officials are subject to the law.

What is a key feature of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)?

• It legally binds all governments to follow its principles.

• It sets a global standard for human rights, though it is not legally binding.

• It only applies to democratic countries.

• It focuses solely on economic rights.

Name the type of protest which involves citizens occupying an area, often by refusing

to move.

• Sit-in

• Letter writing

• Lock out

• Public march

Which of the following statements is true about the right to protest in Australia?

• Citizens have the right to protest, but the Government can impose restrictions.

• Protests are always allowed, even if they block emergency services.

• Protests are banned if they cause any inconvenience to public life.

• Citizens can protest at any time, anywhere, without restrictions.

Match the term with its correct definition.

• system of government by the whole population

• democracy

• right to express opinions without censorship

• public order

• a public demonstration expressing objection

• freedom of speech

• state of peace and safety in society

• citizen

• member of a state with rights and duties

• protest

Which of the following best explains why the right to protest is important in a

democracy?

• It allows people to break laws when they disagree with the Government.

• It ensures that protests always result in immediate political change.

• It enables citizens to hold the Government accountable and demand change.

• It allows people to cause serious disruption to services to raise awareness.

Which of the following situations would likely result in a lawful restriction on a protest?

• A protest that blocks emergency services and threatens public safety.

• A protest that gathers in a public park with prior permission.

• A peaceful protest that does not block roads or disrupt public services.

• A peaceful march with advance notice given to the police.