Understanding Rights and Wants in Australia

What is the main difference between a 'right' and a 'want' in Australia?

• A right is something you would like to have, while a want is something you must have.

• A right is something you are entitled to by law, while a want is something you would like to have.

• A right is always more expensive than a want.

• A want is something you are entitled to by law, while a right is just a wish.

Which of the following is an example of a right for Australians?

• The right to vote in elections

• The want to have a new mobile phone

• The want to eat chocolate every day

• The want to travel overseas every year

Which of the following best describes a 'want'?

• Something you need to survive

• Something you are legally entitled to

• Something you would like to have, but can live without

• Something the government must provide

Which of these is a right protected by Australian law?

• The right to a fair trial

• The want to own a pet kangaroo

• The want to have unlimited internet

• The want to wear designer clothes

Why are rights important in Australia?

• They ensure everyone gets what they want

• They protect people's freedoms and ensure fair treatment

• They make sure everyone is rich

• They allow people to break the law

Which of the following is a want, not a right?

• The right to an education

• The want to have a swimming pool at home

• The right to freedom of speech

• The right to privacy

If someone says, "I have the right to feel safe," what does this mean in Australia?

• They are expressing a legal entitlement

• They are stating a personal wish

• They are asking for a favour

• They are making a joke

Which of the following is NOT a right for Australians?

• The right to access healthcare

• The right to own a car

• The right to be treated equally

• The right to privacy

What is an example of a want that many students might have?

• The want to have the latest video game

• The right to attend school

• The right to be safe at school

• The right to express their opinion

Which of the following statements is true?

• Wants are always more important than rights

• Rights are protected by laws, but wants are not

• Wants are protected by the Australian Constitution

• Rights and wants mean the same thing