Understanding Australian Laws and Principles

What is statute law?

• Law made by judges in courts

• Law made by parliament

• Law based on customs and traditions

• Law enforced by the police

Which of the following best describes common law?

• Laws written and passed by parliament

• Laws based on previous court decisions and judicial precedent

• Laws that only apply to the military

• Laws that are not written down

What does the term 'precedent' mean in the context of law?

• A new law passed by parliament

• A decision made by a judge that must be followed in future similar cases

• A law that is no longer in use

• A type of punishment

Which of the following is an example of statute law in Australia?

• The Australian Constitution

• The Mabo decision

• The Road Rules 2014 (NSW)

• The Magna Carta

Which of the following is NOT a principle of common law?

• Precedent

• Parliamentary debate

• Judicial decisions

• Case law

Which of the following is a key law made in Australia?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Marriage Act 1961

• The Civil Rights Act

• The Magna Carta

Which law in Australia protects people from discrimination based on race, sex, or disability?

• The Crimes Act 1914

• The Racial Discrimination Act 1975

• The Road Rules 2014 (NSW)

• The Family Law Act 1975

Which of the following is a reason for establishing laws in society?

• To create confusion

• To maintain order and protect people’s rights

• To make life more difficult

• To increase crime

Which of the following is NOT a reason for having laws?

• To protect property

• To ensure fairness

• To encourage crime

• To resolve disputes

What does CAPES stand for in the context of civics and law?

• Constitution, Authority, Precedent, Equity, Statute

• Courts, Acts, Police, Evidence, Statute

• Constitution, Acts, Precedent, Equity, Statute

• Courts, Authority, Precedent, Equity, Statute