Separation of Powers Quiz

What does the term separation of powers mean?

• Giving power to the Prime Minister only

• Dividing government power into three groups

• Allowing the King to make all decisions

• Splitting power between states and territories

Why is the separation of powers important?

• It helps one group stay in control

• It prevents one group from having too much power

• It makes laws harder to change

• It helps the Governor-General rule directly

Which three groups share power under Australia’s separation of powers?

• Parliament, Executive, Judiciary

• Parliament, Cabinet, High Court

• King, Prime Minister, Parliament

• States, Territories, Local Councils

What is the main role of the Parliament?

• To interpret laws

• To make and change laws

• To enforce the law

• To choose judges

What is the main role of the Executive?

• To create new laws

• To vote in Parliament

• To put laws into action

• To decide if laws are fair

What is the main role of the Judiciary?

• To enforce government policy

• To make and change laws

• To make judgements about laws

• To lead the Cabinet

Who is included in the Parliament?

• The Prime Minister and Ministers

• The King, the Senate, and the House of Representatives

• The High Court judges

• The Governor-General and police

Who is included in the Executive?

• The King, the Prime Minister, and the Cabinet

• The Senate and House of Representatives

• The High Court and other judges

• The Opposition Party

Who is included in the Judiciary?

• The Parliament and Governor-General

• The High Court and other federal courts

• The Prime Minister and Ministers

• The Cabinet and King

Which group has the power to make judgements about the law?

• Parliament

• Executive

• Judiciary

• Cabinet