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WorksheetsParliament of Western Australia
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What’s the name of this chamber?
The Upper House
The Lower House
The Senate
The House of Congress
Name this Chamber.
The Legislative Assembly
The Legislative Council
The House of Lords
The House of Commons
What three symbols are on the parliament crest?
Swan, Sword and Black Rod
Swan, Sword and Mace.
Swan, Mace and Spear.
Swan, Mace & Black Rod.
What year was the first part of the parliament constructed?
1904
1924
1944
1964
In what year was the second part of the parliament completed?
1934
1944
1954
1964
John Forrest was Western Australia’s first...
Prime Minister
Governor
Premier
Speaker of the House
What is this item?
A Rod
A Golden Spear
A Mace
An Arrow
Who is standing up in this painting?
Mark McGowan
Governor Sterling
John Forrest
Captain Cook
Where in Perth is the WA parliament building situated?
North Perth
East Perth
South Perth
West Perth
How many members sit in the Legistlative Assembly?
34
50
59
75
How many members sit in the Legistlative Coucil chamber?
36
40
50
59
The Lion and the Unicorn represent which two countries?
Australia and the UK
England and Scotland
Australia and New Zealand
Zimbabwe and Mongolia
What Perth landmark can be seen from the parliament’s front door?
The Barracks Arch
Optus Stadium
The Bell Tower
The WACA
What material IS NOT featured in the making of this swan?
Jarrah
Pearl
Gold
Iron Ore
Who sits in the top chair in this photo?
The speaker.
The president
The sargeant at arms
The premier
Who sits in the top chair in this photo?
The Speaker
The President
The Chairman
The Principal
How many letters are in the words ‘Parliament of Western Australia’?
26
27
28
29
In 1904, why was the Lower House colour scheme made blue?
It was calming
They ran out of money
It was the colour of the West Coast Eagles
The designer was blue/green colour blind.
Who represents the Queen in the WA parliament?
The Governor General
The Premier
The Speaker
The Prince of Wales
How long is each parliamentary term fixed for?
3 years
4 years
5 years
6 years
