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Commonwealth Constitution Overview

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📘 Part 1: The 8 Chapters — Brief Overview

Chapter I — The Parliament

Establishes the federal Parliament (House of Representatives and Senate), its powers and how members are chosen.

Chapter II — The Executive Government

Defines the Governor‑General, Ministers and how the executive branch governs under the Constitution.

Chapter III — The Judicature

Creates the High Court and other federal courts and explains judicial powers and functions.

Chapter IV — Finance and Trade

Sets out taxation, federal revenue, trade and financial relations between the Commonwealth and the States.

Chapter V — The States

Protects State powers, law-making and recognises existing State constitutions within the federal system.

Chapter VI — New States

Provides for admission or creation of new States and how their boundaries or representation may change.

Chapter VII — Miscellaneous

Covers varied provisions such as public service, public debt and legal procedures not placed elsewhere.

Chapter VIII — Alteration of the Constitution

Explains the referendum process required to change the Constitution and voting rules for alterations.

🧩 Part 2: Matching Activity

Match each chapter (left) with the correct explanation (right). Draw lines between matching items.
A. Chapter I
B. Chapter II
C. Chapter III
D. Chapter IV
E. Chapter V
F. Chapter VI
G. Chapter VII
H. Chapter VIII
1. Rules for referendums to change the Constitution.
2. Establishes federal courts and judicial powers.
3. Matters relating to public debt, service and other general clauses.
4. How the Commonwealth collects revenue and regulates trade.
5. Admission and creation of new States; boundary and representation rules.
6. Composition and powers of the House and the Senate.
7. Role of the Governor‑General and Ministers (the executive).
8. Recognition and protection of State constitutions and powers.

✏️ Part 3: Short Answer

1. Which chapter would you consult to learn about the High Court's role? Explain in one line.
2. In one sentence, why does the Constitution divide powers between the Commonwealth and the States?
3. Name two areas (examples) where the federal Parliament can make laws under Chapter I / Finance and Trade.
4. Briefly describe the basic steps required to alter the Constitution under Chapter VIII.

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