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Democracy and Australian Constitution
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Democracy and Australian Constitution
📚 Part 1: Multiple Choice
1. When did the Australian Constitution come into effect?
1st January 19001st January 190126th January 19011st July 1901
2. In Australia's federal system, which level of government is responsible for education?
Federal government onlyState government onlyLocal government onlyShared between federal and state governments
3. What does 'responsible government' mean in Australia?
The government is responsible to the peopleThe government is responsible to ParliamentThe government is responsible to the Prime MinisterThe government is responsible to the Governor-General
4. Which of these democratic freedoms are protected in Australia? (Select all that apply)
Freedom of speechFreedom of religionFreedom of movementFreedom of assembly
✏️ Part 2: Short Answers
5. Explain what federalism means and give one example of how it works in Australia.
6. Complete the sentence: The Australian Constitution can only be changed through a _____________ where a majority of _____________ and a majority of _____________ must vote 'yes'.
7. Name three ways that Australian citizens can participate in democracy besides voting in elections.
8. What is the difference between the House of Representatives and the Senate in the Australian Parliament?
🤔 Part 3: Critical Thinking
9. Why do you think freedom of speech is important in a democracy? Give two reasons and explain how it helps democratic society function.
10. Imagine you wanted to change something in your local community. Describe the democratic process you could follow to try to make this change happen. Include at least three specific steps.
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