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Question 1 of 31

Are people in Australia free to join a political party of their choice?

No, they must join the ruling party.
Yes, they can join any political party they want.

Explanation:

"In Australia, people are free to join any political party of their choosing."
No, political party membership is restricted.
Yes, but only one political party is allowed.

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Question 2 of 31

Parliamentarians who do not belong to a political party are called:

Independents

Explanation:

"Parliamentarians that do not belong to any political party are called ‘independents’."
Moderates
Activists
Reformists

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Question 3 of 31

Who are called ‘independents’ in the Australian Parliament?

Parliamentarians who are appointed by the Prime Minister.
Parliamentarians who represent multiple parties.
Parliamentarians from the government party.
Parliamentarians who do not belong to any political party.

Explanation:

"In the Australian Parliament, "independents" are members who are not affiliated with any political party. They run for election as individuals and, if elected, represent their constituencies without the influence of party policies or structures."

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Question 4 of 31

Most parliamentarians in Australia belong to:

Political parties

Explanation:

"Most parliamentarians in Australia belong to political parties. "
Political organizations
Electoral coalitions
Civic groups

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Question 5 of 31

Which of the following are main political parties in Australia?

The Liberal Party of Australia, The Australian Labor Party, and The Nationals
The Australian Labor Party, The Nationals, and The Australian Greens
The Liberal Party of Australia, The Australian Greens, and The Nationals
The Liberal Party of Australia, The Australian Labor Party, The Nationals, and The Australian Greens

Explanation:

"The main political parties in Australia are the Liberal Party of Australia, the Australian Labor Party, the Nationals and the Australian Greens."

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Question 6 of 31

What do members of the political parties aim to do?

Work together to turn their ideas into laws

Explanation:

"A political party is a group of people who share similar ideas about how a country should be governed. They work together to have the party’s ideas turned into laws."
Organize protests against the government
Monitor social media trends
Elect the Prime Minister directly

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Question 7 of 31

What is a political party?

A group of people with similar ideas on how a country should be governed.

Explanation:

"A political party is a group of people who share similar ideas about how a country should be governed."
A group of people who have multiple opinions on a single issue.
A group of people who are elected to Parliament.
A group of voters who share an opinion on policies.

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Question 8 of 31

Who makes up the Cabinet in the Australian government?

All elected members of Parliament
Ministers with the most important portfolios

Explanation:

"In Australia, ministers with the most important portfolios make up the Cabinet. It is the key decision-making body of government."
Only members of the House of Representatives
The Prime Minister and senior public servants

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Question 9 of 31

Government ministers are responsible for areas such as employment, Indigenous Affairs, or Treasury, which are called:

Portfolios

Explanation:

"Government ministers are responsible for areas such as employment, Indigenous Affairs, or Treasury. These areas of responsibility are called portfolios."
Ministries
Departments
Cabinet Positions

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Question 10 of 31

Which of the following is the key decision-making body of the Australian government?

The Parliament
The Cabinet

Explanation:

"In Australia, the Cabinet is the key decision-making body of the government as it is made up of the most important ministers."
The High Court
The Governor-General

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Question 11 of 31

What are some areas which government ministers are responsible for?

Employment, Education, or the Treasury
Employment, deployment, Indigenous Affairs, or the Treasury
Employment, Indigenous Affairs, or the Treasury

Explanation:

"Government ministers are responsible for areas such as employment, indigenous affairs, or the Treasury. These areas of responsibility are called portfolios."
All of the above

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Question 12 of 31

What is an area of government called?

A legislation
A portfolio

Explanation:

"An area of government is called a portfolio."
A charade
All of the above

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Question 13 of 31

What are government ministers responsible for?

The entire government
An area of government

Explanation:

"Government ministers are responsible for an area of government (called a portfolio), such as employment, indigenous affairs or the Treasury."
Only the areas allotted to them by the Prime Minister
None of the above

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Question 14 of 31

Who approves the appointment of the Prime Minister and ministers in Australia?

The Australian Parliament
The Prime Minister
The Cabinet
The Governor-General

Explanation:

"The Governor-General approves the appointment of the Prime Minister and ministers."

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Question 15 of 31

Who recommends members of the House of Representatives or Senators to become ministers in the Australian Government?

The Governor-General
The Prime Minister

Explanation:

"The Prime Minister recommends members of the House of Representatives or Senators to become ministers in the Australian Government."
The Senate
The House of Representatives

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Question 16 of 31

Who is the Leader of the Opposition?

The leader of the party that has the majority of members in the House of Representatives.
The owner of the party that has the majority of members in the House of Representatives.
The leader of the party that has the majority of members in the Senate.
The leader of the party that has the second highest number of members in the House of Representatives.

Explanation:

"After a federal election, the party or coalition of parties with the second largest number of members in the House of Representatives forms the Opposition, whose leader is called the Leader of the Opposition."

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Question 17 of 31

After a federal election, the party or coalition of parties with the second largest number of members in the House of Representatives forms the:

Government
Opposition

Explanation:

"After a federal election, the party or coalition of parties with the second largest number of members in the House of Representatives forms the Opposition."
Coalition
Cabinet

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Question 18 of 31

The leader of the party with the majority of members in the House of Representatives becomes the:

Prime Minister

Explanation:

"The leader of the party with the majority of members in the House of Representatives becomes the Prime Minister of Australia."
Speaker of the House
Leader of the Opposition
Minister for Defence

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Question 19 of 31

After a federal election, the party or coalition of parties with the majority of members in the House of Representatives forms the:

Opposition
Senate
Government

Explanation:

"After a federal election, the party or coalition of parties with the majority of members in the House of Representatives forms the Australian Government."
Parliament

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Question 20 of 31

After which election is the Australian government formed?

The local elections
The foreign elections
The federal elections

Explanation:

"The Australian Government is formed after a federal election."
Both A & C

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Question 21 of 31

How do state and territory parliaments make their laws?

They follow the same process as the Australian Government.

Explanation:

"State and territory parliaments in Australia follow a similar process to the Australian Government when making laws."
They make laws without any formal process.
They make laws only with federal approval.
They rely on the Governor-General to create laws.

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Question 22 of 31

What is it called when the Governor-General signs a Bill so it becomes law?

Senate's Approval
Parliamentary Approval
Royal Assent

Explanation:

"When the Governor-General signs a Bill, it is called Royal Assent. This is the final step in the legislative process, officially making the Bill a law."
Governor's Approval

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Question 23 of 31

Who is responsible for signing a Bill to make it a law?

The Chief Justice of the High Court
The Prime Minister
The Speaker of the House of Representatives
The Governor-General

Explanation:

"In Australia, the Governor-General is responsible for signing a Bill into law after it has been passed by both Houses of Parliament."

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Question 24 of 31

If the majority of members in each House of Parliament agree to a Bill, it goes to:

The Prime Minister
The Governor-General

Explanation:

"If the majority of members in each House of Parliament agree to the Bill, it goes to the Governor-General."
The House of Commons
The Executive Branch

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Question 25 of 31

Who considers, debates, and votes on a Bill in the Australian Parliament?

The House of Representatives and the Senate

Explanation:

"In the Australian Parliament, both Houses of Parliament—the House of Representatives and the Senate—consider, debate, and vote on a Bill. A Bill must pass through both Houses to become law."
The Governor-General and the Prime Minister
Only the Senate
Only the House of Representatives

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Question 26 of 31

Who proposes a bill to introduce a new law or change an existing one in the Australian Parliament?

A Cabinet Minister
The Governor-General
The Prime Minister
A Member of Parliament

Explanation:

"A Member of Parliament (MP) proposes a bill to introduce a new law or change an existing one in the Australian Parliament."

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Question 27 of 31

When can a Bill go to the Governor-General?

When the majority of members in each House of Parliament agree to the Bill.

Explanation:

"A Bill can only be sent to the Governor-General when the majority of members in both the House of Representatives and the Senate agree on the Bill."
When the Prime Minister approves the Bill.
When the Bill is debated in the House of Representatives.
When the Senate makes the final decision.

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Question 28 of 31

What happens when a member of the Australian Parliament proposes to introduce a new law or change an existing one?

The House of Representatives and the Senate consider, debate, and vote on the Bill.

Explanation:

"When a Member of Parliament proposes a new law or changes an existing one, the Bill goes through the process of being considered, debated, and voted on in both the House of Representatives and the Senate."
The Bill is introduced to the Governor-General for approval.
The Prime Minister approves the Bill without debate.
The Bill is automatically passed into law.

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Question 29 of 31

How many steps does a Bill have to go through to become a law in Australia?

3
4
5

Explanation:

"In Australia, a Bill becomes law through five main steps: introduction and debate in the House of Representatives, followed by similar consideration in the Senate. Once both Houses agree, the Governor-General provides Royal Assent, making it official."
6

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Question 30 of 31

What is a proposal to introduce a new law or change an existing one in the Australian Parliament called?

A Resolution
A Motion
A Bill

Explanation:

"A proposal to introduce a new law or change an existing one in the Australian Parliament is called a Bill."
A Law

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Question 31 of 31

Who has the power to make or change laws in Australia?

The Australian Government

Explanation:

"The Australian Parliament has the power to make or change laws in Australia to benefit the nation."
The Public
The States
The Governor-General

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