Australia's democratic beliefs, rights and liberties topic questions - Page 3
In a _________, all the people of a country are involved in the way the country is governed.
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Parliamentary democracy
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Parliamentary dictatorship
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Parliamentary Monarchy
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None of the above
Identify the true statement from the following options:
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Australia's laws protect only the senior citizens of Australia
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Australia's laws protect only the people born in Australia
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All Australians have the right to be protected by Australia's laws
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None of the above
Under the Rule of Law, all Australians are equal in relation to the law and no person or group is above the law. In Australia, everybody should obey the law and not break it at any time, otherwise you will face penalties. You should follow the law even if no one is watching.
Select the true statement about Australian law:
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Australian laws don't have to be obeyed by the police and business people
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Australian laws don't have to be obeyed by community and religious leaders
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Australian laws have to be obeyed by people who hold positions of power in the Australian community
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None of the above
In 1851, where was gold discovered?
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Victoria and New South Wales
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Western Australia and Queensland
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Tasmania and South Australia
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None of the above
Select the true statement from the following options:
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Through voluntary community work, many groups and individuals help others, because of the spirit of mateship
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Many people fight with each other because of the spirit of mateship
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Many people go away from Australia because of the spirit of mateship
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None of the above
They are allowed to ___________, as people have freedom of expression.
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Express their views through art
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Not express their views by art
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To harm others
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None of the above
Select the true statement from the following options:
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Because of ethnicity, trying to make other people hate or act violently towards others is illegal
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Because of culture, trying to make other people hate or act violently towards others is illegal
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All of the above
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None of the above
Select the true statement about Freedom of Association in Australia:
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Gathering with others to protest against the government is allowed
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Gathering with others to protest against the government is not allowed
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Gathering with others to protest against a religion is allowed
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None of the above
Select the true statement about equality in Australia:
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Numerous laws in Australia ensure that because of their race, a person is not treated differently to others
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Numerous laws in Australia ensure that because of their gender, a person is not treated differently to others
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All of the above
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None of the above
Select the true statement for equality in Australia:
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Access to education and employment is provided only to women
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Access to education and employment is provided only to men
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Equal access to education and employment is provided to both men and women
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None of the above
What does equality of opportunity mean in Australia?
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Australians believe in a class based fair society
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In Australian society, they believe in class distinctions
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Australians believe in a fair society
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None of the above
You should _______, if you are a citizen of Australia
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Not defend Australia should the need arise
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Not serve on a jury if called to do so
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Defend Australia should the need arise
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None of the above
• defend Australia should the need arise.
What privileges does an Australian have among the following?
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apply for children born overseas to become Australian citizens by descent.
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ask for consular assistance from an Australian official while overseas.
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vote in federal and state or territory elections, and in a referendum.
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All of the above
As an Australian citizen you can:
• vote in federal and state or territory elections, and in a referendum • apply for children born overseas to become Australian citizens by descent • apply for a job in the Australian Public Service or in the Australian Defence Force • seek election to parliament • apply for an Australian passport and re-enter Australia freely • ask for consular assistance from an Australian official while overseas.
The way country is governed ___________, Australians can contribute to the future of Australia.
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By voting for the existing government
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By voting for the people who represent them in parliament
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By voting for themselves
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None of the above
In Australia, you should be a minimum of ____ yrs to register your name and address on the electoral roll.
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25 years
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23 years
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21 years
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18 years
Do Jury Service, which duty:
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That the court starts at the right time is made sure by the Jury service
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That the court is neat and tidy is made sure by the Jury service
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That the court system is open and fair is made sure by the Jury service
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None of the above
The minimum age is _________to work in Medicare.
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21 years
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15 years
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25 years
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18 years
What is the minimum age to apply for a career in the Navy?
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18 years
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21 years
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15 years
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25 years
Select the true statement from the following options:
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You won't get any help from an Australian high commission in times of need while you are overseas
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You cannot ask for help from an Australian high commission in times of need while you are overseas
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You can ask for help from an Australian high commission in times of need while you are overseas
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None of the above
_______ Stands for ATO.
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Australian Textiles Organisation
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Australian Taxation Office
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Australian Transport Office
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Australian Taxation Organisation
an Australian Government agency that manages the tax and superannuation systems that support and fund services for Australians.
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