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.

  • Parliamentary democracy
  • Parliamentary dictatorship
  • Parliamentary Monarchy
  • None of the above
Australia’s system of government is a parliamentary democracy. As part of this system, the power of the government comes from the Australian people because Australian citizens vote for people to represent them in parliament.

Identify the true statement from the following options:

  • Australia's laws protect only the senior citizens of Australia
  • Australia's laws protect only the people born in Australia
  • All Australians have the right to be protected by Australia's laws
  • None of the above
All Australians are protected by our laws and legal systems. Australians recognise the importance of laws in maintaining a peaceful and orderly society.

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:

  • Australian laws don't have to be obeyed by the police and business people
  • Australian laws don't have to be obeyed by community and religious leaders
  • Australian laws have to be obeyed by people who hold positions of power in the Australian community
  • None of the above
All Australians are equal under the law. The Rule of Law means that no person, group or religious rule is above the law. Everyone, including people who hold positions of power in the Australian community, must obey Australia’s laws. This includes government, community and religious leaders, as well as business people and the police.

In 1851, where was gold discovered?

  • Victoria and New South Wales
  • Western Australia and Queensland
  • Tasmania and South Australia
  • None of the above
In 1851, a ‘gold rush’ began when gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria.

Select the true statement from the following options:

  • Through voluntary community work, many groups and individuals help others, because of the spirit of mateship
  • Many people fight with each other because of the spirit of mateship
  • Many people go away from Australia because of the spirit of mateship
  • None of the above
In this spirit of mateship, Australia has a strong tradition of community service and volunteering – to look out for each other and strengthen the community. Volunteering is a great opportunity to share knowledge, learn new skills, and increase your integration into and sense of belonging to the Australian community. There are many opportunities for you to volunteer in Australia.

They are allowed to ___________, as people have freedom of expression.

  • Express their views through art
  • Not express their views by art
  • To harm others
  • None of the above
Freedom of expression means people can express their views, including through art, flm, music and literature. People are free to meet in public or private places for social or political discussion.

Select the true statement from the following options:

  • Because of ethnicity, trying to make other people hate or act violently towards others is illegal
  • Because of culture, trying to make other people hate or act violently towards others is illegal
  • All of the above
  • None of the above
It is against the law to be violent towards another person. Violence of any kind, including verbal and physical abuse, is illegal.

Select the true statement about Freedom of Association in Australia:

  • Gathering with others to protest against the government is allowed
  • Gathering with others to protest against the government is not allowed
  • Gathering with others to protest against a religion is allowed
  • None of the above
Australians can gather with others to protest against a government action or an organisation. At all times, however, the laws of Australia must be obeyed. This means that such gatherings must be peaceful, and must not injure any person or damage property

Select the true statement about equality in Australia:

  • Numerous laws in Australia ensure that because of their race, a person is not treated differently to others
  • Numerous laws in Australia ensure that because of their gender, a person is not treated differently to others
  • All of the above
  • None of the above
There are a number of laws in Australia that ensure a person is not treated differently to others because of their gender, race, disability or age.

Select the true statement for equality in Australia:

  • Access to education and employment is provided only to women
  • Access to education and employment is provided only to men
  • Equal access to education and employment is provided to both men and women
  • None of the above
Men and women have equal rights in Australia and should be provided equality of opportunity to pursue their goals and interests. Both men and women have equal access to education and employment, can vote at elections, stand for parliament, join the Australian Defence Force and the police force, and are treated equally in courts of law.

What does equality of opportunity mean in Australia?

  • Australians believe in a class based fair society
  • In Australian society, they believe in class distinctions
  • Australians believe in a fair society
  • None of the above
Australians value equal opportunity in our society; what is often called a ‘fair go’. This means that what someone achieves in life should be as a result of their talents, work and effort, rather than their wealth or background. This is to ensure that there are no formal class distinctions in Australian society.

You should _______, if you are a citizen of Australia

  • Not defend Australia should the need arise
  • Not serve on a jury if called to do so
  • Defend Australia should the need arise
  • None of the above
Responsibilities—what you will give Australia:
• defend Australia should the need arise.

What privileges does an Australian have among the following?

  • apply for children born overseas to become Australian citizens by descent.
  • ask for consular assistance from an Australian official while overseas.
  • vote in federal and state or territory elections, and in a referendum.
  • All of the above
Privileges—what Australia will give you:

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.

  • By voting for the existing government
  • By voting for the people who represent them in parliament
  • By voting for themselves
  • None of the above
It is a responsibility for Australian citizens aged 18 years or over to vote in federal and state or territory elections, and in a referendum, which is a vote to change the Australian Constitution. By doing this, Australian citizens have a say in how Australia is governed and contribute to its future.

In Australia, you should be a minimum of ____ yrs to register your name and address on the electoral roll.

  • 25 years
  • 23 years
  • 21 years
  • 18 years
In Australia, citizens aged 18 years or over must enrol to vote in federal, state and territory elections and referenda on constitutional change.

Do Jury Service, which duty:

  • That the court starts at the right time is made sure by the Jury service
  • That the court is neat and tidy is made sure by the Jury service
  • That the court system is open and fair is made sure by the Jury service
  • None of the above
A jury is a group of ordinary Australian men and women who listen to the evidence in a court case and decide if a person is guilty or not guilty.

The minimum age is _________to work in Medicare.

  • 21 years
  • 15 years
  • 25 years
  • 18 years
an Australian Government agency that delivers a range of health, social and welfare payments and services through Medicare, Centrelink, and Child Support

What is the minimum age to apply for a career in the Navy?

  • 18 years
  • 21 years
  • 15 years
  • 25 years
an Australian Government agency that delivers a range of health, social and welfare payments and services through Medicare, Centrelink, and Child Support

Select the true statement from the following options:

  • You won't get any help from an Australian high commission in times of need while you are overseas
  • You cannot ask for help from an Australian high commission in times of need while you are overseas
  • You can ask for help from an Australian high commission in times of need while you are overseas
  • None of the above
In many countries, Australia has an embassy, high commission or consulate. While you are overseas, you can ask for help from an Australian government official in times of need. This includes in the case of emergencies such as civil unrest and natural disasters

_______ Stands for ATO.

  • Australian Textiles Organisation
  • Australian Taxation Office
  • Australian Transport Office
  • Australian Taxation Organisation
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO):

an Australian Government agency that manages the tax and superannuation systems that support and fund services for Australians.
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