Australia's democratic beliefs, rights and liberties topic questions - Page 4
In Australia's parliamentary democracy, how do the people hold the government accountable?
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By voting for different representatives in each election
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By writing letters to their elected representatives
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By protesting against government policies
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By directly electing the Prime Minister
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.
The representatives in parliament must answer to the people, through elections, for the decisions they make.
___________ has to obey Australia's laws.
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Only Parliament members
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Only People born in Australia
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Everyone in Australia
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Only lawyers
All people, including citizens and the government, are bound by the law.
Everyone in Australia, including the Prime Minister, are bound by all Australian laws under the Rule of Law.
Everyone in Australia, including the Prime Minister, are bound by all Australian laws under the Rule of Law.
The people of Australia are proud to live, In a peaceful country with a ____________ system of government.
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Stable
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Unstable
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None of these
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None of the above
Australians are proud to live in a peaceful country with a stable system of government.
In Australia, we can see a spirit of _______.
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Whistleblowing
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Mateship
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Leadership
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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.
People have ___________, as they can say and write what they think and discuss their ideas with others.
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Freedom of travel
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Freedom of speech
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Freedom of expression
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Freedom of education
Freedom of speech means people can say and write what they think, and discuss their ideas with others.
Which of the following statements is true?
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People can harm others in Australia
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People cannot speak and write what they think in Australia
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People are allowed to speak and write what they think in Australia
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None of the above
Freedom of speech is a core Australian value and
underpins our democratic system. Freedom of
speech means people can say and write what
they think, and discuss their ideas with others.
Select the true statement:
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To change laws, Australians cannot campaign
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The government can be criticized by Australians
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The government cannot be criticized by Australians
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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 the Australian heritage.
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Australia has a Judaeo-Christian heritage
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Australia has an Islamic heritage
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Australia has a non religious heritage
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None of the above
Australia has a Judaeo-Christian heritage, and many
Australians describe themselves as Christians, but
there are people in Australia from all the large religions.
Australia has public holidays on Christian days such
as Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Christmas Day.
What is the true statement about the equality of men and women in Australia?
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Women’s have fewer rights than men in Australia
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In Australia, men’s have fewer rights than women
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In Australia, both men and women have equal rights
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None of the above
Men and women have equal rights in Australia. It is against the law to discriminate against a person because of
their gender.
Which of the following statements about equality in Australia is true?
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Voting and contesting for Parliament is the right of only women
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Voting and contesting for Parliament is the right of only men
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Voting and contesting for Parliament is the right of both women and men
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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 'fair go' mean for everyone in Australia?
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The achievements of a person should be the result of their background
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The achievements of a person should be the result of their wealth
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The achievements of a person should be the result of their hard work
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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.
What should you do as an Australian citizen?
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Serve on a jury if called to do so
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Not serve on a jury if called to do so
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Not defend Australia should the need arise
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Not obey the laws of Australia
As an Australian citizen you must:
• obey the laws of Australia • vote in federal and state or territory elections, and in a referendum • defend Australia should the need arise • serve on a jury if called to do so.
• obey the laws of Australia • vote in federal and state or territory elections, and in a referendum • defend Australia should the need arise • serve on a jury if called to do so.
Which of the following includes the privileges of an Australian?
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Children born overseas can be registered by descent as Australian citizens
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While overseas, they can seek help from an Australian official
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All of the above
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None of the above
Australian citizens can apply for their child born overseas to become an Australian citizen by descent.
Ask for consular assistance from an Australian official while overseas.
Ask for consular assistance from an Australian official while overseas.
What is the responsibility for Australian citizens aged 18 years or over?
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Mandatory military service
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Voting in federal and state or territory elections, and in referendums
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Running for political office
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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.
Identify the statement that is true among the following statements about voting in local government elections.
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It is not compulsory to vote in local government elections in all states
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It is not compulsory to vote in local government elections in some states
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It is compulsory to vote in local government elections in all states
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None of the above
Voting is compulsory in federal and state or territory
elections. It may not be compulsory to vote in local
government elections in some states.
_____ is minimum age to join the Australian Public Service.
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25 years
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21 years
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20 years
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18 years
A privilege of Australian citizenship is to apply for a job in the Australian Public Service and work for the
Australian Government, for example, in Services Australia or the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
The minimum age to work is _____________ in the Australian Taxation Office.
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21 years
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23 years
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18 years
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17 years
A privilege of Australian citizenship is to apply for a job in the Australian Public Service and work for the
Australian Government, for example, in Services Australia or the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
What is the minimum age to apply for a career in the Air Force?
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18 years
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20 years
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21 years
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23 years
A privilege of Australian citizenship is to apply for a job in the Australian Public Service and work for the
Australian Government, for example, in Services Australia or the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
Select the correct statement about the Australians
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Only if children are born in Australia and New Zealand, Australians can be registered as Australian citizens
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Children born overseas to Australians can be registered as Australian citizens
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Children born overseas to Australians cannot be registered as Australian citizens
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None of the above
Australian citizens can apply for their child born overseas to become an Australian citizen by descent.
What is the duty/responsibility of ATO?
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The duty of the ATO is to ensure all citizens are paying the correct amount of tax.
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The duty of the ATO is to ensure that all citizens are aware of their tax rights and obligations
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All of the above
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None of the above
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO):
an Australian Government agency that manages the tax and superannuation systems that support and fund services for Australians.
Every year most Australians submit a tax return to the Australian Taxation Office.
an Australian Government agency that manages the tax and superannuation systems that support and fund services for Australians.
Every year most Australians submit a tax return to the Australian Taxation Office.
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