Government and the law in Australia topic questions - Page 6

In a federal election, what do Australian citizens vote for?

• State Governors
• Local Representatives
• Parliament Members
• Prime Minister only

What role do Australian citizens play in the election process?

• Appointing the Prime Minister
• Voting for State Governors
• Selecting Senators only
• Electing representatives to Parliament

What is another name for the House of Representatives in the Australian Parliament?

• Upper House
• Senate
• Lower House
• People's Senate

How is Australia divided for representation in the House of Representatives?

• By political parties
• By regions
• By states and territories
• By population density

What is the primary role of the House of Representatives in the Australian Parliament?

• Enforcing laws
• Proposing new laws
• Approving budgets
• Conducting foreign affairs

How many members are elected to the House of Representatives in total?

• 100
• 150
• 200
• 250

What is the alternative name for the Australian Parliament's Upper House?

• People's House
• Senate
• Upper Representatives
• Supreme House

What does the House of Representatives debate and vote on?

• Foreign policies
• State boundaries
• Proposals for new laws
• Judicial appointments

How are Members of Parliament (MPs) in the House of Representatives elected?

• Direct public vote
• Appointment by the Prime Minister
• Lottery system
• Hereditary succession

What is the basis for determining the number of MPs for each state or territory?

• Geographical size
• Economic development
• Population
• Historical significance

How many senators does each state elect to represent them in the Australian Senate?

• 10
• 12
• 15
• 8

What is another name for the Australian Senate?

• Lower House
• People's House
• Upper House
• Regional House

How many senators are there in total in the Australian Senate?

• 60
• 86
• 76
• 90

Which two territories elect two senators each to the Australian Senate?

• Queensland and New South Wales
• Victoria and Tasmania
• Australian Capital Territory and Northern Territory
• South Australia and Western Australia

What is the Senate sometimes referred to as due to its role?

• States’ House
• People's Chamber
• Central House
• Local House

What does the Senate discuss and vote on besides representing states?

• International Affairs
• State Policies
• New Laws and Changes
• Local Governance

Which official leads a state government in Australia?

• Chief Minister
• President
• Premier
• Governor

What is the leader of a territory government known as?

• Premier
• Chief Minister
• Governor
• President

How many states are there in Australia?

• 4
• 6
• 8
• 10

Where are state and territory governments based?

• Largest city
• Regional centers
• Capital cities
• Coastal areas