9 Civics - The Constitution and the 3 levels of power

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What are the three levels of government in Australia?

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Federal, State, Local

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Which level of government is responsible for national issues such as defence and immigration?

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Federal government

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Which level of government is mainly responsible for services like hospitals, schools, and police within a state?

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State government

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What is the main purpose of the separation of powers in Australia?

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To prevent any one branch of government from having too much power

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What is a responsibility of the federal government in Australia?

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Defence and immigration

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Which level of government is responsible for education in Australia?

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State and territory governments

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What is the main function of local government in Australia?

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Managing local services like waste collection and libraries

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Which document is the foundation of Australia’s system of government?

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The Australian Constitution

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Who interprets the Australian Constitution?

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The High Court of Australia

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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of state governments in Australia? Options: Health and hospitals, Police and emergency services, Foreign affairs, Education

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Foreign affairs