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The three levels of government are also known as

• The 3 levels of law making

• The 3 levels of parliament

• The 3 levels of opposition

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Where do state parliaments meet?

• Canberra

• Alice Springs

• Capital City of each state

Which level of government is in charge of defence?

• Federal

• State

• Local Council

Which level of government is in charge of schools?

• Federal

• State

• Local Council

Which level of government is responsible for rubbish collection?

• Federal

• State

• Local Council

Which of these is the Federal government responsible for?

• Immigration

• Ambulances

• Pet Control

Which of these are State governments responsible for?

• Immigration

• Ambulances

• Pet Control

In Australia the federal Parliament consists of:

• House of Reps, Governor General, High Court

• House of Reps, Senate, Queen (gov general)

• Prime Minister, Ministers, Backbench.

How many members and senators are there in Federal Parliament?

• 76

• 155

• 226

How is government formed?

• Party chosen by Governor General

• By party that has majority in House of Reps

• Party that wins majority in senate.