Constitution Recap

When was the Australian Constitution officially written?

• 1900

• 1901

• 1910

• 1920

Which city is home to the Australian Parliament House?

• Sydney

• Melbourne

• Perth

• Canberra

How many chapters are there in the Australian Constitution?

• 6

• 7

• 8

• 9

Which branch of government does the Australian Constitution establish?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• All of the above

What does the term "federation" mean in relation to the Australian Constitution?

• The joining of states to form a single nation

• The separation of powers between the federal and state governments

• The establishment of a monarchy in Australia

• The signing of international treaties

Who is the head of state in Australia according to the Australian Constitution?

• Prime Minister

• Governor-General

• President

• Chief Justice

How can the Australian Constitution be changed or amended?

• By a simple majority vote in Parliament

• By a referendum where a majority of voters and a majority of states agree

• By the Prime Minister's decision

• By the High Court's ruling

What is the purpose of the Australian Constitution?

• To establish the rights of citizens

• To define the structure of the government and allocate powers

• To appoint the Prime Minister

• To declare war on other nations

Who has the final authority to interpret the Australian Constitution?

• Prime Minister

• Governor-General

• High Court of Australia

• Federal Parliament

What is the role of the Senate in the Australian Parliament according to the Constitution?

• To represent the interests of the states

• To propose new laws

• To elect the Prime Minister

• To appoint judges to the High Court