Exploring Australia's Government and Democracy

What city were Isabella and her classmates visiting?

• Melbourne

• Canberra

• Brisbane

• Sydney

What is the primary role of Parliament House in Australia?

• Historical museum

• Federal government meetings

• Tourist attraction

• State government meetings

Where were the first parliamentary meetings held in Australia?

• Melbourne

• Sydney

• Perth

• Canberra

In what year did Australia federate?

• 1901

• 1914

• 1788

• 2000

What year was Canberra established as the capital?

• 1901

• None of the above

• 2000

• 1788

What is the significance of the year 1901 for Australia?

• Federation

• First settlement

• Olympic Games hosted

• Discovery of gold

Who is Australia's head of state?

• The Prime Minister

• The Governor-General

• The President

• The King/Queen of Britain

What type of government does Australia have?

• Absolute Monarchy

• Constitutional Monarchy

• Direct Democracy

• Socialist Republic

What is the role of the Governor-General in Australia?

• Representative of the Queen

• Head of the Government

• Chief Justice of the High Court

• Leader of the Opposition

From which countries did Australia take ideas for its democracy?

• America and Britain

• Canada and New Zealand

• France and Germany

• India and China