Levels of Government

What is the role of the government in Australia?

• To ensure that all members of society can live together in a united, safe, and peaceful manner

• To enforce laws and resolve disputes in a biased way

• To provide access to basic services only for the wealthy

• To support only the working population

What is a parliament in Australia?

• A group of judges who enforce laws

• A group of elected representatives who make laws on behalf of the people

• A group of citizens who vote on laws directly

• A group of officials who manage public services

What type of system is Australia's government based on?

• Unitary system

• Federal system

• Confederal system

• Monarchical system

Where is the central or federal parliament of Australia located?

• Sydney

• Melbourne

• Canberra

• Brisbane

Which of the following is NOT a task performed by the Australian parliament?

• Making new and altering existing laws

• Discussing and debating matters that affect the voters

• Enforcing laws in a biased way

• Reviewing perceived injustices in the law

Which of the following is NOT an example of an area of law-making power for the Commonwealth (Federal) government in Australia?

• Currency

• Defence

• Public transport

• Marriage

What are local governments in Australia often called?

• Federal councils

• State councils

• Municipal councils

• Regional councils

Which level of government in Australia is responsible for primary and secondary education?

• Commonwealth (Federal)

• State

• Local

• Regional

Which of the following services is typically provided by local governments in Australia?

• Defence

• Health services

• Aged care facilities

• Marriage

What is one of the responsibilities of the Commonwealth (Federal) government in Australia?

• Water

• Electricity

• Customs and border protection

• Public transport