Parliament

What is the primary method for changing the Australian Constitution?

• A referendum
• A parliamentary vote
• A High Court decision
• A public petition

How many stages are involved in the process of amending the Constitution?

• One
• Two
• Three
• Four

Who must approve a proposed constitutional amendment before it goes to a referendum?

• The Prime Minister
• The Governor-General
• Both houses of Parliament
• The High Court

What majority is required in Parliament to pass a proposed constitutional amendment?

• Simple majority (over 50%)
• Absolute majority (over 75%)
• Two-thirds majority
• Three-quarters majority

What is the term for the required public vote to change the Constitution?

• Plebiscite
• Referendum
• Election
• Survey

What is the 'double majority' requirement in a referendum?

• Majority of voters in all states
• Majority of voters nationwide
• Majority of voters nationwide and in a majority of states
• Majority of voters in the capital cities

How many states must approve a referendum for it to pass?

• Two
• Three
• Four
• Five

Which section of the Constitution outlines the process for amendments?

• Section 51
• Section 128
• Section 44
• Section 92

When was the last successful referendum in Australia?

• 1967
• 1977
• 1984
• 1999

What was the subject of the 1967 referendum?

• Republic status
• Indigenous Australians' rights
• Voting age
• National anthem