Quiz on Australia

When did six British colonies form the country of Australia?

• 1901

• 1801

• 1950

• 1850

What type of government does Australia have?

• Parliamentary Democracy

• Absolute Monarchy

• Dictatorship

• Federal Republic

Who is the ceremonial Head of State in Australia?

• Monarch of Great Britain

• Prime Minister

• Governor-General

• President

Who has the most political power in Australia's government?

• Prime Minister

• Governor-General

• Monarch

• President

How is the Governor-General of Australia chosen?

• Appointed by the monarch for a 5-year term

• Elected by citizens

• Appointed by the Prime Minister

• Elected by the parliament

What is the role of the Federal Parliament in Australia?

• Makes the laws and selects the Prime Minister

• Appoints the Governor-General

• Elects the Monarch

• Controls the military

At what age can Australian citizens vote?

• 18

• 16

• 21

• 25

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

• Stands in for the Monarch, ceremonial role

• Leads the military

• Heads the judiciary

• Controls the economy

What is the legislative branch of Australia called?

• Federal Parliament

• National Assembly

• Congress

• House of Commons

What are the two houses of the Federal Parliament in Australia?

• Senate and House of Representatives

• House of Lords and House of Commons

• Congress and Senate

• Assembly and Council