History / Traditions
In what year did the First Fleet arrive?
1788
Democracy means the power of the government comes from _____________?
The People
What does "The Rule of Law" mean?
It means that no person, group or religious rule is above the law.
What do we call the Head of Government?
The Prime Minister
What are Australia's National Colours?
Green & Gold
What was the date of Federation?
1st January, 1901
What is having a "Fair Go" also mean?
E____ of __________
Equality of Opportunity
When did the Australian Constitution come in effect?
Federation, 1901 - January 1st
What are the 2 houses of the parliament?
House of Representatives
Senate
When is Australia Day and why do we celebrate it?
January 26th - First Fleet arrival
Who was the first Governor of the colony of New South Wales?
Captain Arthur Phillip
What can Australian parents apply for a baby that is born overseas?
__________ by ________
Citizenship by Descent
What do you need to pass a Referedum?
Double Majority - majority of states + majority of votes across the nation.
Legislative Power
Executive Power
Judicial Power
What does the Commonthwealth Star represent?
What happened in the Referendum in 1967?
First Peoples were included in the official Australian population.
What do these examples represent?
Freedom to form, join or not join any groupss – eg. political party, trade union, religious, cultural or social group
Freedom of Association
When the GG signs a Bill which becomes Law, what is this process called?
R________ __________
Royal Assent
What is a "Cabinet" and who chooses them?
Government ministers (eg. Minister of Education, Immigration, Health, Transport)
The Prime Minister chooses the Ministers.
Why is ANZAC Day commemorated on 25th April every year?
Because this was the day the ANZACs landed at Gallipoli (Türkiye) during World War I in 1915.
What is the difference between an "Acknowledgement of Country" and a "Welcome to Country"?
Welcome to Country - ceremony, First Peoples only
Acknowledge of Country - short speech, anyone
List 2 ways you can contribute to the community.
1.
2.
Volunteering, paying taxes, reporting crimes, helping other people, learn English
Who decides if a person has broken the law?
What are 2 other names for the Australian national Government?
Federal Government
Commonwealth Government
How is the Prime minister of Australia elected?
People vote for representatives in their local area
The party with the most representatives (MPs) in parliament form the government
Their leader becomes the Prime Minister