levels of government
Name one of the three levels of government in Australia?
Federal/state/local
In a democracy who has the power to vote?
The people
(Everyone)
Why do we need rules and laws?
to keep people safe, fair and organised
What is the name of the Building in Australia where laws are made?
Parliament House
Which value ensures leaders cannot do whatever they want and must follow the law?
Rule of law
which level is responsible for defence and immigration?
federal
Australia
USA
South Korea
what might happen if there is no laws or rules?
Chaos
Danger
Unfairness
Who signs a bill into law after it passes both houses?
Governor-General
why is freedom of speech important?
Local
Give one example of a non-democracy country?
North Korea
Why are laws important in keeping society fair?
They treat everyone equally and protect rights?
Once voting in both the House of Representatives and the Senate what do they need to pass a bill
It must have a majority vote in both House's
what does "equality before the law" mean?
Everyone is treated the same (equally) under the law
Which level of government runs Schools?
In a non-democracy who usually makes the decisions?
one leader or a small group
What is the difference between a law and a rule?
laws are towards everyone, and a rule is towards a small group (class or school)
What is the name of Australia's two houses of Parliament?
House of Representatives and Senate
(Debate)
which democratic value is most important to you and why?
Mr gruber choose your favourite answer
Who is the leader of the federal government in Australia
The Prime Minister
What is one main difference between democracy and non- democracy?
People have the right to vote vs one person rules the country and controls it
Which is more serious: breaking a school rule or breaking a law? and justify
Breaking the law
List the four main steps of how a bill becomes a law
idea -> debate -> vote (HoR and Senate) -> signed (governor General)
What democratic value ensures the people can speak freely, share ideas and vote without fear of punishment?
freedom of speech/ freedom