Federation
When did Australia become a nation
January 1, 1901
How many powers are separated?
3
How many levels are there?
3
When did the constitution come into force?
January 1, 1901
When do people vote?
At elections
How many states are there in Australia?
6
Who is responsible for applying laws?
Judiciary
What are the names of the levels of government?
Federal, State, Local
How many chapters does it have?
How often is a State election?
3 years
What are the two main Australian territories?
ACT and NT
Who is responsible for making laws?
Legislative
Which levels is responsible for education?
State
What does it give citizens?
Rights and responsibilities
How many people are elected to the senate?
76
What was one reason for federation?
Nationalism, Transport and communication, Defence, Economics and Trade, Fear of other races
Who is responsible for enforcing the laws?
Exectuive
Which level is responsible for libraries?
Local
What does it say about governments?
How they are to be elected and set up (structure) in Australia
How many people are elected to the House of Representatives?
151
What was one reason against federation?
Distance, Power Struggle, Apathy, Self-interest
Who is in charge of the Executive?
Prime Minister
What are two powers of the federal government?
Defence, Taxation, Immigration, Postal Services, etc.
What is one reason we have a constitution?
Accept reasonable answers
What type of system is used to vote people into the House of Representatives?
Preferential