Levels of Government
What level of government is responsible for libraries?
Local government.
What word is this definition for:
Set of fundamental principles or rules that a country follows, outlining the structure of its government, defining the rights of its citizens or members, and guiding how laws are made and enforced.
Constitution
Who is the current Prime Minister of Australia?
Anthony Albanese
What is statute law?
Statute law is law made by the government.
What is the largest desert in the world?
The Sahara Desert
What level of government is responsible for power?
State government
What word is this definition for:
A proposed law presented for debate and approval in a legislative body, such as a parliament.
A bill
What is a referendum?
A referendum is a vote by the Australian people to change the Australian Constitution.
How many readings does a bill go through in the House of Representatives?
Three
Which Italian city is famous for its leaning tower?
Pisa
What level of government is responsible for aviation.
Federal government
What word is this definition for:
A high-ranking official appointed by a country's monarch or government to represent the monarch's interests, often in a former colony or a Commonwealth realm.
Governor-general
How often are federal elections held in Australia?
Every 3 years.
The governor-general gives __________ to finalise and pass an Act.
Royal assent
What is the largest organ in the human body?
Skin
What level of government is responsible for railways?
State government
What is the word for this definition:
The head of government in Australia.
Name one of the two houses in the Australian Parliament.
House of Representatives or the Senate.
What is Common Law?
Common law is judge-made law.
What is the smallest country in the world by land area?
Vatican City
What level of government is responsible for quarantine?
Federal government
What is the word for this definition:
A legislative body or system that is divided into two separate chambers or houses.
Bicameral
What are the separation of powers?
Legislative, Executive, and Judiciary.
How do the members of parliament vote on a bill?
They say 'aye' if they are in agreement, or 'no' if they are not. They then move to the side that corresponds with their initial vote.
When is Australia Day?
26th January