U.S. Politics
Which U.S. President was in office immediately before Donald Trump’s second term that began in 2025?
Joe Biden
How many houses make up Australia’s federal parliament?
Two (House of Representatives and Senate).
What is an indictable offence?
A serious criminal offence heard before a judge and jury in a higher court.
What is one type of remedy a court can award in a civil case?
Damages (compensation) or Injunction.
Who was Australia’s first female Prime Minister?
Julia Gillard.
Name one autocratic feature analysts have identified as rising in the U.S. in recent years.
Attacks on media, undermining of judicial independence, voter suppression, or erosion of democratic norms.
What is the name of the document that forms the legal foundation of Australia’s system of government?
The Australian Constitution.
What is the legal principle that assumes a person is innocent until proven guilty?
Presumption of innocence.
What is the standard of proof in a civil case?
On the balance of probabilities.
What metaphor is often used to describe the invisible barriers women face in politics and business?
The glass ceiling.
What major economic policy did Donald Trump introduce that involved taxes on imported goods from countries like China?
Tariff laws / Trade tariffs
What type of democracy is Australia considered, where citizens vote for representatives to make decisions on their behalf?
Representative democracy.
What is the right of a suspect or accused person to refuse to answer questions or give evidence that may incriminate them?
Right to silence.
What are the three elements a plaintiff must prove in a negligence case?
Duty of care, breach of duty, and harm/damages caused.
What is one major barrier women face after entering politics?
Sexism, media bias, online abuse, or double standards in leadership perception.
Name one example of nepotism or perceived nepotism in the Trump administration.
Appointment of Ivanka Trump or Jared Kushner to senior advisory roles.
In what year must the next federal election for the House of Representatives be held in Australia?
2028
What is an aggravating factor? Give an example.
A circumstance that makes an offence more serious (e.g., use of a weapon, crime against a child).
What’s the difference between the burden and the standard of proof?
Burden: who must prove the case (plaintiff). Standard: how convincing the proof must be.
Approximately what percentage of federal MPs in the House of Representatives are women (as of 2025)?
Around 40–45%
What is the name of the key document in the United States that outlines individual rights, including freedom of speech, religion, and due process?
The Bill of Rights
In what year did women gain the right to vote in federal Australian elections?
1902.
What is the role of a jury in a criminal trial?
To determine the guilt or innocence of the accused based on evidence presented.
What is the role of mediation in civil disputes?
A neutral mediator helps parties reach a voluntary agreement outside of court, saving time and cost.
Who was the first Indigenous woman elected to the Australian Parliament?
Nova Peris (Senator for Northern Territory, 2013).