CIVICS & CITIZENSHIP
What is the name of the document that outlines how Australia is governed?
The Constitution
Which biome covers over 70% of Earth’s surface?
Aquatic biome
What gas is global warming mainly caused by?
Increased CO₂ emissions from fossil fuels and deforestation (greenhouse gas)
What are physical interconnections?
Ways places are connected physically (roads, railways, airports, etc.)
What is tourism?
Travelling away from home for recreation, relaxation, or pleasure
Explain ONE difference between democracy and communism
Democracy allows citizens to vote for leaders
Communism involves collective ownership
Democracy values political freedom
Communist systems are often criticised for limiting freedoms
Which biome would MOST likely contain zebras, lions, and elephants?
Grassland biome
Name ONE major effect of deforestation
Soil erosion
Biodiversity loss
Higher carbon emissions
Changes to water cycles
Give TWO examples of a virtual interconnection
Social media
Video calls
Online shopping
Online gaming
Give ONE positive and negative impact of tourism
Positive:
Negative:
What day did Federation occur in Australia?
1st January, 1901
Which biome is known for very low rainfall and extreme temperatures?
Desert biome
What happens to warm air at the equator in the Hadley Cell?
It rises, while cold air falls
What does the “L” in BOLTSS stand for
Legend
Name Australia’s largest export
Iron Ore
Name the THREE branches of power in Australia
Executive, Parliament (Legislative), and Courts (Judicial)
What is permafrost?
Permanently frozen ground found in tundra biomes
What does the latitudinal effect explain?
Areas closer to the equator receive more sunlight.
What does SPICESS stand for?
Name Australia’s largest import
Tourism
What are the differences in opinion between left/ right on the issues of economics, gay marriage and refugees?
Left = Want to let Refugees in the country.
Left-wing governments (e.g. Labor, Greens) typically support gay marriage
Left = Income equality; higher tax rates on the wealthy;
Right = No "amnesty" for undocumented immigrants as they don’t want them in the country.
Right-wing governments (e.g. Liberal-National Coalition) have historically been more divided or cautious
Lower taxes; less regulation on businesses
Name one plant adaptation in the desert biome (referring to the parts of the plant)
Storing water in stems
Spines reducing water loss
On a climate graph, what type of graph is used for rainfall and what type for temperature?
Bar graph for rainfall and Line graph for temperature
How is place different than space in SPICESSS?
Place is an area with meaning or defining characteristics given by people, Space is a an area that is unique because of its flora, fauna and features.
Name Australia’s top 5 trading partners
China, Japan, United States, South Korea, India