Making Informed Choices 1
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- 1.
Our parliament consists of:
- A.
The House of Representatives
- B.
The Senate
- C.
The Monarch
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the aboveExplanation
The correct answer is "All of the above" because our parliament consists of the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the Monarch. The House of Representatives represents the people and is responsible for making laws, the Senate represents the states and territories and reviews legislation, and the Monarch is the ceremonial head of state. Therefore, all three entities make up our parliament.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What rule should NOT be followed for a fair election
- A.
Candidates can count the votes
- B.
Voting is secret
- C.
Everyone has a vote
- D.
Everyone has only one vote
Correct Answer
A. Candidates can count the votesExplanation
In a fair election, candidates should not be allowed to count the votes. Allowing candidates to count the votes can lead to bias and manipulation of the results in their favor. It is important to have an impartial and independent body responsible for counting and verifying the votes to ensure transparency and fairness in the election process.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Parliament is NOT one of the following:
- A.
Where government is formed
- B.
Represents the people of Australia
- C.
Makes and changes laws
- D.
A very large building
Correct Answer
D. A very large buildingExplanation
Parliament is not a very large building, but rather a political institution where government is formed, the people of Australia are represented, and laws are made and changed. The term "Parliament" refers to the collective body of elected representatives who are responsible for making important decisions and enacting legislation on behalf of the citizens. It is not merely a physical structure, but a crucial component of democratic governance.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What are proposed laws called?
- A.
Notes
- B.
Bills
- C.
Pre-laws
- D.
Votes
Correct Answer
B. BillsExplanation
Proposed laws are called bills. Bills are draft legislation that is presented to a legislative body for consideration and potential enactment into law. They are the initial step in the legislative process and can originate from various sources, such as government officials, interest groups, or individual citizens. Bills undergo a series of readings, debates, and amendments before they can be passed into law. Therefore, bills are the correct term for proposed laws.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How many members in the House of Representatives?
- A.
130
- B.
140
- C.
150
- D.
160
Correct Answer
C. 150Explanation
The correct answer is 150 because according to the United States Constitution, the House of Representatives is composed of 435 members. Each state is allocated a certain number of representatives based on its population, and the total number is fixed at 435. Therefore, 150 is not the correct answer as it does not align with the constitutional provision.Rate this question:
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