Core Australian Values Flashcards
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Which of the following actions would be inconsistent with Australian values of equality?
Answer: Refusing to serve a customer because of their religion
Refusing service based on religion violates Australia's anti-discrimination laws and the core value of equal treatment for all people.
What does 'freedom of movement' mean for people living in Australia?
Answer: Australians can travel within Australia freely without government permission
Freedom of movement means Australians can travel, live, and work anywhere within Australia without needing government approval.
Why is voting considered both a right and a responsibility in Australia?
Answer: Voting is compulsory and allows citizens to shape their government
In Australia, voting in federal and state elections is compulsory, reflecting the responsibility citizens have to participate in democratic governance.
Which statement best reflects Australia's secular approach to government?
Answer: Government decisions are made independently of religious institutions
Australia is a secular country, meaning government and law operate separately from religious authority, though individuals are free to practise any faith.
How does the Australian value of 'fairness' apply in the workplace?
Answer: Workers are entitled to fair pay, safe conditions, and protection from exploitation
Australia's workplace laws reflect the value of fairness by ensuring workers receive minimum wages, safe conditions, and protection from unfair dismissal.
What does it mean when Australia describes itself as a 'multicultural society'?
Answer: People from diverse backgrounds contribute to and share in Australian life
Multiculturalism in Australia means people from many different cultural backgrounds are welcomed and their contributions enrich Australian society.
Which of the following best demonstrates the Australian value of 'integrity'?
Answer: A citizen reports a safety hazard even though it is inconvenient
Integrity means acting honestly and ethically, even when it requires personal effort or inconvenience, which is a core expectation in Australian civic life.