Citizenship Parliament and Elections 1

Question 1

What are the two houses of Australia's federal parliament?

Accepted Answer

House of Representatives and Senate

Answer

House of Commons and Senate

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Parliament and Cabinet

Answer

Congress and Senate

Question 2

How many senators does each state elect to the Australian Senate?

Accepted Answer

12

Answer

6

Answer

8

Answer

10

Question 3

Who is the head of government in Australia?

Accepted Answer

The Prime Minister

Answer

The President

Answer

The Governor-General

Answer

The King

Question 4

What is the main constitutional role of the Governor-General?

Accepted Answer

To represent the King and carry out constitutional duties

Answer

To make laws for Australia

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To lead the government in daily matters

Answer

To command the Australian military

Question 5

Where does Australia's federal parliament meet?

Accepted Answer

Canberra

Answer

Sydney

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Melbourne

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Brisbane

Question 6

How often must elections for the House of Representatives be held at minimum?

Accepted Answer

Every 3 years

Answer

Every 2 years

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Every 4 years

Answer

Every 5 years

Question 7

What is the lower house of Australia's federal parliament called?

Accepted Answer

The House of Representatives

Answer

The Senate

Answer

The Legislative Assembly

Answer

The House of Commons