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Australia Govn't
Government
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Australia has a federal system. What does that mean? | It has a division of powers between a central and local or regional governments |
| Australia has a parliamentary democracy. What does that mean? | The head of the executive branch is chosen by the majority party in the legislative branch. |
| Australia is a constitutional monarchy. What does that mean? | It is ruled by a king or queen whose powers are limited by a constitution |
| Who runs the government on a day-to-say basis in Australia? | Prime minister |
| Who is the head of state for Australia? | Queen of England |
| What is the legislature in Australia called? | Parliament |
| What position represents the queen in Australia? | Governor-general |
| For what position do Australians get to vote? | Members of Parliament |