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civics test term 3
part 2.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the process of changing the constitution? | 1. Bill is passed (Parliament). 2. The factors (Parliament members prepare yes cases and no cases for whoever agrees). 3. AEC- the Australian Electoral Commission sends out pamphlets explaining both cases. 4. Referendum 5. Double majority 6. GG signs bill |
| What happens if the Senate and House of Representatives cannot agree on a bill (constitution)? | Section 128 of the Constitution provides a way for a referendum, to still be held. |
| What is similar about law making and changing the constitution? | Both start as a bill in the Australian Parliament, however after that, they follow different journeys. |
| What is a Hansard? | The official written record of everything said in Parliament |
| What is a private members bill? | A bill introduced by a backbencher instead of a minister |
| What is an amendment? | a change proposed to a bill, during the committee stage |
| What is a quorum in parliament? | The minimum number of members who must be present for Parliament to conduct business |
| Why does Australia not have a complete separation of powers? | The Prime Minister, ministers and the Governor-General are part of the Executive and the Parliament. High Court judges, the Prime Minister and ministers are chosen by the Governor-General, who is part of the Parliament and the Executive. |
| How often are MLA's elected? MLA are members of the ACT Legislative Assembly | the third Saturday of October every four years. |
| What is the name given to laws made by local councils? | A by-law |