Chapter 2 - Parliment Quiz Flashcards
1
Q
Bicameral
A
A parliament with two houses
2
Q
When does voting occur
A
Voting always occurs on a Saturday between 8 am and 6 pm
3
Q
When is an election held
A
An election is held every 3 years
4
Q
How long did it take to count the votes this year
A
8 days
5
Q
State government responsibility
A
Air, water, forestry, noise
6
Q
Federal government responsibility
A
Natural and heritage listed sites
7
Q
the lower house
A
House of rep
8
Q
Upper house
A
Senate
9
Q
Queen
A
Governor-general
10
Q
Role of state and territory govnt
A
Criminal law Transport Police and emergency Education Health and hospitals
11
Q
Who do the liberals cate to
A
Upper class
