lesson 1

Question 1

What is a rule?

Answer 1

Non-legal regulations or guidelines for a specific group or individual in society

Rules are often set by organizations or communities to govern behavior within that specific context.

Question 2

What defines a law?

Answer 2

Legal guidelines made by legal institutions such as parliaments or courts

Laws are enforceable by the state and have legal consequences.

Question 3

What is a parliament?

Answer 3

A formal assembly made up of representatives of people who are elected by the people to make laws, except for the Governor General/Governor who is appointed

Parliaments play a crucial role in the legislative process.

Question 4

What does the constitution establish?

Answer 4

It establishes:
* Parliament
* The lawmaking powers of Commonwealth and states
* The judicial role of the High Court
* How the constitution can be changed

The constitution serves as the supreme law that outlines the structure and function of government.