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Teisingas atsakymas:Aborigenai ir Toreso sąsiaurio salų gyventojai

Who were the first people to live in Australia? — Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Teisingas atsakymas:Tai seniausios nepertraukiamai gyvuojančios kultūros pasaulyje.

What is special about the cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples? — They are the oldest continuous cultures in the world.

Teisingas atsakymas:Žemyninė Australija ir Tasmanija

Where do Aboriginal people come from? — Mainland Australia and Tasmania

Teisingas atsakymas:Daugiau nei 40 000 metų

According to archaeology, how long have Aboriginal people lived in Australia? — More than 40,000 years

Teisingas atsakymas:Iš salų tarp Kvinslando šiaurinio galo ir Papua Naujosios Gvinėjos

Where do Torres Strait Islander peoples come from? — The islands between the northern tip of Queensland and Papua New Guinea

Teisingas atsakymas:Pasakojimais, menu ir šokiu

How do Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples express their deep connection to the land? — Through stories, art and dance

Teisingas atsakymas:Daugiau nei 100

How many distinct Indigenous languages are spoken in Australia today? — More than 100

Teisingas atsakymas:Mažiau nei 5 procentus

What share of Australia's population are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples? — Less than 5 per cent

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false? Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples all share one single, identical culture. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:1788 m. sausio 26 d.

On what date did the First Fleet land and start the first British settlement in Australia? — 26 January 1788

Teisingas atsakymas:11

How many ships sailed to Australia in the First Fleet? — 11

Teisingas atsakymas:Sidnėjaus įlankoje

Where did the First Fleet land to set up the first British settlement? — Sydney Cove

Teisingas atsakymas:Nes Britanijos įstatymai buvo griežti, o kalėjimai perpildyti

Why did Great Britain send convicts to Australia? — Because British laws were harsh and the prisons were too full

Teisingas atsakymas:Kapitonas Artūras Filipas

Who was the first Governor of the colony of New South Wales? — Captain Arthur Phillip

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false? Most of the free settlers who came to the early colonies were from Britain and Ireland. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:1851

In which year did the Australian gold rush begin? — 1851

Teisingas atsakymas:Kinai

During the gold rush, which group became the first large group of migrants from outside Europe? — Chinese

Teisingas atsakymas:Jis išaugo daugiau nei dvigubai

What happened to Australia's population in the ten years after gold was found? — It more than doubled

Teisingas atsakymas:1901 m. sausio 1 d.

On what date did the colonies unite to form one nation? — 1 January 1901

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos Aukščiausiąjį Teismą

At Federation, the Constitution set up a national parliament, a national government and which court? — The High Court of Australia

Teisingas atsakymas:Apie 4 milijonus

About how many people lived in Australia at Federation in 1901, not counting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples? — About 4 million

Teisingas atsakymas:Po 1967 m. referendumo

After which event were Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples included when counting Australia's population? — The 1967 referendum

Teisingas atsakymas:Iš kitų Europos šalių

After World War II, a large wave of migrants who were not British came to Australia. Where did most of them come from? — Other countries in Europe

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false? Migrants to Australia have come from fewer than 50 countries. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Anglų kalba

What is Australia's national language? — English

Teisingas atsakymas:Kanbera

Which city is the national capital of Australia? — Canberra

Teisingas atsakymas:Šešias

How many states does Australia have? — Six

Teisingas atsakymas:Naujasis Pietų Velsas

Which present-day state began as the first British colony in Australia? — New South Wales

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false: Sydney is the capital city of New South Wales. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Viktorija

Which is the smallest state on the Australian mainland? — Victoria

Teisingas atsakymas:Viktoriją

A gold rush in the 1850s made which colony, now a state, very rich? — Victoria

Teisingas atsakymas:Brisbenas

What is the capital city of Queensland? — Brisbane

Teisingas atsakymas:Kvinslando

The Great Barrier Reef lies off the coast of which state? — Queensland

Teisingas atsakymas:Vakarų Australija

Which is the largest state in Australia by area? — Western Australia

Teisingas atsakymas:Vakarų Australijoje

The Ningaloo Coast, Margaret River and the Kimberley are all in which state? — Western Australia

Teisingas atsakymas:Adelaidė

What is the capital city of South Australia? — Adelaide

Teisingas atsakymas:Pietų Australijoje

In which state can you visit the Barossa Valley and the Flinders Ranges? — South Australia

Teisingas atsakymas:Baso sąsiauris

Which stretch of water separates Tasmania from the mainland? — Bass Strait

Teisingas atsakymas:Hobartas

What is the capital city of Tasmania? — Hobart

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos sostinės teritorijoje

Parliament House and the High Court of Australia are in which part of the country? — The Australian Capital Territory

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false: Canberra is a city on the coast. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Šiaurės teritorijos gilumoje

Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon are in which part of Australia? — Outback Northern Territory

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false: Queensland is the smallest state in Australia. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Vietos žemės tradicinis globėjas

Who gives a Welcome to Country? — A Traditional Custodian of the local land

Teisingas atsakymas:Saugią kelionę per vietos žmonių žemę

Traditionally, what was a Welcome to Country meant to give visitors? — A safe journey through the land of the local people

Teisingas atsakymas:Smilkymo ceremonija

Which of these can be part of a Welcome to Country? — A smoking ceremony

Teisingas atsakymas:Pačioje pradžioje, kaip pirmasis punktas

When during an event is a Welcome to Country usually held? — At the very beginning, as the first item

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false: only an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Elder may give an Acknowledgement of Country. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Parodo pagarbą tradiciniams žemės globėjams

What does an Acknowledgement of Country do? — It shows respect for the Traditional Custodians of the land

Teisingas atsakymas:Sausio 26-ąją

On which date is Australia Day celebrated? — 26 January

Teisingas atsakymas:Pirmojo laivyno atplaukimą iš Britanijos 1788 m.

What event in Australia's history does Australia Day mark? — The arrival of the First Fleet from Britain in 1788

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos ir Naujosios Zelandijos armijos korpusas

Anzac Day is held on 25 April. What does the word ANZAC stand for? — Australian and New Zealand Army Corps

Teisingas atsakymas:Turkijoje

On 25 April 1915, during World War I, Australian and New Zealand soldiers landed at Gallipoli. In which country is Gallipoli? — Türkiye (Turkey)

Teisingas atsakymas:Mėlyna, balta ir raudona

Which colours are used on the Australian National Flag? — Blue, white and red

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos britų kolonizacijos istoriją

What does the Union Jack in the top left corner of the Australian National Flag stand for? — Australia's history of British settlement

Teisingas atsakymas:Šešias valstijas ir dar vieną spindulį teritorijoms

The Commonwealth Star on the Australian National Flag has seven points. What do these points stand for? — The six states, plus one point for the territories

Teisingas atsakymas:Pietų Kryžius

Which group of stars is shown on the right-hand side of the Australian National Flag? — The Southern Cross

Teisingas atsakymas:Saulę

What does the yellow circle in the middle of the Aboriginal Flag stand for? — The sun

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false: on the Aboriginal Flag, the red part stands for the sea. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Jūrą

What does the blue part of the Torres Strait Islander Flag stand for? — The sea

Teisingas atsakymas:Šokėjo galvos apdangalas

Which white shape is in the centre of the Torres Strait Islander Flag, standing for all Torres Strait Islanders? — A dancer's headdress

Teisingas atsakymas:Pagrindines Toreso sąsiaurio salų grupes

On the Torres Strait Islander Flag, what do the points of the white star stand for? — The main island groups of the Torres Strait

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false: the Aboriginal Flag and the Torres Strait Islander Flag are both officially recognised flags of Australia. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Kengūra ir emu

Which two animals hold up the shield on the Commonwealth Coat of Arms? — A kangaroo and an emu

Teisingas atsakymas:Šešias valstijas, susijungusias į vieną valstybę

What does the shield on the Commonwealth Coat of Arms represent? — The six states united as one nation

Teisingas atsakymas:Auksinė akacija

What is Australia's national flower? — Golden wattle

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false: Australia's national colours are green and gold. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Opalas

Which gemstone is Australia's national gemstone? — Opal

Teisingas atsakymas:Advance Australia Fair

What is the name of Australia's national anthem? — Advance Australia Fair

Teisingas atsakymas:Iš Australijos žmonių

In Australia's parliamentary democracy, where does the government's power come from? — The Australian people

Teisingas atsakymas:Per rinkimus balsuoja už atstovus

How do Australians decide who makes laws on their behalf? — They vote for representatives in elections

Teisingas atsakymas:Kitą kartą per rinkimus balsuodami už kitą žmogų

How can the people hold their elected representatives responsible for what they do? — By voting for someone else at the next election

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false: In Australia, a police officer must obey the law just like everyone else. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Tie patys įstatymai taikomi visiems, nepaisant jų padėties ar kilmės

What does it mean that all Australians are equal under the law? — The same laws apply to everyone, whatever their position or background

Teisingas atsakymas:Tas pačias teises ir pagarbą kaip ir kiekvienas kitas žmogus

Sam uses a wheelchair. What rights does Sam have in Australia? — The same rights and respect as every other person

Teisingas atsakymas:Taikiai įtikinėti kitus ir naudotis demokratine procedūra

A group of Australians wants a law to be changed. What is the accepted way to do this? — Persuade others peacefully and use the democratic process

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false: In Australia, using violence to make others change their opinions is acceptable if the cause is important enough. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Kiekvieną žmogų, nepaisant jo kilmės ar įsitikinimų

Who should be treated with respect in Australia? — Every person, whatever their background or beliefs

Teisingas atsakymas:Taip, jei laikosi įstatymų

Can people in Australia say in public that they think the government is doing a bad job? — Yes, as long as they stay within the law

Teisingas atsakymas:Grupės, įsteigtos nusikaltimams planuoti

Freedom of association lets people join many kinds of groups. Which group does it NOT protect? — A group set up to plan crimes

Teisingas atsakymas:Jis gali išpažinti bet kurią religiją arba nė vienos

Which statement about a person's religion in Australia is correct? — They may follow any religion, or no religion at all

Teisingas atsakymas:Vyriausybė atskirta nuo visų religijų

Australia's government is described as secular. What does this mean? — The government is separate from all religions

Teisingas atsakymas:Judėjų ir krikščionių

Which religious tradition has had the biggest influence on Australia's heritage? — Judaeo-Christian

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false: Good Friday is a public holiday in Australia. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Kad būtų sustabdytas nesąžiningas elgesys dėl rasės, lyties, amžiaus ar negalios

Why does Australia have laws against discrimination? — To stop unfair treatment because of race, sex, age or disability

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false: In Australia, women and men have the same rights. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Neteisėta

A manager refuses to promote a worker only because she is a woman. Under Australian law, this is: — Against the law

Teisingas atsakymas:Sėkmė turėtų priklausyti nuo tavo pastangų, o ne nuo turto ar šeimos

What does the Australian idea of a 'fair go' mean? — Success should come from your effort, not your wealth or family

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijoje nėra formalių klasių skirtumų

Which statement about social class in Australia is correct? — There are no formal class distinctions in Australia

Teisingas atsakymas:Laikytis Australijos įstatymų

Which of these is a responsibility of every Australian citizen? — Obeying the laws of Australia

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos piliečiai, sulaukę 18 metų arba vyresni

Who must vote in federal elections in Australia? — Australian citizens aged 18 or over

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false: voting in a referendum is optional for Australian citizens aged 18 or over. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Vietos savivaldos tarybos rinkimuose

In some states, voting may not be compulsory in which kind of election? — Local council elections

Teisingas atsakymas:Stoti į gynybos pajėgas yra savanoriška

Citizens have a responsibility to help defend Australia if the need arises. Which statement about the Australian Defence Force is correct? — Joining the defence force is voluntary

Teisingas atsakymas:Ar kaltinamasis asmuo yra kaltas, ar nekaltas

What does a jury decide in a court case? — Whether the accused person is guilty or not guilty

Teisingas atsakymas:Iš rinkėjų sąrašo

How are people chosen to be called for jury service? — From the names on the electoral roll

Teisingas atsakymas:Prašyti vaikui Australijos pilietybės pagal kilmę

An Australian citizen has a baby while living overseas. What can the parent do? — Apply for Australian citizenship by descent for the child

Teisingas atsakymas:Darbas Australijos valstybės tarnyboje

Applying for which kind of job is a privilege of Australian citizenship? — A job in the Australian Public Service

Teisingas atsakymas:Sausumos pajėgos, karinis jūrų laivynas ir karinės oro pajėgos

Australian citizens can apply to join the Australian Defence Force. Which three services make up the defence force? — The Army, the Navy and the Air Force

Teisingas atsakymas:Jis taip pat turi kitos šalies pilietybę

An Australian citizen wants to stand for election to the federal parliament. Which of these would stop them? — They also hold citizenship of another country

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false: Australian citizens need a visa to come back into Australia after a trip overseas. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos ambasadoje, aukštajame komisariate ar konsulate

An Australian citizen is caught up in a natural disaster while travelling overseas. Where can they ask for help? — At an Australian embassy, high commission or consulate

Teisingas atsakymas:Gauti skubų pasą, jei jo pasas pamestas ar pavogtas

Which of these can Australian consular officials help a citizen with while they are overseas? — Getting an emergency passport if theirs is lost or stolen

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false: Australian citizens travelling overseas must obey the laws of the country they are visiting. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Savanoriavimas vietos labdaros organizacijoje

Which of these is a voluntary way to take part in the community, not a duty of citizens? — Volunteering at a local charity

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos mokesčių tarnyba

Which organisation collects taxes for the Australian Government? — The Australian Taxation Office

Teisingas atsakymas:Paslaugoms, tokioms kaip sveikatos priežiūra, mokyklos ir keliai

What are taxes in Australia used for? — Services such as healthcare, schools and roads

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos rinkimų komisija

Which organisation runs federal elections and referendums in Australia? — The Australian Electoral Commission

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false? The Australian Electoral Commission must follow the government's instructions when it runs an election. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Tai, kaip balsuojate, lieka privatu, nebent patys pasakytumėte kitiems

Australians vote by secret ballot. What does this mean? — How you vote stays private unless you tell others

Teisingas atsakymas:Jam gali būti skirta bauda

What can happen to an enrolled citizen who does not vote and has no good reason? — They can be fined

Teisingas atsakymas:Sąrašas žmonių, užregistruotų balsuoti

What is the electoral roll? — The list of people who are enrolled to vote

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false? To vote in a federal election, you must be enrolled. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Sritis, kuri renka vieną narį į Atstovų rūmus

What is an electorate (also called a division or seat)? — An area that elects one member to the House of Representatives

Teisingas atsakymas:Kreiptis į savo išrinktą atstovą

You are worried about a problem in your community. What can you do? — Contact your elected representative

Teisingas atsakymas:Šešios

Before 1901, how many self-governing British colonies were there in Australia? — Six

Teisingas atsakymas:Prekyba tarp kolonijų buvo lėta ir brangi

Each colony had its own rules on things like trade, transport and the post. What problem did this cause before Federation? — Trade between the colonies was slow and expensive

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false: in the years before Federation, a sense of Australian national identity was already growing through sport, songs, poems and art. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false: the Australian Constitution was written and passed by the first Australian Parliament after Federation. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Atstovų rūmai ir Senatas

The Constitution set up a national Parliament with two houses. What are they called? — The House of Representatives and the Senate

Teisingas atsakymas:Aukščiausiasis Teismas

Which body has the final power to apply and interpret the law, including the Constitution? — The High Court of Australia

Teisingas atsakymas:Parlamentas priima siūlomą pakeitimą, tada rinkėjai jį patvirtina referendume

The Constitution is Australia's highest law. How can it be changed? — Parliament passes the proposed change, then the voters approve it at a referendum

Teisingas atsakymas:Visos šalies rinkėjų daugumos ir rinkėjų daugumos bent keturiose iš šešių valstijų

What does a proposed change to the Constitution need in order to pass at a referendum? — A majority of voters across the nation and a majority of voters in at least four of the six states

Teisingas atsakymas:Aborigenus ir Toreso sąsiaurio salų gyventojus įtraukti į Australijos gyventojų skaičių

In 1967 more than 90% of voters said Yes at a referendum. What did this vote allow? — Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to be counted as part of Australia's population

Teisingas atsakymas:Kad nė vienas žmogus ar grupė neturėtų visos valdžios

Why does Australia's Constitution split the power of government into three separate parts? — So that no one person or group has all the power

Teisingas atsakymas:Išrinktas parlamentas

Who holds legislative power, the power to make and change laws? — The elected Parliament

Teisingas atsakymas:Galią įgyvendinti įstatymus

What does executive power mean? — The power to put laws into practice

Teisingas atsakymas:Ministras pirmininkas ir ministrai

Which of these is part of the executive arm of government? — The Prime Minister and ministers

Teisingas atsakymas:Ministrai

Who is responsible for the work of government departments? — Ministers

Teisingas atsakymas:Teismo teisėjas

Which of these people uses judicial power, the power to interpret and apply the law? — A judge in a court

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false? When deciding a case, Australian courts must follow the instructions of the government. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos karalius

Who is Australia's Head of State? — The King of Australia

Teisingas atsakymas:Australija turi karalių, o jo įgaliojimus nustato ir riboja Konstitucija

Australia is a constitutional monarchy. What does this mean? — Australia has a King, and his powers are set out and limited by the Constitution

Teisingas atsakymas:Generalgubernatorius

The King does not live in Australia. Who carries out his powers and duties at the national level? — The Governor-General

Teisingas atsakymas:Karaliaus, ministro pirmininko patarimu

How is the Governor-General chosen? — By the King, on the advice of the Prime Minister

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false? The Governor-General belongs to the party in government and helps it make political decisions. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Duoda Karališkąjį pritarimą, ir jis tampa įstatymu

A bill has been passed by both Houses of the federal Parliament. What does the Governor-General do next? — Gives it Royal Assent, so it becomes law

Teisingas atsakymas:Generalgubernatorius

Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the Australian Defence Force? — The Governor-General

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false? The Governor-General formally starts the process for holding a federal election. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Gubernatorius

Who represents the King in each Australian state? — The Governor

Teisingas atsakymas:Administratorių

In the Northern Territory, who is appointed by the Governor-General to carry out duties like those of a state Governor? — The Administrator

Teisingas atsakymas:Premjeras

What is the title of the leader of a state government, such as the government of Victoria? — Premier

Teisingas atsakymas:Meras arba apskrities pirmininkas

Who leads a local council? — A Mayor or Shire President

Teisingas atsakymas:Parlamento narys, atsakingas už tokią sritį kaip sveikata

In Australian government, what is a minister? — A member of parliament in charge of an area such as health

Teisingas atsakymas:Parlamento Atstovų rūmai

Which part of the federal Parliament is also called the Lower House or the People's House? — The House of Representatives

Teisingas atsakymas:Valstijoje gyvenančių žmonių skaičius

What decides how many members each state has in the House of Representatives? — The number of people who live in the state

Teisingas atsakymas:12

How many senators does each state elect to the Senate? — 12

Teisingas atsakymas:Po 2

How many senators do the Australian Capital Territory and the Northern Territory each have? — 2

Teisingas atsakymas:Nes kiekviena valstija turi tiek pat senatorių, nepaisant jos dydžio

The Senate is sometimes called the States' House. Why? — Because each state has the same number of senators, whatever its size

Teisingas atsakymas:Nepriklausomuoju

What do we call a member of Parliament who does not belong to any political party? — An independent

Teisingas atsakymas:Dvi ar daugiau partijų, dirbančių kartu

In Australian politics, what is a coalition? — Two or more parties that work together

Teisingas atsakymas:Liberalų, Leiboristų, Nacionalų ir Žaliųjų

Which list names four of the main political parties in Australia? — Liberal, Labor, the Nationals and the Greens

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false? Australians must join a political party before they can vote in an election. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Partija ar koalicija, turinti daugumą Atstovų rūmuose

After a federal election, which group forms the government? — The party or coalition with a majority in the House of Representatives

Teisingas atsakymas:Ministras pirmininkas

What is the title of the leader of the federal government? — The Prime Minister

Teisingas atsakymas:Didžiausia partija ar koalicija, nesanti vyriausybėje

Which group usually forms the Opposition in the federal Parliament? — The largest party or coalition that is not in government

Teisingas atsakymas:Generalgubernatorius

The Prime Minister chooses people to be ministers. Who then formally appoints them? — The Governor-General

Teisingas atsakymas:Vyresnieji ministrai, priimantys pagrindinius sprendimus

What is the Cabinet in the Australian Government? — The most senior ministers, who make the key decisions

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false? A Bill (a proposed law) becomes law as soon as the House of Representatives passes it, even if the Senate votes against it. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false? Each Australian state has its own parliament and its own constitution. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Tos valstijos sostinėje

Where is the government of each Australian state based? — In the capital city of that state

Teisingas atsakymas:Konstitucija saugo valstijų teises taip, kaip nesaugo teritorijų.

Which statement about Australia's states and territories is correct? — The Constitution protects the rights of the states in a way that it does not protect the territories.

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false? The Australian Parliament can change or cancel a law made by a self-governing territory. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Miestais, apskritimis, miesteliais ar savivaldybėmis

What are local government areas in Australia usually called? — Cities, shires, towns or municipalities

Teisingas atsakymas:Vietos žmonių išrinkta taryba

Who usually makes decisions for a local government area? — A council elected by local people

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos (federalinė) vyriausybė

Which level of government is responsible for immigration and citizenship? — The Australian (federal) Government

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos (federalinė) vyriausybė

Which level of government looks after Australia's defence forces? — The Australian (federal) Government

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos (federalinė) vyriausybė

Which level of government pays social security, such as the age pension and family support payments? — The Australian (federal) Government

Teisingas atsakymas:Valstijos vyriausybė

In an Australian state, which level of government is responsible for the police and ambulance services? — The state government

Teisingas atsakymas:Surenka buitines atliekas

Which of these is usually done by the local council? — Collecting household rubbish

Teisingas atsakymas:Vietos savivaldos taryba

A neighbour's dog keeps barking all night. Which level of government usually deals with noise and animal control? — The local council

Teisingas atsakymas:Teisme pateiktais įrodymais

What must an Australian court base its decision on when it decides whether someone is guilty? — The evidence presented in court

Teisingas atsakymas:Žemesnės instancijos teismo teisėjas

What is a magistrate? — A judge in a lower court

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false? In Australia, a judge can be removed from the job for making a decision the government does not like. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Kaip su nekaltu, kol teismas jo nepripažins kaltu

How is a person who has been charged with a crime treated in Australia? — As innocent until a court finds them guilty

Teisingas atsakymas:Teisę turėti advokatą, atstovaujantį teisme

Which right does a person accused of a crime have in Australia? — The right to be represented by a lawyer

Teisingas atsakymas:Palaikyti taiką ir saugoti gyvybę bei nuosavybę

What is one of the main jobs of the police in Australia? — To keep peace and protect life and property

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false? In Australia, the government can tell the police which person to arrest or charge. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos federalinė policija

Which police force investigates crimes against national laws, such as drug trafficking and threats to national security? — The Australian Federal Police

Teisingas atsakymas:Tai sunkus nusikaltimas, net jei pareigūnas atsisako

What does Australian law say about offering money or a gift to a police officer so they will let you off? — It is a serious crime, even if the officer says no

Teisingas atsakymas:Įstatymo nežinojimas nėra pasiteisinimas jį pažeidus

A person breaks a law and says they did not know that the law existed. What is true? — Not knowing the law is not an excuse for breaking it

Teisingas atsakymas:Nelegalių narkotikų pirkimas ar turėjimas

Which of these is against the law in Australia? — Buying or having illegal drugs

Teisingas atsakymas:Ir vyrai, ir moterys

Who can be sent to prison for domestic and family violence in Australia? — Both men and women

Teisingas atsakymas:Visi automobilyje esantys

Who must wear a seatbelt in a car in Australia? — Everyone in the car

Teisingas atsakymas:Visus

Under the rule of law in Australia, who does the law protect? — Everyone

Teisingas atsakymas:Taip, įstatymas taikomas ir tada, kai niekas nežiūri

Late at night, a driver is on an empty road with no police or cameras nearby. Does the driver still have to keep to the speed limit? — Yes, the law applies even when nobody is watching

Teisingas atsakymas:Jam gali būti skirta bausmė, pavyzdžiui, bauda ar laisvės atėmimas

What may happen to a person who breaks the law in Australia? — They may face a penalty, such as a fine or a prison sentence

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos įstatymai taikomi visiems Australijoje, nepaisant jų kilmės

A new arrival says the laws of their home country should apply to them while they live in Australia. Which statement is correct? — Australian law applies to everyone in Australia, whatever their background

Teisingas atsakymas:Galioja Australijos įstatymai, ir jokia religinė taisyklė jų negali panaikinti

Your neighbour says that the rules of their religion come before Australian law. Which statement is correct? — Australian law applies, and no religious rule can override it

Teisingas atsakymas:Kad dalyvavimas rinkimuose laikomas labai svarbiu

Voting in federal, state and territory elections is compulsory for adult Australian citizens. What does this show? — That taking part in elections is considered very important

Teisingas atsakymas:Daryti tai, ko prašoma

A police officer makes a lawful request, such as asking you to pull your car over. What should you do? — Do what you are asked

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false: Australians are expected to support the police when they carry out their lawful duties. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Žmonės gali sakyti ir rašyti, ką mano, jei laikosi įstatymų

What does freedom of speech mean in Australia? — People can say and write what they think, as long as they stay within the law

Teisingas atsakymas:Taip, žiniasklaida gali laisvai kritikuoti vyriausybę, laikydamasi įstatymų

Can newspapers, radio and TV in Australia criticise the government? — Yes, the media are free to criticise the government, within the law

Teisingas atsakymas:Kaip svarbi demokratijos dalis

How is peaceful protest against the government seen in Australia? — As an important part of democracy

Teisingas atsakymas:Ne, tai niekada nepriimtina

Is it acceptable in Australia to encourage violence against people because of their religion or ethnic background? — No, it is never acceptable

Teisingas atsakymas:Skleisti melagingas istorijas apie žmogų, kurios kenkia jo geram vardui

Which of these is NOT protected by freedom of speech in Australia? — Spreading false stories about a person that damage their good name

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false: freedom of speech allows you to urge other people to break the law. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Jungtis prie bet kokios teisėtos grupės, pavyzdžiui, politinės partijos ar profesinės sąjungos

What does freedom of association allow people in Australia to do? — Join any legal group, such as a political party or a trade union

Teisingas atsakymas:Jūsų negalima priversti stoti į politinę partiją

Your manager says you must join a certain political party to keep your job. What does freedom of association say about this? — You cannot be forced to join a political party

Teisingas atsakymas:Gadinti nuosavybę ar žaloti žmones

Which of these is NOT allowed at a protest in Australia? — Damaging property or hurting people

Teisingas atsakymas:Ne, turėti daugiau nei vieną sutuoktinį vienu metu yra neteisėta

A man in Australia is already married. Can he legally marry a second wife while his first marriage continues? — No, having more than one spouse at a time is illegal

Teisingas atsakymas:Tai sunkus nusikaltimas ir gali baigtis kalėjimu

What is the legal position on forcing someone to marry in Australia? — It is a serious crime and can lead to prison

Teisingas atsakymas:Tai nepriimtina, nes religinė netolerancija prieštarauja Australijos vertybėms

A person regularly insults and excludes neighbours because of their faith. How do Australian values view this behaviour? — It is not acceptable, because religious intolerance goes against Australian values

Teisingas atsakymas:Jie turi tas pačias teises ir su jais turi būti elgiamasi vienodai

A Buddhist and a Christian live in the same town in Australia. How does the law treat them? — They have the same rights and must be treated equally

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false: in Australia, two men or two women can legally marry each other. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Visi turi tokias pačias teises, nepaisant rasės ar kilmės

How does Australian law treat people of different races and national or ethnic backgrounds? — Everyone has the same rights, whatever their race or origin

Teisingas atsakymas:Abu turi tokią pačią teisę lankyti mokyklą ir toliau mokytis

A family in Australia has a son and a daughter. What chances do they have to get an education? — Both have the same right to go to school and to study further

Teisingas atsakymas:Moterys gali balsuoti ir kandidatuoti į parlamentą

Which statement about women and politics in Australia is correct? — Women can vote and can stand for parliament

Teisingas atsakymas:Taip, moterys gali stoti į abi

Can women serve in the Australian Defence Force and in the police? — Yes, women can join both

Teisingas atsakymas:Vienodai, pagal tą patį įstatymą

A man and a woman each go to an Australian court in the same kind of case. How should the court treat them? — Equally, under the same law

Teisingas atsakymas:Darbdavys gali duoti darbą Anai, nes ji geriau kvalifikuota

Ana and Tom apply for the same job. Ana has better qualifications for it. What is right in Australia? — The employer can give Ana the job because she is better qualified

Teisingas atsakymas:Tai nusikaltimas, nors tai nutiko namuose šeimoje

A man hits his wife during an argument at home. What is true under Australian law? — It is a crime, even though it happened at home within the family

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false: in Australia, a husband or wife cannot get a divorce if the other spouse objects. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Daug migrantų tapo lyderiais tokiose srityse kaip verslas, menai ir sportas

Which statement about migrants in Australia is correct? — Many migrants have become leaders in fields such as business, the arts and sport

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false: shouting insults and threats at someone in the street can be against the law in Australia. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Ramiai pasikalbėti ir, jei reikia, pasinaudoti tarpininkavimu ar teismais

Two neighbours strongly disagree about where their shared fence should be. What is the right way to deal with this in Australia? — Talk about it calmly and, if needed, use mediation or the courts

Teisingas atsakymas:16 arba 17 metų, priklausomai nuo valstijos ar teritorijos

What is the age of consent for sexual activity in Australia? — 16 or 17, depending on the state or territory

Teisingas atsakymas:Ne, tai neteisėta visur Australijoje, net jei ji sutinka

A 25-year-old man wants a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old girl. Is this legal anywhere in Australia? — No, it is illegal everywhere in Australia, even if she agrees

Teisingas atsakymas:Gerbti kitų žmonių nuomones, net kai nesutinki

What does tolerance mean in everyday life in Australia? — Respecting other people's views, even when you disagree

Teisingas atsakymas:Gerbti jos pasirinkimą, net jei nesutinkate

Your adult daughter decides to marry someone you do not like. Which response fits Australian values? — Respect her choice, even if you disagree with it

Teisingas atsakymas:Tai rasistinis įžeidinėjimas, ir Australijoje jis nepriimtinas

At a football match, a spectator shouts racist insults at a player. Which statement is correct? — This is racial abuse, and it is not accepted in Australia

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijos žmogaus teisių komisijai

Where can a person report racism in Australia? — To the Australian Human Rights Commission

Teisingas atsakymas:Išlaikyti save ir savo šeimą, kur tik gali

What is expected of people in Australia who are able to work? — To support themselves and their family where they can

Teisingas atsakymas:Nunešti maistą pagyvenusiam vienam gyvenančiam kaimynui

Which of these is a good example of mateship? — Bringing a meal to an elderly neighbour who lives alone

Teisingas atsakymas:Skirti savo laiką padėti kitiems be atlygio

What does it mean to volunteer in your community? — To give your time to help others without being paid

Teisingas atsakymas:Tiesa

True or false? During the 2019–20 bushfires, many multicultural communities in Australia collected donations to help people affected by the fires. — True

Teisingas atsakymas:Pranešti institucijoms, pavyzdžiui, policijai

You find out that someone is planning a serious crime. What should you do? — Report it to the authorities, such as the police

Teisingas atsakymas:Policijai

If you suspect that a child is being abused, who should you report it to? — The police

Teisingas atsakymas:Netiesa

True or false? In Australia, sharing sexual images of a person online without their consent is allowed. — False

Teisingas atsakymas:Australijai ir jos žmonėms

When people become Australian citizens, to whom do they pledge their loyalty? — To Australia and its people

Teisingas atsakymas:Taip, jei kita šalis leidžia, bet Australijoje jis privalo laikytis Australijos įstatymų

Can an Australian citizen also be a citizen of another country? — Yes, if the other country allows it, but in Australia they must obey Australian law

Teisingas atsakymas:Taip, tai prieštarauja Australijos įstatymams ir Australijoje, ir užsienyje

Is sexual activity with a child under 16 a crime for Australians when they are overseas? — Yes, it is against Australian law both in Australia and overseas

Teisingas atsakymas:Vyriausybės paslapčių skelbimas socialiniuose tinkluose

Which of these actions would go against Australia's interests or security? — Sharing government secrets on social media