Australian Year 10 Civics Practice Test

Which of the following correctly describes the process for a bill to become law in Australia?

The bill is introduced in the Senate and becomes law after a simple majority vote. The bill is introduced in the house of origin, debated and voted on; then it must pass both houses and receive Royal Assent. The bill becomes law once the Governor-General approves it in secret. The bill only requires public referendum to become law.

Correct Answer:

The bill is introduced in the house of origin, debated and voted on; then it must pass both houses and receive Royal Assent.

Explanation:

The process being tested is the path an ordinary bill takes through Australia’s Parliament to become law. A bill starts in its house of origin, where members debate it and vote. If it passes, it moves to the other house and must be debated and voted on there as well. Only after both houses have approved it does it go to the Governor-General for Royal Assent. Once assent is given, the bill becomes law. Referendums are only used for constitutional changes, not for ordinary laws, and Royal Assent is a formal, public step rather than a secret approval.

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