AUSTRALIAN VALUES This is an Australian values question — In the real test, every values question must be correct.
A group wants to hire a hall so that its members can debate a political question. Is this allowed?
- Yes, people may meet in public or private to discuss politics ✓
- Only if a member of parliament agrees to attend the meeting
- No, political meetings need permission from the government
- Only if the group avoids discussing any political topics at all
Why this is the answer
People may gather in public or private places to talk about social or political matters.
This question is from: Freedom of speech
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- A friend says that in Australia a person may say absolutely anything at all. How should you correct them?
- A neighbour keeps expressing lawful political views that you think are wrong. What is expected of you?
- A radio station broadcasts strong opinions about the government's performance. What freedom applies to the media?
- Someone online urges people to attack members of a particular religion. What do Australian values and law say?
- Which TWO of these are illegal in Australia, even though people have freedom of speech?
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