Voices of the People · The Legislative Process
The Power of the Vote
Understanding preferential voting and the significance of secret ballots in Australian elections.
Key Questions
- 1Why is a secret ballot essential for a free and fair democracy?
- 2Who should decide who is eligible to vote in a national election?
- 3Does every vote carry the same weight in a preferential system?
ACARA Content Descriptions
AC9HASS5K03
Year: Year 5
Subject: Civics & Citizenship
Unit: Voices of the People
Period: The Legislative Process
Suggested Methodologies
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