THE LEGAL FRAMEWORK

Chapter 1: Reasons for laws
You will need:

Key Terms:
  • laws
  • anarchy
  • protection
  • freedom
  • Dispute resolution

Tasks:
  1. Add and define the key terms into your glossary (Remember to distinguish between previous topics)
  2. Read the case study "Anarchy erupts in Baghdad" and answer the following in books.
  • What caused anarchy in Baghdad, 2003?
  • Why was Australia involved in this conflict?
  • What was the effect of no law enforcement?
  • How does this event explain the need for laws?

     3.   Read Concepts in Commerce pg. 72-73 and complete                             questions 7-9 & 11-13 in books



HOMEWORK ACTIVITY
There are many temptations in life that are prevented and regulated though the use of laws. Watch the clip below from "Dark knight rises" and complete the reflection activity
  1. Imagine anarchy erupts in the school at this very moment and  for the next 24 hours all actions are consequence free.  Write a 150+ word journal reflection of the things you would do in that 24 hours knowing you would not be apprehended. This can be typed and include visuals if you want. The best/creative top 5 will be posted anonymously on this webapge
Chapter 2: Reasons for Laws
You will need:
Key Terms:
  • rules

Tasks:
  1. Add and define the key terms into your glossary (Remember to distinguish between previous topics)
  2. As we go through the powerpoint ensure you answer the following key focus points
  • Why do we need laws?
  • What is the difference between a rule and a law? Use examples
  • "Is it acceptable to break the law sometimes?"
  • What are TWO laws that protect citizens in NSW?
     
3.   Complete the 'Reasons for laws' handed out in class. This will be collected and marked. 



HOMEWORK ACTIVITY
  1. Download the Laws vs. Rules worksheet
  2. You are required to identify whether the signs are examples of laws or rules and justify why. 

GROUP TASK

In groups you are to complete the following activity by establishing a set of rules to impose to a small group of survivors on a deserted island. 
Homework - Laws vs. Rules
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Group Task: Law and Order while stranded on an Island challenge
Chapter 3: The Legal Structure
Legal System Review
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You will need:
Key Terms:
  • Parliament
  • Constitution

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Tasks:
  1. Copy the diagram [LEFT] on the Main people/institutions in Australia's legal system. For each one write THREE points explaining their role. 
  2. Complete the LEGAL SYSTEM REVIEW worksheet testing your knowledge of our legal system.   
  3. Research ONE of the following laws
  • Marriage Act 1961 (Cth)
  • Crimes Act 1900 (NSW)
  • Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth)
  • Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW)
  1. What it does?
  2. Who it protects? 
  3. How it helps people in Australian society? Be specific here with reference to the actual law.  

VIDEO ACTIVITY
  1. You will watch the video in the link below twice:
    http://www.peo.gov.au/multimedia/videos/about-parliament-what-is-parliament.html

     Answer the following questions
    1.What is a Parliament?
    2.What decisions are made at Parliament?
    3.Who makes up the Parliament?
    4.How many senators make up The Senate?
    5.How many electorates make up the House of Representatives?
    6.Approximately how many bills are passed around each year?
Chapter 3: The Levels of Government
You will need:
Key Terms:
  • Parliament
  • Federal
  • State
  • Local
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Tasks:
  1. Draw the THREE LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT hierarchy into your books
  2. Complete the LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT worksheet [Right] and cateogorise the responsibilities of each level to complete the table. Table should be glued into your books.    
  3. Research the following State laws. 
  • The Education Act 1958
  • The Equal Opportunity Act 1995
  • The Road Safety Act 1986
  • The Consumer Affairs Act 1972
  • The Summer Time Act 1972
For each law consider;
  1. What is the purpose of the law. (Briefly)
  2. What rights and responsibilities might they involve for you or your family?
  3. Do they affect you regularly/seriously?
  4. What is the importance (rank) of the law on your life?

HOMEWORK ACTIVITY
  1. Complete the journal activity from the STATE GOVERNMENT JOURNAL worksheet[Right] 
  2. This involves you identifying service provided by the government that you use each day. Complete the table in your books. 
LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT
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