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What was the administration style of the early governors of New South Wales?
What was the administration style of the early governors of New South Wales?
- Vice-regal (correct)
- Democratic
- Autocratic
- Egalitarian
What was the purpose of the Australian Colonies Government Act of 1850?
What was the purpose of the Australian Colonies Government Act of 1850?
- To restrict the power of the governors
- To abolish the Australian colonies
- To enable the adoption of the 'responsible government' model (correct)
- To appoint more military officers as governors
What was the composition of the Legislative Council in the Westminster system?
What was the composition of the Legislative Council in the Westminster system?
- Members appointed by the Governor
- Appointed members to review legislation (correct)
- Members elected by the people
- Elected members representing districts
When did Western Australia gain self-government?
When did Western Australia gain self-government?
What was the result of self-government in the Australian colonies?
What was the result of self-government in the Australian colonies?