Yr10 Government and Elections Revision by Miss Gallagher

Check out what you need to do in todays lesson...

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-16 09:14:11 UTC

On this padlet page are a range of questions - asked by you on your KWL charts, about the topic of Government and the elections. Find your name on this page and research the answer. Write your answer underneath the question in your own words. You, the expert, will then be presenting this information back to the class.

**Do not move the boxes around on this page or click into anyone else's boxes.

Once we have finished presenting on our questions to the class, click on this link to take you to your revision quiz!

http://b.socrative.com/login/student/

Your classroom number to enter is: 92808f34

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MissAGallagher — 2014-09-16 09:17:24 UTC

To add your answer to a question you double click on the box and then start typing.

Cyanne: Who is the youngest politician in NZ? Who is the youngest politician ever in the world? Tell us about them.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-16 10:29:35 UTC

Answer:

Gareth Hughes is the youngest politician in New Zealand. He was born in 1981 and is 32 years old. He is a member of the Green Party and he became an MP on 16th February 2010.

Proscovia Alengot Oromait is the yougest polititian in the world. She is from Uganda and is 21 years old. She was elected as a member of parliament in 2012 when she was 19 years old.

Jocie: How is voting in NZ counted? Explain to us the voting process which will happen on election night in NZ tomorrow?

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-16 10:29:38 UTC

Answer: The election results are declared 14 days after the election. Every ballot paper is counted on election night and the counted again to ensure the voter's intentions are clear and then recounted (a lot on counting). Returning Officers scrutinize roles and this is done by marking off a copy of the electoral roll of people who have voted. This marked roll becomes the 'Master Roll' and is available for the public to see after the election itself. This process identifies the voters who have voted more than once and exclude them from the official count.

Ashlyn: Give an example of a different type of government that exists or has existed somewhere in the world. Explain the strengths and weaknesses of this type of government.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-16 10:29:51 UTC

Answer: a form of government found in another place that is a theocracy and it is used in the Vatican city which is the only christian focused theocracy.

The strengths of being a theocracy is...

everyone has the same belifes and values

everybody has to stick to the same rules

a weakness is...

they strugle to connect with others as they resist change

not everyone may want to follow the religion of the theocracy they live in and that could cause fight or even wars.

Casey: List some examples of political parties in NZ that have existed in the past but don't anymore and provide some reasons why they no longer exist, and any interesting facts about them.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-16 10:29:57 UTC

Pakeha Party:

They were a party opposing Maori. They were abandoned.

McGilicuddly Party

A joke of a party who tried to to humiliate politics in general. Among other crazy policies it advocated the "Great Leap Backwards", a project to reverse the idea of parliament and to re-establish a medieval way of life.It was run down.

Angela: Who is Kim Dotcom? Is he a politician? Explain to us his role in the Internet Mana Party and who the other leaders of this party are.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-16 10:31:19 UTC

Kim Dotcom is an internet entrepreneur and business man. No, Kim Dotdom is a convicted criminal so he cannot be a member of parliament. Kim Dotcom is the founder, main funder, and "party visionary" for the Internet Mana Party. The party leader of the Internet Mana party Is Laila Harré, most people know the mana Party for having Hone Harawira.

Joelle: List New Zealand's past Prime Ministers and the dates they were in term. Find out some interesting facts about one or more of them to share with the class.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-16 10:31:26 UTC

Answer:

1856 –Henry Sewell (No party)

1856 – WilliamFox (No party)

1856 –Edward William Stafford (No party)

1861 –William Fox (No party)

1862 –Alfred Domett (No party)

1863 –Frederick Whittaker (No party)

1865-Edward William Stafford (No party)

1869 –William Fox (No party)

1872 – EdwardWilliam Stafford (No party)

1872 - GeorgeMarsden Waterhouse (No party)

1873 - WilliamFox (No party)

1873 –Julius Vogel (No party)

1875 –Daniel Pollen (No party)

1876 –Harry Albert (No party

1876 –Harry Albert (No party)

1877 – Sir GeorgeGrey (No party)

1879 – JohnHall (No party)

1882 –Frederick Whitaker (No party)

1883 –Harry Albert Atkinson (No party

1884 –Robert Stout (No party)

The rest can be found here

http://www.atonz.com/new_zealand/nz_prime-ministers.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Prime_Ministers_of_New_Zealand

Abigail: What is a political debate? Who wins? Why do they happen? Can you find a recent example of a political debate and tell us about what happened.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-16 23:20:43 UTC

Answer:

A political debate is contention in argument, dispute, controversy, discussion; especially the discussions of questions of public interest in Parliament. Often is about legislative debates and debates among candidates for elective office. political debates over legislation allow individuals members of the lawmaking assembly to speak for or against a proposed bill, they have the chance to convince undecided legislators to their side and they win if they have more supporters. one recent example of a political debate that occurred in NZ is the election 2014:leaders' debate. they debate on what to do to improve NZ and talk about what they will do better to improve if they win.

Emma: What is the GCSB all about? Why is the issue of spying in NZ currently on the news and being debated?

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-16 23:21:11 UTC

Answer:

Mykkah: Find a list of countries which currently don't allow women the right to vote and why.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-16 23:21:21 UTC

Answer:

Saudi Arabia- Many woman attempted to register as voters in 2011 municipal elections, they were turned down. It is not a part of Saudi Arabia's tradition for women to vote. However King Abdullah has said that woman will be able to run for municipal offices and vote in 2015.

Vatican City: Voting in Vatican city is a little different from the rest of the world, because it is a Theocracy, or a rule by a religious figure. The only voting that occurs is when they elect a new pope.

Brunei: Brunei is a Monarchy, with the sultan leading the state and the government. There are no national voting in the country.

United Arab Emirates: Neither Men or Woman are allowed to vote for the overall leader, but a small percentage of men and women were allowed to vote for members of a national advisory council in 2011.

Mrinalini: What happened on the 18th September 2014 in Scotland? Explain to the class what the result is and what it means for the future of Scotland.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-16 23:24:57 UTC

Answer: On the 18^th of September in the Country of Scotland alongside the bagpipes you could hear something else. THE SOUND OF THE PEOPLE POSTING REFERENDUMS. This according to the dictionary is ‘a general vote by the electorate on a single political question that has been referred to them for a direct decision.’ But I’m sure you all knew that. In this particular case the question is ‘Should Scotland is an independent country.’The result has not yet been counted; I assume they are still working on it. They expect the results to be fairly close together. Since we have not yet been graced with the future decision I can only present to you the internet’s assumption of what will happen. Firstly they would gain an independence day. The government’s white paper would set its independence day to March 26^th2016. Until then Scotland would still remain part of the UK. They would also gain their own military which would of course cost them money. How big the military will be and how much they will fund them would be up to the elected parliament. The currency would also be an issue; Debates are still ongoing on whether the independent country would keep the British pound. Many more things just as important would be happening but alas I am running out of time and space. Although if the referendum concludes that Scotland will in fact remain a part of the UK nothing will really change.

Brittney: Why did Fiji just have their first election in 8 years on Wednesday? Explain the situation to us.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-16 23:25:10 UTC

Answer: Over time, there has been a constant battle between two main ethnic groups and from this there has been a violent and illegal seizure of power (coup) from the Fijian government. After the coup in 2006, Fiji was put under a military regime. The leader of the coup decided to leave the election to a later date.

Tayla: What services does Government provide? E.g. collecting tax? appointing governor general? Explain to us the services government does and does not provide.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-16 23:28:15 UTC

Answer: The government provides

-care and protection for all vulnerable children and teens

-employment

-funding for community services

-student loans and allowances

-social housing projects

there are A lot of services that the government doesn't provide that are being voted on currently the most popular being maintaining military forces and building new bridges, roads and highways.

Paida: Who is Colin Craig? Explain to us his beliefs, values, policy priorities and how he came to be a politician. Is he likely to be in parliament after tomorrows elections?

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-18 02:39:14 UTC

Answer: Colin Craig, millionaire, LEGEND, and leader of the Conservative party is spending all that he needs to, to assure a place in Parliament. He spent 1.6 million in the last elections and has spent $956,000 this elections all on his campaign.He believes in keeping the government "on a short leash" also his first policy is to make citizens referendum binding, this will ensure that people will truly get what they vote for and the government cant tamper with the citizens decision, he very much values the opinion of the people. None the less it is very unlikely that he will have a place in Parliament by the end of these elections.

VOTE CONSERVATIVE !!

Sammie: How do MPs and the Prime Minister get paid? Explain to us who pays them, where the money comes from and any allowances they get e.g. for travel etc.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-18 02:39:23 UTC

The Different salary's range between the different roles in government.

Members of the Executive
Prime Minister	$428,500
Deputy Prime Minister	$303,900
Each member of the Executive Council who is a Minister of the Crown holding 1 or more portfolios and who is a member of Cabinet	$268,500
Each member of the Executive Council who is a Minister of the Crown holding 1 or more portfolios, but who is not a member of Cabinet	$226,300
Each other member of the Executive Council	$196,900
Each Parliamentary Under-Secretary	$175,600
Officers of the House of Representatives
Speaker of the House of Representatives	$268,500
Deputy Speaker	$189,400
Each Assistant Speaker	$162,200
Leader of the Opposition
Leader of the Opposition	$268,500
Other party leaders

Grace: What are the rules around political campaigning, ads and billboards? How much money can political parties spend and when can they start campaigning?

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-18 02:39:33 UTC

Answer:

Some john key points:

Election advertisements published at any time, in any medium, must contain a promoter statement.

Special rules apply for broadcasting election programmes on radio and television. Election programmes can only be broadcast on radio and television from Writ Day to the day before Election Day.

Other people cannot promote the candidate or party at any time without their written authorization.

A non-broadcast election advertisement can be published at any time except on Election Day.

Campaigning on Election Day is a criminal offence.

There are limits on how much a party can spend on campaigning at certain elections. The limits vary by election type and are explained in our guidance for campaigners at each election.

Acacia: What is the role of the Prime Minister of New Zealand? Explain to the class what he/she is required to do.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-18 02:39:37 UTC

Answer: The Prime Minister’s formal constitutional role is to chair the Cabinet, appoint ministers, advise the Governor General, and act as key spokesperson for the government both in Parliament and out.

#vocab
constitutional-relating to an established set of principles governing a state.

cabinet-the committee of senior ministers responsible for controlling government policayyy

Megan O: Explain to the class a brief history of politics in South Africa and the current system of government

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-18 02:39:40 UTC

Answer: Apartheid – legal racial segregation enforced by the National Party government of South Africa between 1948 and 1993 – curtailed (deprive someone of (something). rights of black people, who were in the majority, in order to maintain minority rule by white people.

The Republic of South Africa is a constitutional democracy.

Samantha: Where are the Maori electorates in NZ and explain to us how Maori are represented in Parliament.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-18 02:39:48 UTC

Answer: In 1868 there were only four Maori electorates; Eastern Maori, Southern Maori, Northern Maori, Western Maori

and since 2011 there have been seven;

Hauraki-Waikato – (North Western North Island, includes Hamilton and Papakura)
Ikaroa-Rāwhiti – (East and South North Island, includes Gisborne and Masterton)
Tāmaki Makaurau – (Roughly equivalent to greater Auckland)
Te Tai Hauāuru – (Western North Island, includes Taranaki and Manawatu-Wanganui regions)
Te Tai Tokerau – (Northernmost seat, includes Whangarei and North and West Auckland)
Te Tai Tonga – (All of South Island and nearby islands. Largest electorate by area)
Waiariki – (Includes Tauranga, Whakatane, Rotorua, Taupo)

Maori are represented in parliament by the Maori party and they also have set seats in parliament reserved

for Maori representatives

Thieveea: Explain to the class what a referenda / referendum is and give some examples of referenda that have occurred in NZ in the past.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-18 02:39:53 UTC

Answer: A referendum is a public vote on a single political question that the public have been asked so that the government can make a direct decision. eg. Compulsory military training in New Zealand? , Voting system, Should a smack as part of good parental correction be a criminal offence in New Zealand? and Do you support the Government selling up to 49% of Meridian Energy, Mighty River Power,
Genesis Power, Solid Energy and Air New Zealand?

Maria: Explain what MMP is and what it means will happen after tomorrow's election, e.g. whichever major party is elected might will have to form a coalition with minor parties. Who will work together for the next 3 years?

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-18 02:40:06 UTC

Answer:

MMP is the electoral system we have currently in NZ. Under this system, voters get two votes, and one of these votes goes towards your preferred local electorate MP. The winning party may have to organize and work with other minor parties.

Olivia: Describe the make up of the United States Federal Government

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-18 02:40:14 UTC

Answer: The government of the United States of America is the federal

government of the republic of fifty states that constitute the United States,

as well as one capital district, and several other territories. it is made up of three branches

legislative, executive and judicial. It was created in

1789 making the United States one of the worlds first modern national

constitutional republic.

Charmaine: What is the government system in North Korea? Gather the relevant information to explain it to the class.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-18 02:40:18 UTC

Answer: Kim Jong il (the current president of North Korea) controls the "Korean People's Army" which basically controls the people.

North Korea and South Korea have a separate government. Information is limited because most information is resticted.

Lily: On this day, 19th September , 121 years ago, the government signed an electoral bill into law about what? Why is this important today?

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-18 02:40:26 UTC

Answer: granting women the right to vote. It's important today because we wouldn't be able to vote as young women

Megan T: What do members of parliament have to do? What is a list MP? Explain their job description to us.

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-18 02:40:31 UTC

Answer: Members of Parliament are representatives of the people in the House of Representatives. MP's debate, scrutinize, develop and change legislation. This includes communicating with the media and public about issues that involve everyone. An influence on their work are policies, values, objectives of their party, personal values and the public's view.

A list MP is a member of parliament who is elected from a party list rather than a geographical constituency ( a group of voters in a specific area who elect a representative). Their job is to effectively organise and represent the people who vote for them in the best way possible.

On The Fence: Revisit Your Voting Prediction

MissAGallagher — 2014-09-18 03:01:08 UTC

http://www.onthefence.co.nz/

Lisa: What is a by-election and why would one occur?

2014-09-19 02:53:39 UTC

Answer: If a political office becomes vacant (no one is running parliament) between general elections, a by-election

will be held. A by-election can occur if the holder of an office becomes incapacitated, commits a serious crime or a recall election happens.