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Difficulty: MediumRejection of Violence and Intimidation

When individuals or groups in Australia have a serious disagreement regarding a social or political issue, which of the following reflects the expected behavior for resolving the conflict?

  1. Resolving the matter through peaceful discussion and the Australian legal systemAnswer
  2. B
    Using threats or physical force to ensure that the most important social cause wins
  3. C
    Harassing or intimidating others until they stop expressing their opposing opinion

Answer

In Australia, disagreements are expected to be resolved through peaceful discussion and the legal system, rather than through violence or intimidation.
The correct answer is correct because it identifies that peaceful discussion and the legal system are the only acceptable ways to resolve conflicts in Australia. This reflects the fundamental belief that violence and intimidation have no place in a democratic and respectful society.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the core Australian value regarding social and political conflict.
The value is the rejection of violence and intimidation as methods of persuasion or resolution.
Australian society is based on the rule of law and mutual respect, where differences are handled through established peaceful channels.
2
Evaluate the proposed methods of resolution (violence, intimidation, or discussion/law).
Violence and intimidation are illegal and contrary to shared values, whereas discussion and the legal system are the accepted standards.
The Australian Citizenship Test emphasizes that no matter how strongly someone feels, they must remain within the law.
3
Select the option that matches the requirement for peaceful and legal resolution.
The option involving peaceful discussion and the legal system is the only one that complies with Australian values.
This choice demonstrates an understanding of the balance between freedom of opinion and the requirement to maintain a peaceful society.

Key Concept

Rejection of Violence and Intimidation

Hints

1
Think about whether Australia encourages physical force or peaceful conversation when people have different ideas.
2
Recall that in Australia, the law is the highest authority and everyone must follow it, even when they are very angry about an issue.
3
The correct behavior involves using the legal system and talking things out rather than threatening people.

Practice More

Review the section on 'Democratic Beliefs and the Rule of Law' to see how the legal system supports peaceful change.
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