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Difficulty: MediumMutual Respect and Tolerance

How are individuals in Australia expected to behave toward those who hold religious or political beliefs that differ from their own?

  1. A
    They must agree with the beliefs and choices of others to show they are being respectful.
  2. They must treat each other with respect and tolerance, even if they disagree.Answer
  3. C
    They are only required to be tolerant toward people who share a similar cultural background.

Answer

Individuals are expected to treat each other with respect and tolerance, regardless of whether they agree with each other's religious or political views.
The correct answer is correct because Australian democratic values emphasize that while individuals are free to hold their own views, they have a responsibility to treat others with dignity, respect, and tolerance, especially when their opinions or ways of life are different.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the core Australian value regarding diversity.
The value is 'mutual respect and tolerance'.
This value ensures that a diverse society can live together peacefully.
2
Analyze the requirement for agreement vs. respect.
Agreement is personal choice; respect is a community standard.
Australian law protects the freedom to hold different views, but democratic values require respect for others' rights to hold those views.
3
Apply the concept to the scenario of differing beliefs.
Even when there is a deep disagreement, the behavior must remain respectful and tolerant.
This prevents conflict and maintains the peaceful nature of Australian society.

Key Concept

Mutual respect and tolerance allow for peaceful coexistence despite differences in beliefs or lifestyles.

Hints

1
Think about whether you have to like or agree with everything your neighbor does to be a good citizen.
2
Australia is a 'diverse' society. This means people will naturally have many different opinions.
3
The value being tested is 'mutual respect and tolerance'. Look for the option that best describes how tolerance works in a disagreement.

Practice More

Review the section on 'Fundamental Freedoms' to see how freedom of speech relates to the way we express our different views.
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