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What is a bicameral parliament?
- A parliament with two chambers or houses, such as the Australian Senate and House of Representatives
- A parliament with members from two political parties only
- A parliament that meets twice a year
Why this is the correct answer
A bicameral parliament is one that has two separate chambers or houses. In Australia, these are the Senate and the House of Representatives, each with different roles and compositions. Having two chambers allows legislation to be reviewed and debated more thoroughly before becoming law.