If you are interested in things such as the environment, Australia’s involvement in overseas conflicts or even classification of video games, then you may be interested in politics, as decisions made by politicians have an impact on these things.

Discuss

Are you interested in politics? Is there a particular area that interests you?

Perhaps this interest was sparked by:

• an interest in a particular area (for example, the environment, immigration or Australia’s involvement in international conflicts)

• hearing other people speak about politics

• political coverage in the media (Television, radio, newspapers, Internet).

Discuss

What sparked this interest?