Free Australian citizenship Practice Test - Page 22

Why did the British Government decide to transport convicts to the new colony of New South Wales during European settlement?

  • Jails could not hold the large number of people imprisoned for their crimes
  • British laws were harsh
  • All of the above
  • None of the above
At this time (1788) British laws were harsh and the jails could not hold the large number of people imprisoned for their crimes. To manage this problem, the British Government decided to transport these convicts to the other side of the world; to the new colony of New South Wales.

To live and work in Australia, which of these is the most important?

  • Travelling
  • Communicating in English
  • Driving
  • None of the above
Australia’s national language is English. It is part of our national identity. Everyone in Australia is encouraged to learn and use English to help them participate in Australian society. Communicating in English is also important for making the most of living and working in Australia.

The wealth created by the 1850s gold rush funded many fine buildings in _______.

  • Victoria
  • Queensland
  • Tasmania
  • New South Wales
Victoria is the smallest of the mainland states. Many fine buildings in Victoria were built from the wealth created by the gold rush of the 1850s.

The problems faced in the first few years of the European Settlement were overcame by

  • Kevin Michael Rudd
  • Captain Arthur Phillip
  • Frank Cassidy
  • Matthew Flinders
The first governor of the colony of New South Wales was Captain Arthur Phillip. He overcame many problems in the first few years of European settlement. The colony survived and as more convicts and free settlers arrived, it grew and developed. More colonies were established in other parts of the country.

Of the following, which are Australia's official flags?

  • The Union Flag and the Euro Flag
  • The Australian National Flag and the Union Flag
  • The Australian National Flag, the Australian Aboriginal Flag and the Torres Strait Islander Flag
  • The Australian National Flag and the Union Jack
The Australian National Flag is the official flag of our nation. Other flags that are officially recognised and may be flown in the community include the Australian Aboriginal Flag and the Torres Strait Islander Flag.

On the Torres Strait Islander Flag, the green stripes represent _________.

  • The Water
  • The Land
  • The Sun
  • The Sea
The Torres Strait Islander Flag's green stripes represent the land.

Which of the following is the national anthem of Australia?

  • Advance Australia Fair
  • God save the King
  • The Star-Spangled Banner
  • None of the above
‘Advance Australia Fair’ is Australia’s national anthem. It is sung on occasions of national importance.

Where was gold discovered in Australia in 1851 ?

  • Tasmania and South Australia
  • Western Australia and Queensland
  • New South Wales and Victoria
  • Australian Capital Territory and Queensland
In 1851, gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria.

Of the following statements about equality in Australia, choose one that is true.

  • Numerous laws in Australia ensure that because of their gender, a person is not treated differently to others
  • Numerous laws in Australia ensure that because of their race, a person is not treated differently to others
  • All of the above
  • None of the above
We value this freedom and expect all Australians to treat each other with dignity and respect, regardless of their race, country of origin, gender, sexual preference, marital status, age, disability, heritage, culture, politics, wealth or religion.

The Australians can contribute to the future of Australia and in the way the country is governed ________.

  • By voting for the people who represent them in parliament
  • By voting for themselves
  • By voting for the existing government
  • None of the above
We vote for the people we want to represent us in parliament. By doing this, we all have our say in how the country is governed and contribute to the future of Australia.

Identify the TRUE statement from below.

  • You cannot ask for help from an Australian high commission in times of need while you are overseas
  • You won't get any help from an Australian high commission in times of need while you are overseas
  • You can ask for help from an Australian high commission in times of need while you are overseas
  • None of the above
In many countries, Australia has an embassy, high commission or consulate. While you are overseas, you can ask for help from an official in times of need.

Of the following statement, choose the one that is true.

  • The Prime Minister elects the representatives
  • The people of Australia elect the representatives
  • The Queen elects the representatives
  • None of the above
Parliament has the power to make and change the laws. Parliament is made up of representatives who are elected by the people of Australia.

The Australian Constitution can only be changed through a special vote called _________ .

  • A referendum
  • Popular vote
  • Ballot
  • Election
The Australian Constitution can only be changed through a special vote called a referendum.

Which are the three levels of government?

  • Territory governments, The Australian Government, State governments
  • Territory Governments, Local governments, and State governments
  • The Australian Government and State and Territory governments, Local governments
  • None of the above
The Australian Government, State and Territory governments, and Local governments are three levels of government.

The responsibility of ____________ lies with the Local governments.

  • Railways
  • Drains
  • Health services and hospitals
  • Forestry
Local governments (and the Australian Capital Territory Government) are responsible for drains.

_________ is made up of the ministers with the most senior portfolios.

  • Lower House
  • Cabinet
  • Upper House
  • All of the above
Ministers with the most senior portfolios make up the Cabinet, which is the key decision making body of the Australian Government.

Identify the statement from among these that is true?

  • For breaking traffic laws, people can be sent to prison
  • For breaking traffic laws, people can be fined large amounts of money
  • All of the above
  • None of the above
Road and traffic rules are controlled by state and territory governments. People can be fined large amounts of money or even sent to prison for breaking traffic laws.

On Anzac Day, we remember ____.

  • the First Fleet's landing at Sydney Cove
  • The first free settlers arriving from Britain
  • Anzac Day is a solemn day when we remember the sacrifice of all Australians who served and died in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.
  • None of the above
Anzac Day is a solemn day when we remember the sacrifice of all Australians who served and died in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations. We also honour the courage and commitment of all servicemen and women.

About the Queen of Australia, which of the following is true?

  • The Queen does not have any role in government in Australia
  • The Queen has a day-to-day role in government in Australia
  • The Queen does not have a day-to-day role in government in Australia
  • None of the above
In Australia, the Queen does not have a day-to-day role in government. The Queen appoints the Governor-General as her representative in Australia, on advice from the Australian Prime Minister.

Which of the following is the Australian Government responsible for?

  • Drains
  • Trade
  • Public transport
  • Railways
The Australian Government is responsible for trade.
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