Free Australian citizenship Practice Test - Page 4

What is the official symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia ?

  • National flower of Australia
  • Commonwealth Coat of Arms
  • National anthem
  • National sports
The Commonwealth Coat of Arms is the official symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia. It represents our national unity. It identifies the authority and property of the Commonwealth of Australia.

During the citizenship ceremony, to whom do citizens pledge loyalty?

  • To the Australian Prime Minister
  • To Australia and its people
  • To the Queen of Australia
  • To the King of Australia
At the citizenship ceremony, you pledge your loyalty to Australia and its people. It is therefore important for you to have an understanding of Australia’s community and population, including our Indigenous heritage.

The first few words in the citizenship pledge are:

  • From this time forward, under God,
  • I pledge my loyalty to Australia, under God
  • I pledge my loyalty to Australia and its people
  • whose democratic beliefs I share
From this time forward, under God,*
I pledge my loyalty to Australia and its people,
whose democratic beliefs I share,
whose rights and liberties I respect, and
whose laws I will uphold and obey.

In the Australian citizenship pledge, what principles do you support in relation to the country and its people?

  • Capitalist
  • Communist
  • Democratic
  • None of the above
This is the pledge you will make:

From this time forward, under God,*
I pledge my loyalty to Australia and its people,
whose democratic beliefs I share,
whose rights and liberties I respect, and
whose laws I will uphold and obey.

* A person may choose whether or not to use the words ‘under God’

What colony did Australia belong to initially ?

  • French
  • British
  • Spanish
  • Dutch
Before 1901, Australia was made up of six separate, self-governing British colonies.

The first ever free settlers in Australia originated from which country?

  • Ireland and France
  • Great Britain and France
  • Great Britain and Ireland
  • Netherlands and Ireland
Early free settlers were from Great Britain and Ireland. This British and Irish heritage has had a major influence on Australia’s history, culture and political institutions.

Name the heritage that has had a major influence on Australia's history, culture, and political institutions.

  • The British and Irish heritage
  • The British and French heritage
  • The British and Chinese heritage
  • Irish and French heritage
Early free settlers were from Great Britain and Ireland. This British and Irish heritage has had a major influence on Australia’s history, culture and political institutions.

In which year was gold first discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria?

  • 1811
  • 1951
  • 1711
  • 1851
In 1851, gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria. People from all around the world came to these colonies to try their luck at making a fortune. Chinese people arriving at this time were the first large group of migrants not from Europe.

Where was gold first discovered in Australia in 1851?

  • New South Wales and South Australia colonies
  • New South Wales and Queensland colonies
  • New South Wales and Victoria colonies
  • Victoria and South Australia colonies
In 1851, gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria. People from all around the world came to these colonies to try their luck at making a fortune. Chinese people arriving at this time were the first large group of migrants not from Europ

What did the majority of the first fleet transport?

  • Free settlers
  • Convicts
  • Explorers
  • Drugs
It is the anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet from Great Britain in 1788 to set up a convict settlement for the British Government. The commander of the First Fleet was Captain Arthur Phillip.

What does 26th January 1788 signify in Australia ?

  • Beginning of European settlement
  • Captain Arthur Phillip was appointed as New South Wales’ first governor
  • The discovery of gold in the colonies
  • The discovery of silver in the colonies
European settlement started when the first 11 convict ships, which became known as the ‘First Fleet’, arrived from Great Britain on 26 January 1788.

To which country do the initial 11 convict ships that landed in Australia belong?

  • Ireland
  • France
  • India
  • Great Britain
European settlement started when the first 11 convict ships, which became known as the ‘First Fleet’, arrived from Great Britain on 26 January 1788.

Other than Europe, from which country did a large group of migrants come to Australia in 1851 when gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria?

  • France
  • India
  • Sri Lanka
  • China
In 1851, gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria. People from all around the world came to these colonies to try their luck at making a fortune. Chinese people arriving at this time were the first large group of migrants not from Europe. In 10 years, the population more than doubled.

Did the population of Australia increase to more than double between 1851 and 1861?

  • Yes
  • No
In 1851, gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria. People from all around the world came to these colonies to try their luck at making a fortune. Chinese people arriving at this time were the first large group of migrants not from Europe. In 10 years, the population more than doubled.

In the Australian National Flag, the Union Jack denotes

  • The Australian Commonwealth and its people
  • History of British settlement in Australia
  • Great Britain and its people
  • Six states and the territories
The flag of the United Kingdom, known as the Union Jack, is in the top left corner. The flag represents our history of British settlement.

What is the total number of elected members in the House of representatives in Australia ?

  • 100
  • 300
  • 500
  • 150
The number of MPs for each state and territory is based on the size of its population. The people of Australia elect a total of 150 members to the House of Representatives.

What is the responsibility of the Australian Government among the following options?

  • Footpaths
  • Drains
  • Social Security
  • Police
The Australian Government is responsible for social security (pensions and family support).

The local governments are responsible for:

  • Defence
  • Community centres, local libraries, and halls
  • Schools
  • Forestry
Local governments (and the Australian Capital Territory Government) are responsible for local libraries, halls and community centres.

Who is responsible for the interpretation and application of the law ?

  • The courts
  • The House of Representatives
  • The Ministers
  • The Queen
The courts in Australia are responsible for interpreting and applying the law. They are independent of the government. The courts decide if a person has broken the law or not and decide the penalty. Every person has the right to be represented by a lawyer in court. Courts can only base their decision on the evidence before them.

What is the capital city of Victoria ?

  • Sydney
  • Melbourne
  • Canberra
  • Adelaide
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. Victoria’s capital city is Melbourne.
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