Free Australian citizenship Practice Test - Page 5

Which is the smallest Australian state ?

  • Tasmania
  • South Australia
  • New South Wales
  • Western Australia
Explanation
Tasmania is the smallest state, separated from the mainland by Bass Strait. Much of the island has unspoilt wilderness landscapes. Tasmania’s capital city is Hobart.

Tasmania is the smallest state, separated from the mainland by ________.

  • Tasmania Strait
  • Victoria Strait
  • Bass Strait
  • None of the above
Explanation
Tasmania is the smallest state, separated from the mainland by Bass Strait. Much of the island has unspoilt wilderness landscapes. Tasmania’s capital city is Hobart.

Where is the Great Barrier Reef located?

  • Victoria
  • Queensland
  • New South Wales
  • Western Australia
Explanation
Queensland is the second largest state. It has the Torres Strait Islands in the north, tropical rainforests, temperate coastal areas and an often dry inland. The world famous Great Barrier Reef runs along its eastern coast.

Which region in Australia has fine architecture created because of the positive economic impact of the 1850 gold rush ?

  • Victoria
  • New South Wales
  • Queensland
  • Western Australia
Explanation
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.

In which state or territory is the capital city of Australia located?

  • Queensland
  • Australian Capital Territory
  • New South Wales
  • Northern Territory
Explanation
The Australian Capital Territory is situated between Sydney and Melbourne. It is the site of the nation’s capital city, Canberra. Canberra is home to important national institutions, such as Parliament House and the High Court of Australia.

In which city are the High Court and Parliament House of Australia situated?

  • Canberra
  • Melbourne
  • Sydney
  • Tasmania
Explanation
Canberra is home to important national institutions, such as Parliament House and the High Court of Australia.

Which of the following towns is located near Australia’s centre ?

  • Dubbo
  • Alice Springs
  • Emerald
  • None of the above
Explanation
The Northern Territory has the tropics in the north and red desert soil in the south. Most of its small population live in the capital city, Darwin, and along the main highway between Darwin and Alice Springs, which is the main town near the centre of Australia.

Which is Australia’s biggest and most notable public event ?

  • Anzac Day
  • Australia Day
  • Birthday of Queen Elizabeth
  • Prime Minister Day
Explanation
On 26 January each year, we celebrate Australia Day. Australia Day is a public holiday in every state and territory in Australia.

On what day is Australia Day celebrated?

  • 16th January
  • 6th January
  • 28th January
  • 26th January
Explanation
On 26 January each year, we celebrate Australia Day. Australia Day is a public holiday in every state and territory in Australia.

Who was the commander of the First Fleet ?

  • Captain James Stirling
  • Captain James Cook
  • Captain Arthur Phillip
  • William Bligh
Explanation
The first governor of the colony of New South Wales was Captain Arthur Phillip. He brought the first fleet of 11 ships safely from Britain to the other side of the world. He took great care over the feeding and welfare of the convicts and very few died on the voyage.

When does the Prime Minister make the declaration for the 'Australian of the Year Awards' in Canberra?

  • Multicultural Day
  • Anzac Day
  • Australia Day
  • Christmas Day
Explanation
On the eve of Australia Day, the Prime Minister announces the Australian of the Year Awards in Canberra.

What day is Anzac Day in Australia ?

  • 15th April
  • 5th April
  • 12th April
  • 25th April
Explanation
Anzac Day is observed on 25 April each year. Anzac Day is named after the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps, which landed at Gallipoli in Turkey during World War I on 25 April 1915.

What are the official flags of Australia ?

  • Australian National Flag
  • Australian Aboriginal Flag
  • Torres Strait Islander Flag
  • All of the above
Explanation
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.

What are the colours present in the Australian National Flag?

  • Black, white and red
  • Blue, grey and red
  • Blue, white and red
  • Blue, yellow and red
Explanation
The Australian National Flag is blue, white and red.

Which of the following flags occupies the top left corner of the Australian National Flag ?

  • The Torres Strait Islander flag
  • The Australian Aboriginal flag
  • Flag of the United Kingdom
  • None of the above
Explanation
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.

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

  • 1651
  • 1951
  • 1851
  • 1751
Explanation
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.

Which is the capital city of Australia ?

  • Melbourne
  • Sydney
  • Canberra
  • Brisbane
Explanation
Canberra is Australia’s capital city, and each state and mainland territory has its own capital.

Which is the main town situated close to the centre of Australia?

  • Duntroon
  • Palmerston
  • Alice Springs
  • None of the above
Explanation
The Northern Territory has the tropics in the north and red desert soil in the south. Most of its small population live in the capital city, Darwin, and along the main highway between Darwin and Alice Springs, which is the main town near the centre of Australia.

The Union Jack in the Australian National Flag represents

  • Aboriginal people of Australia
  • Spiritual relation to the earth and the land
  • Our history of British settlement
  • None of the above
Explanation
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.

The white colour in the flag of the Torres Strait Islanders denotes:

  • Land
  • Sea
  • Peace
  • Sun
Explanation
The Torres Strait Islander Flag's colour white is a symbol of peace.

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