New Australian Citizenship Practice Tests - Page 16

Which city is the capital of Tasmania?

  • Hobart
  • Perth
  • Canberra
  • Adelaide
Explanation
Tasmania’s capital city is Hobart.

The minimum age limit to vote in the elections for the federal government and the territorial and state governments in Australia is 18 years.

  • True
  • False
Explanation
Voting is an important responsibility, right and privilege for all Australian citizens aged 18 years or over.

The territorial government is headed by the

  • Premier
  • Chief Minister
  • Queen
  • Governor
Explanation
Chief Minister is the leader of a territory government.

The local council leader is named as

  • Senator
  • Chief Minister
  • Mayor or Shire President
  • Premier
Explanation
Mayor or Shire President is the leader of a local council.

Which Australian state has the maximum number of wine-growing regions and a rugged coastline?

  • Tasmania
  • New South Wales
  • Queensland
  • South Australia
Explanation
South Australia has a rugged coastline and many famous wine regions.

What is the term for seeking assistance from others in challenging situations or helping unknown individuals?

  • MoneyShip
  • Goodsship
  • Mateship
  • Friendship
Explanation
Australians value ‘mateship’. We help each other in times of need. For example, this might mean taking a meal to an elderly neighbour, driving a friend to a medical appointment, or visiting someone who is sick, frail or lonely.

Name the legal body that you approach for assistance in legal issues which are heard by a magistrate or judge.

  • Hall
  • Parliament
  • Court
  • None of the above
Explanation
The courts in Australia are independent. A court will decide if a person has or has not broken the law and decide the penalty. Courts can only base their decision on the evidence before them.

What is the government system that rules in Australia?

  • Queen rule
  • King rule
  • Parliamentary democracy
  • Governor-General rule
Explanation
Australia’s system of government is a parliamentary democracy. This means that all Australians are involved in how the country is governed.

The roads and road traffic control falls under the responsibility of

  • State and territory governments
  • The Australian Government
  • Local governments
  • None of the above
Explanation
State and territory governments are responsible for roads and road traffic control.

Identify the correct symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia.

  • The Commonwealth Coat of Arms
  • The Commonwealth Star
  • The Union Jack
  • None of the above
Explanation
The Commonwealth Coat of Arms is the official symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia.

The act of carrying or buying illegal drugs for selling them is termed as

  • Consuming drugs
  • Drug trafficking
  • Drug therapy
  • None of the above
Explanation
Carrying or buying drugs to sell illegally.

Which city is the capital of NT (Northern Territory)?

  • Darwin
  • Adelaide
  • Hobart
  • Perth
Explanation
The Northern Territory has a tropical environment in the north of the state and dry red desert in the south. Darwin is the capital city.

Who in Australia is endowed with the power to make new laws and bring amendments to old laws?

  • Court
  • Queen
  • Parliament
  • None of the above
Explanation
Only parliament has the power to make and change the laws that govern the country.

What is the legal body responsible for making crucial decisions on matters of utmost importance in the Australian Government?

  • The Prime Minister
  • Cabinet
  • The Queen
  • None of the above
Explanation
Ministers with the most senior portfolios make up the Cabinet, which is the key decision making body of the Australian Government.

What is the capital city of the Australian Capital Territory?

  • Adelaide
  • Brisbane
  • Canberra
  • Hobart
Explanation
The Australian Capital Territory is located between Sydney and Melbourne. It is home to the nation’s capital city, Canberra.

The King of Australia is represented in every state by the

  • Governor–General
  • Senator
  • Chief Minister
  • Governor
Explanation
In each of the states there is a governor who represents the King in a role that is similar to the Governor-General.

What are the colours present in the national flag of Australia?

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

The Ministers and Governor-General are vested with

  • Judicial power
  • Legislative power
  • Executive power
  • None of the above
Explanation
The Executive includes Australian Government ministers and the Governor-General.

The Great Barrier Reef is located in

  • New South Wales
  • South Australia
  • Tasmania
  • Queensland
Explanation
The world famous Great Barrier Reef runs along its eastern coast.

The number of elected representatives of each mainland territory is

  • 4
  • 3
  • 7
  • 2
Explanation
Both mainland territories elect two representatives each.

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