Test 4 of 22
Free Citizenship Practice Test 4
Format
20 MCQs
Time Limit
45 Minutes
Language
English
Booklet
Our Common Bond
This test includes questions from all four testable parts: Australia and its people, democratic beliefs, government and the law, and Australian values.
Pass Mark: 15/20 | Success Rate: 75%
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Which important right and responsibility do all Australian citizens share?
Voting.
Travelling.
Protesting.
Voting allows citizens to have a say in who represents them in parliament.
Which flags does the government officially recognize in Australia?
Australian National Flag.
Australian Aboriginal Flag.
All of the above.
Australia officially recognizes the National Flag, the Aboriginal Flag, and the Torres Strait Islander Flag.
What name do we give to the first 11 convict ships that arrived from Great Britain?
8 Fleets.
First 11 Ships.
First Fleet.
The "First Fleet" arrived on 26 January 1788, marking the start of European settlement.
Which legal document sets out the basic rules for the government of Australia?
The Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act.
The Commonwealth of British - Australian Constitution Act.
The Commonwealth of British Constitution Act.
The Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act 1900 establishes the rules for how Australia is governed.
How do many Australians describe their religious identity?
Muslims.
Christians.
Buddhists.
Australia has a Judaeo-Christian heritage, and many Australians identify as Christians.
Which government agencies can an Australian citizen apply to work for?
Centrelink.
Medicare.
All of the above.
Australian citizens can join the Public Service to work for agencies like Medicare or the Tax Office.
Do migration and refugee policies attract people from all over the world to Australia?
TRUE.
FALSE.
Only for skilled migrants.
Migration programs bring people to Australia to join family, find safety, or start a new life.
Which Christian holidays are recognized as public holidays in Australia?
Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Christmas Day.
Good Friday, Assumption Day and Christmas Day.
Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Assumption Day.
Australia observes Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Christmas Day as public holidays.
What does the Commonwealth Coat of Arms represent?
Peace.
National sports teams's uniforms.
National Unity of Australia.
The Commonwealth Coat of Arms serves as the official symbol of Australia’s national unity.
Who did the First Fleet primarily transport to Australia in 1788?
Free settlers.
Convicts.
Soldiers.
Captain Arthur Phillip led the First Fleet to set up a convict settlement for the British Government.
Who elects the members of the House of Representatives?
The King.
The Prime Minister.
The Australian people directly.
Australian citizens aged 18 or older vote directly for members of the House of Representatives.
Which of these services falls under the responsibility of local governments?
Railways.
Parks and sports grounds.
Air safety.
Local governments manage community facilities like parks, playgrounds, and swimming pools.
Which Australian state hosts many large-scale mining projects?
Queensland.
New South Wales.
Western Australia.
Western Australia is home to many large mining projects and a rich agricultural region.
Who chooses the representatives that form the Australian Parliament?
The Prime Minister.
The people of Australia.
The Governor-General.
The people of Australia elect representatives to parliament to make and change laws.
How many Senators serve in the Australian Senate in total?
72.
76.
82.
Voters elect a total of 76 Senators to represent the states and territories in the Senate.
When does a Bill officially become a law in Australia?
When the Senate signs it.
When the Governor-General signs it.
When the King signs it.
A Bill becomes law when the Governor-General signs it; this process is called "Royal Assent."
What does "equality of opportunity" mean in Australian society?
Australians believe in a fair society.
Australians believe in class distinctions.
Australians believe in a class-based fair society.
Australians reject class distinctions and believe everyone deserves a "fair go" in a fair society.
What services do local governments provide to the community?
Camping grounds and caravan parks.
Railways.
Air safety and airports.
Local governments take responsibility for local amenities, including camping grounds and caravan parks.
What do the black lines on the Torres Strait Islander Flag represent?
The land.
The sea.
The Torres Strait Islander people.
The black lines on the flag symbolize the Torres Strait Islander people themselves.
What do we call an individual elected to the House of Representatives?
Member of Parliament.
Member of State.
Member of Upper Home.
We call the person elected to represent a federal electorate a Member of Parliament (MP).