Test 20 of 22
Free Citizenship Practice Test 20
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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Who must obey the laws in Australia?
Only the public.
Everyone, including people in power.
Everyone except religious leaders.
The "rule of law" means no person is above the law, including leaders and businesspeople.
Where does a Bill go if the majority of both Houses of Parliament agree to it?
To the King directly.
To the Governor-General.
Back to the voters.
A Bill becomes law after the Governor-General signs it on behalf of the King.
What is another official name for the Australian Government?
Territory Government.
General Government.
Commonwealth Government.
People often refer to the Australian Government as the Federal or Commonwealth Government.
Whose job is it to protect life and property and maintain order?
The Jury.
The Police.
The Judge.
The police are independent of the government and work to protect life, property, and peace.
Which facilities do local governments manage for the community?
National military bases.
Libraries and community centres.
Federal airports.
Local governments provide community services like libraries, halls, and local centres.
Which symbol identifies the authority and property of the Australian Government?
Commonwealth Coat of Arms.
The national anthem.
The national flower.
The Commonwealth Coat of Arms is the official symbol representing national unity and authority.
For which of these permissions must you apply to a local government?
Citizenship certificate.
Building permits.
Passport.
Local governments (and the ACT Government) handle community matters like building permits.
Which statement about local government elections is correct?
Voting is mandatory in all states.
Voting is never mandatory.
Voting is not mandatory in some states.
While federal and state voting is compulsory, some states do not require citizens to vote in local elections.
Who chooses Members of Parliament (MPs) or Senators to become ministers?
The Prime Minister.
The King.
The Governor-General.
The Prime Minister selects MPs and Senators to lead important government departments.
On what date does Australia celebrate Australia Day?
26-Jan.
24-Jan.
28-Jan.
Australians celebrate Australia Day as a public holiday on 26 January every year.
Which of these services is a responsibility of local governments?
Public hospitals.
National railways.
Local roads and bridges.
Local governments manage local infrastructure like roads, footpaths, and bridges.
What does the red colour represent on the Australian Aboriginal Flag?
The green land.
The sun.
The earth and spiritual link to land.
Red represents the earth and the spiritual connection that Aboriginal people have with the land.
What do Australians remember and honour on Anzac Day?
The discovery of gold.
The arrival of free settlers.
The sacrifice of those who died in wars.
Anzac Day is a solemn day to remember Australians who served and died in all wars and conflicts.
What system of government involves all Australians in how the country is governed?
Parliamentary Democracy.
Absolute Monarchy.
Dictatorship.
In a parliamentary democracy, citizens choose representatives to govern on their behalf.
What is true about the languages valued in Australian society?
Over 100 Indigenous languages are valued.
Only Chinese is valued.
Only French and German are spoken.
While English is the national language, Australia values over 100 distinct Indigenous languages.
Which statement is true regarding traffic laws in Australia?
Breaking laws can lead to prison.
Breaking laws can lead to large fines.
Both A and B.
State and territory governments enforce traffic rules; breaking them can result in heavy fines or imprisonment.
Who holds the highest authority within an Australian court?
The Prime Minister.
The judge or magistrate.
The Jury.
The judge or magistrate is the highest authority and makes independent legal decisions.
Where did Torres Strait Islander people originally live?
West of Queensland.
East of Queensland.
North of Queensland.
Torres Strait Islanders are native to the islands located to the north of Queensland.
Which town is located near the geographical centre of Australia?
Duntroon.
Palmerston.
Alice Springs.
Alice Springs is the main town situated near the centre of Australia in the Northern Territory.
On which country's system did Australia base its parliamentary democracy?
Great Britain.
United States.
Japan.
Australia's parliamentary system is based on the British system developed over many centuries.