Test 21 of 22
Free Citizenship Practice Test 21
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 decides if a person has broken the law and determines the penalty?
The Governor-General.
The Prime Minister.
The Court.
Independent courts and judges decide if someone broke the law and set the appropriate penalty.
Which organization helps different levels of government work together?
Council of Territory Government.
Council of State Government.
Council of Australian Government.
The Council of Australian Government (COAG) encourages cooperation between federal, state, and local levels.
In Australia, who has the right to vote and run for Parliament?
Both men and women.
Only men.
Only women.
In Australia, men and women have equal rights to vote and seek election to parliament.
Which city is the capital of Australia?
Melbourne.
Sydney.
Canberra.
Canberra is the capital city of Australia and the site of Parliament House.
Does every Australian state and mainland territory have its own capital city?
Only one territory has one.
Only a few states have one.
Every state and territory has one.
Canberra is the national capital, and every state and mainland territory also has its own capital city.
Into how many "arms" of government does the Australian Constitution divide power?
3.
4.
5.
The Constitution divides power into three arms: the Legislative, the Executive, and the Judicial.
Why is everyone in Australia encouraged to learn and use English?
To participate in society.
To replace other languages.
It is not encouraged.
While Australia values many languages, learning English helps people participate fully in Australian society.
What does the red colour represent on the Australian Aboriginal Flag?
The people.
The ocean.
The earth and spiritual link to land.
Red represents the earth and the spiritual relationship that Aboriginal people have with the land.
Which of these is a responsibility of the Australian Government?
Cleaning local drains.
Social Security (pensions).
Building footpaths.
The Australian Government manages social security, including pensions and family support.
How did the British colonies unite to form the Australian nation in 1901?
Through a royal decree only.
Through negotiation and a vote.
Through war.
Australia became a nation peacefully through negotiation and a referendum (a public vote).
For approximately how long have Aboriginal people lived in Australia?
40,000 – 60,000 years.
20,000 – 50,000 years.
10,000 – 30,000 years.
Aboriginal people have inhabited the Australian continent for at least 40,000 to 60,000 years.
Which two support the shield on the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?
Koala and Kangaroo.
Kangaroo and Emu.
Emu and Koala.
A kangaroo and an emu, both native to Australia, support the shield on the official Coat of Arms.
Whom does the Governor represent in each Australian state?
The Prime Minister.
The King.
The Governor-General.
In each state, a Governor represents the King, performing a role similar to the Governor-General.
Are Australians free to follow any religion or belief system?
TRUE.
FALSE.
Only if they are citizens.
Australians are free to follow any religion as long as its practices do not break Australian laws.
What is the name of the Australian national anthem?
Advance Australia Young.
Advance Australia Fair.
Advance Australia Land.
"Advance Australia Fair" is the national anthem, sung at events of national importance and ceremonies.
How do Australian citizens exercise their power in governing the country?
By protesting only.
By ignoring the law.
By voting for representatives.
Power comes from the people because citizens regularly vote for representatives to sit in parliament.
Which area of responsibility belongs to the Australian (Federal) Government?
Drains.
Defence.
Footpaths.
The Australian Government manages national matters, including the defence of the country.
What is the name of Australia's national police force?
Australian Federal Police.
Australian Territory Police.
Australian State Police.
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) investigates crimes against federal (national) laws.
Which culture is recognized as the oldest continuing culture in the world?
British Culture.
Roman Culture.
Australia's Indigenous Cultures.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures are the oldest continuing cultures in the world.
What are the primary duties of the House of Representatives?
Discuss national issues.
Debate and vote on laws.
Both A and B.
Members of the House of Representatives discuss national issues and vote on proposals for new laws.