Test 14 of 22
Free Citizenship Practice Test 14
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 city is the capital of South Australia?
Adelaide.
Canberra.
Sydney.
Adelaide is the capital city of South Australia and is famous for its colonial architecture.
Which native bird appears on the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?
Lyrebird.
Emu.
Kookaburra.
An emu and a kangaroo support the shield on the official Commonwealth Coat of Arms.
Why did the British Government send convicts to New South Wales in 1788?
British jails were full.
British laws were very harsh.
Both A and B.
Harsh laws and overcrowded jails led the British to establish a convict settlement in Australia.
Which of these statements does NOT represent Australian beliefs?
We believe in peace and freedom.
We believe in respect and equality.
We believe in violence and domination.
Australians reject violence and domination; they value peace, respect, and freedom.
Which colours appear on the Australian National Flag?
Blue, white, and red.
Blue, white, and black.
Yellow, red, and blue.
The Australian National Flag uses a combination of blue, white, and red colours.
Which service does the Australian (Federal) Government manage?
Employment.
Traffic controls.
Local roads.
The Australian Government takes responsibility for national matters, including employment services.
From which countries did the first European settlers in Australia originate?
Great Britain and Ireland.
Spain.
France.
The early settlers came from Great Britain and Ireland, influencing Australia's institutions.
Which state built many fine buildings using wealth from the 1850s gold rush?
Victoria.
New South Wales.
Queensland.
The gold rush in the 1850s provided the wealth to build many grand buildings in Victoria.
Which city serves as the capital of the Australian Capital Territory?
Perth.
Canberra.
Hobart.
Canberra is the capital city of Australia and is located within the Australian Capital Territory.
What was the approximate population of Australia (excluding Indigenous people) in 1901?
1 million.
2 million.
4 million.
When the colonies united in 1901, the counted population was approximately four million people.
When can the Governor-General use their "Reserve Powers"?
In all circumstances.
Only in specific circumstances.
Never.
The Governor-General holds special "reserve powers" for use only in very specific situations.
At what age can an Australian citizen run for election to parliament?
20 years.
18 years.
21 years.
Citizens aged 18 or over have the right to seek election to federal, state, or territory parliaments.
Which of these services is a responsibility of local governments?
Food and meat inspection.
High schools.
Main highways.
Local governments handle community health matters, such as food and meat inspections.
On what date did the First Fleet land in Australia?
26-Jan-88.
26 January 1688.
26 January 1788.
The First Fleet of 11 ships arrived from Great Britain on 26 January 1788.
Who advises the King to appoint the Governor-General of Australia?
The state Premier.
The UK Prime Minister.
The Australian Prime Minister.
The King appoints the Governor-General based on the advice of the Australian Prime Minister.
Why should Australians respect the freedom of speech of other people?
To follow the law and values.
Only if they agree with them.
To avoid fines only.
Australian values require us to respect the right of others to express their views and ideas.
What do the black lines on the Torres Strait Islander Flag represent?
The Land.
The Peace.
The Torres Strait Islander people.
On the flag, the green represents land, blue represents sea, and black lines represent the people.
Where do most people in the Northern Territory live?
In Darwin.
Along the highway to Alice Springs.
Both A and B.
Most residents live in the capital, Darwin, or along the highway connecting it to Alice Springs.
What does the Southern Cross represent on the Australian National Flag?
All Commonwealth countries.
The six states.
A group of southern sky stars.
The Southern Cross is a constellation of stars visible in the southern hemisphere sky.
Which statement correctly describes the political role of the Governor-General?
They depend on the Labor Party.
They act independently of all parties.
They depend on the Liberal Party.
The Governor-General represents the King and must remain independent of all political parties.