Australian Citizenship Practice Test 2

Australians are into fairness, believing everyone deserves an equal shot, a "fair go." Regardless of where you come from or how much money you have -- what you do with your life should come down to your efforts and what you're good at. In Australia, the idea is that nobody is above anyone else - there aren't supposed to be any class divisions. These values are central to our Australian Values citizenship test.

When you look at Aussie symbols, the Australian Aboriginal Flag is of significant consequence. Its top half is all black to point out to the Aboriginal people, the original Australians. If you have something to say or show, like through art, songs, movies, or books, freedom of expression will help you. You can put your wisdom and feelings in the area. These cultural aspects are covered in our Australia People citizenship test.

In Australia, following the rules is major; the 'rule of law' means everyone - from leaders in government, community, and business to cops and regular civilians - has to stick to the same laws. Jobs in the Australian Defence Force, such as army, navy, or air force jobs, are open for all Aussies to try for. If you're thinking about serving, do it. These legal and civic aspects are explored in our Government and Law citizenship test.

Now, turning over to Australia itself, know that Queensland is large and packed with wonderful spots, from the Torres Strait Islands in the north to the world-famous Great Barrier Reef along the east coast. If you're curious about Australia's tiniest state, that's Tasmania, a location famous for its wild, natural landscapes. You can learn more about Australia's geography in our citizenship test.

On the politics side, the crew with the second-largest group in the House of Representatives ends up as the Opposition; they keep an eye on the government's moves. But it wasn't only political moves shaping Australia. In 1851, gold popped up in New South Wales and Victoria, and suddenly everyone wanted a piece, hoping to become wealthy. These historical events are covered in our Australian citizenship test.

Did you know Australia's first people were the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people? Their cultures are extremely old, topping the charts as the longest ongoing ones globally. Communication-wise, being good with English in Australia opens a significant number of doors, whether you're looking to work or just take the most advantage of living there. You can explore these aspects in our citizenship practice test.

Digging into the geography, the Northern Territory welcomes you with tropics in the north and red desert dirt in the south. And, the Union Jack, staying in the top left corner of another flag, reminds us Brits settled this location many years ago. Tacking onto the symbols: the shield in another flag has something to do with the six states and federation -- and, to tell you something important, Canberra wears the crown as Australia's capital city. These symbols and geographical facts are tested in our Democratic Beliefs and Rights test.

Yet, every state or piece of the mainland has got its own spotlight city, too. You should feel a bit of pride knowing kangaroos and emus are authentic Aussie animals and birds, only found there. Wondering about what Australians think comes out tops in importance? That's the value men and women are seen as equals, no tricks; the undertaking strived in making sure this respect and fairness come through in how people are treated. These values are central to our understanding of Australian society.

And, there can possibly be gratification in your knowing that Australians cherish a peaceful past, where changes came through calm forums and votes rather than uprisings. Lastly, cops are the brave folks ensuring peace holds up in town, independent from the people leading. To test your overall knowledge, try our mock Australian citizenship test.

For more comprehensive information on all these aspects of Australian citizenship, visit our citizenship home or explore our blog for in-depth articles on various topics related to Australian citizenship and culture.