Test 16 of 22
Free Citizenship Practice Test 16
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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What body of water separates Tasmania from the Australian mainland?
Tasmania Strait.
Victoria Strait.
Bass Strait.
Bass Strait separates the island state of Tasmania from the mainland of Australia.
What does the "rule of law" mean in Australia?
The Prime Minister is above the law.
No person or group is above the law.
Laws apply only to some people.
The rule of law means all people are equal under the law, and everyone must obey it, including leaders.
At what age can an Australian citizen apply for a career in the Navy?
18 years.
25 years.
22 years.
Australian citizens aged 18 or over have the right to apply for a job in the Australian Defence Force.
What does the black colour represent on the Australian Aboriginal Flag?
Aboriginal people.
Torres Strait Islanders.
The land and earth.
The top half of the Aboriginal Flag is black and represents the Aboriginal people of Australia.
What does the shield in the centre of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms represent?
Six British colonies.
The Australian Army.
The six states and federation.
The shield in the centre of the Coat of Arms represents the six Australian states and their federation.
What is another name for the House of Representatives?
The Upper House.
The People's House.
The Senate.
People often refer to the House of Representatives as the "Lower House" or the "People's House."
Does every Australian state and mainland territory have its own capital city?
TRUE.
FALSE.
Canberra is the national capital, and every state and mainland territory also has its own capital city.
In which part of the Northern Territory can you find red desert soil?
East.
North.
South.
The Northern Territory features a tropical climate in the north and red desert soil in the south.
Who is responsible for maintaining peace and order in the community?
The Police.
The Judge.
The Jury.
The police protect life and property and are independent of the government to ensure order.
What do we call the freedom to express views through art, music, and film?
Freedom of Life.
Freedom of Expression.
Freedom of Speech.
Freedom of expression allows people to share their views through creative works like art, film, and literature.
Who are the "Indigenous people" of Australia?
Only people from Tasmania.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
Only people from Queensland.
The term Indigenous people refers to the first inhabitants: the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
How do Australians believe people should achieve success in life?
Through wealth and class.
Through family background.
Through hard work and talent.
Australians believe in a "fair go," meaning success should come from a person's hard work and talents.
Are kangaroos and emus both native to Australia?
TRUE.
FALSE.
The kangaroo (animal) and the emu (bird) are both native to Australia and appear on the Coat of Arms.
How did the British colonies unite to form the Australian nation?
Through war and blood.
Through British orders only.
Through negotiation and voting.
Australia became a nation peacefully through negotiation and a vote (referendum), not through war.
Where is the Union Jack located on the Australian National Flag?
In the centre.
In the top right corner.
In the top left corner.
The Union Jack sits in the top left corner of the flag and represents Australia's history of British settlement.
What do we call the party with the second largest number of members in the House of Representatives?
Ruling Party.
Opposition.
The Second House.
The party or coalition with the second largest number of members forms the Opposition.
Why is it important to communicate in English while living in Australia?
It is the national language.
It helps access jobs.
All of the above.
Using English allows people to participate fully in society, access education, and find employment.
Which city is the capital of Queensland?
Brisbane.
Canberra.
Sydney.
Brisbane is the capital city of Queensland, Australia's second-largest state.
Which statement correctly describes "freedom of association" in Australia?
Political parties are banned.
Social groups are restricted.
Australians can join any legal group.
Australians are free to join or choose not to join any legal organization, such as a political party or trade union.
Why did people from all over the world travel to Australia in 1851?
To build farms.
To seek their fortune in gold.
To study culture.
The discovery of gold in 1851 encouraged people globally to travel to New South Wales and Victoria to seek wealth.