Test 5 of 22
Free Citizenship Practice Test 5
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 of these services is the Australian Government responsible for?
Bridges.
Taxation.
Schools.
The Federal (Australian) Government manages national taxation.
From where did the early free settlers in Australia originate?
Great Britain and Ireland.
Great Britain and France.
France and Ireland.
Most early free settlers traveled to Australia from Great Britain and Ireland.
Which statement about early 20th-century migration is FALSE?
The population doubled.
Migration levels changed often.
Programs encouraged British migrants.
While migration levels changed and the government encouraged British settlers, the population did not double during this specific period.
On which date does Australia observe Anzac Day each year?
15th April.
5th April.
25th April.
Australians observe Anzac Day on 25 April to remember those who served in wars.
What do the green stripes on the Torres Strait Islander Flag represent?
The land.
The people.
The sea.
The two green stripes on the flag symbolize the land of the islands.
What is the definition of "Royal Assent"?
The King signs a Bill.
The Prime Minister signs a Bill.
The Governor-General signs a Bill.
A Bill becomes a law when the Governor-General signs it; we call this Royal Assent.
Which of these areas does the Australian Government manage?
Bridges.
National economic management.
Local roads.
The Australian Government takes responsibility for managing the national economy.
What is the minimum age to work for a government agency like Medicare?
18 years.
21 years.
25 years.
Australian citizens can apply for public service jobs once they reach 18 years of age.
In which year did the gold rush begin in Victoria and New South Wales?
1981.
1851.
1751.
The discovery of gold in 1851 brought people from all over the world to Australia.
Must you obey the laws of another country when you travel there?
TRUE.
FALSE.
Only if you are a citizen.
You must follow the local laws of any country you visit.
Which service falls under the responsibility of local governments?
Defence.
Forestry.
Rubbish collection.
Local governments manage community services like rubbish collection and local parks.
Where did workers first discover gold in Australia in 1851?
NSW and South Australia.
NSW and Queensland.
NSW and Victoria.
Workers first discovered gold in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria in 1851.
Which of these statements about Torres Strait Islanders is true?
They are the same as Aboriginal people.
They have a distinct cultural identity.
They live south of Queensland.
Torres Strait Islanders maintain a cultural identity that is distinct from Aboriginal Australians.
Who is the official Head of State for Australia?
The British Prime Minister.
The King of Australia.
The Governor-General.
The King of Australia (His Majesty King Charles III) is the official Head of State.
What is another common name for the Australian Senate?
The House of Representatives.
The Upper House.
The Lower House.
People often call the Senate the "Upper House" or the "House of Review."
What does the yellow circle on the Australian Aboriginal Flag represent?
The golden wattle.
The daffodils.
The sun.
The yellow circle in the centre of the Aboriginal Flag represents the sun.
What do we call a system where citizens choose representatives to make laws?
Dictatorship.
Democracy.
Autocracy.
In a democracy, citizens freely choose the representatives who govern the country.
What is the name of the British flag that appears on the Australian National Flag?
The Commonwealth Star.
The Union Jack.
The Southern Cross.
The Union Jack sits in the top left corner to represent Australia's British history.
Can you ask for help from an Australian high commission while overseas?
No, you cannot.
officials will not help you.
Yes, you can ask for help.
Australian embassies and high commissions help citizens who are in need while overseas.
Which state is the largest in Australia by land area?
Western Australia.
Queensland.
South Australia.
Western Australia is the largest state; it contains both large deserts and rich farm lands.