Australian Citizenship Test full exam 8
The real conditions: 20 questions, 45 minutes on the clock, no explanations until you finish. 15 correct to pass. Includes all 5 values questions. Every one must be correct.
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All 20 questions and answers
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1.What happens if you try to bribe a police officer in Australia?
- AIt is allowed in some states
- BIt is a serious crime
- CIt carries only a small fine
- DIt is a minor infringement
In Australia it is a serious crime to bribe the police. (The police)
2.What are Australians obliged not to undermine?
- AAustralia’s interests and security
- BThe reputation of the governing party
- CThe decisions of the courts
- DThe traditions of other countries
Australian society is based on shared obligations not to undermine Australia's interests and security. (Helping to keep our society safe and loyalty to Australia)
3.Who are Australia’s first inhabitants?
- AThe Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- BTraders from Papua New Guinea
- CThe first free settlers from Ireland
- DThe convicts of the First Fleet
Australia's first inhabitants are the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)
4.What is the official symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia?
- AThe Commonwealth Coat of Arms
- BThe Southern Cross
- CThe golden wattle
- DThe Australian National Flag
The Commonwealth Coat of Arms is the official symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia. (Australia’s symbols)
5.What does the shield in the centre of the Coat of Arms represent?
- AThe six states and federation
- BThe three levels of government
- CThe two mainland territories
- DThe seven points of the Commonwealth Star
The shield in the centre of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms represents the six states and federation. (Australia’s symbols)
6.The Barossa Valley and Flinders Ranges are icons of which state?
- ASouth Australia
- BWestern Australia
- CTasmania
- DVictoria
South Australia's icons include the Barossa Valley and the Flinders Ranges. (The states)
7.What do you need to re-enter Australia as an Australian citizen?
- AA consular exit permit
- BPermission from the Governor-General
- CNothing — you are free to return without a visa
- DA returning-resident visa
If you travel overseas as an Australian citizen you are free to return to Australia without the need for a visa. (Privileges of Australian citizenship)
8.What does it mean that Australia is a constitutional monarchy?
- AParliament is appointed by the King rather than elected
- BThe Constitution may be altered by the King at will
- CThe King is Head of State but must act in accordance with the Constitution
- DThe King rules Australia directly from the United Kingdom
Australia is a constitutional monarchy, which means the King is Head of State but has to act in accordance with the Constitution. (The Head of State and constitutional monarchy)
9.What choices do both men and women have the right to make in Australia?
- AChoices about which Australian laws apply to them
- BChoices about whether to serve on a jury when called
- CIndependent choices about personal matters such as marriage and religion
- DChoices about whether to pay tax on their earnings
Both men and women have the right to make their own independent choices about personal matters such as marriage and religion. (Equality of all people under the law)
10.What are the other names for the Senate?
- AThe Lower House, or the People’s House
- BThe Cabinet, or the Executive of the government
- CThe House of Commons, or the House of Lords
- DThe Upper House, the House of Review or the States’ House
The Senate is sometimes called the Upper House, the House of Review or the States' House. (The Senate)
11.Which of these is a role of the Governor-General?
- AActing as Commander-in-Chief of the Australian Defence Force
- BInterpreting the Australian Constitution
- CLeading the governing party in parliament
- DSetting income tax rates
The Governor-General acts as Commander-in-Chief of the Australian Defence Force. (The role of the Governor-General)
12.What is said about the cultures and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples?
- AThey are the newest in the region
- BThey are the oldest continuous cultures and traditions in the world
- CThey began with the arrival of the First Fleet
- DThey were established after federation
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have the oldest continuous cultures and traditions in the world. (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)
13.Which of these is unacceptable in Australia?
- AFollowing any religion you choose
- BSupporting a minority political party
- CMaking racially abusive comments at a sporting event
- DDisagreeing with a government policy
Making racially abusive comments in a public place or at a sporting event is not acceptable in Australia. (Mutual respect and tolerance for others)
14.What do Australians reject as a way to change a person’s mind or the law?
- APeaceful protest
- BViolence
- CPublic debate
- DVoting
Australians reject violence as a way to change a person's mind or the law. (Living peacefully and respect for all)
15.Under a ‘fair go’, what should determine what someone achieves in life?
- ATheir length of residence
- BTheir talents, work and effort
- CTheir wealth and background
- DTheir religion
A 'fair go' means what someone achieves in life should be the result of their talents, work and effort rather than their wealth or background. (Equality of opportunity and a fair go)
16.How many senators do the Australian Capital Territory and Northern Territory each elect?
- ANone
- BTwelve
- CTwo
- DSix
The Australian Capital Territory and the Northern Territory elect two senators each. (The Senate)
17.What does compulsory voting show about Australian values?
- AThe importance of participating in elections
- BThat elections are rarely held
- CThat only citizens may hold opinions
- DThat citizens distrust politicians
Voting is compulsory in Australia, which shows the importance of participating in elections. (Parliamentary democracy as a value)
18.What right does every person have in an Australian court?
- AThe right to be represented by a lawyer
- BThe right to a retrial on request
- CThe right to choose the judge
- DThe right to refuse to attend
Every person has the right to be represented by a lawyer in court. (The courts, judges and juries)
19.Who leads a local government in Australia?
- AA Councillor elected to serve on the local council
- BThe Mayor or Shire President
- CThe Premier, who leads the government of a state
- DThe Chief Minister, who leads a territory government
A Mayor or Shire President is the leader of a local government. (Australia’s leaders)
20.Who determines Australia’s laws?
- AThe High Court of Australia, sitting in Canberra
- BThe Cabinet alone, without reference to Parliament
- CThe King of Australia, advised by the Governor-General
- DParliaments elected by the people
Australia's laws are determined by parliaments elected by the people. (Parliamentary democracy as a value)