Australian Citizenship Test practice test 15
20 questions, no clock, with the answer explained as you go. Use the timed exams when you want to know if you are ready. Includes all 5 Australian Values questions. Every one must be correct.
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1.Which level of government controls road and traffic rules?
- AThe Australian Federal Police
- BState and territory governments
- CLocal governments
- DThe Australian Government
Road and traffic rules are controlled by state and territory governments. (Criminal and traffic offences)
2.From what age is voting a responsibility for Australian citizens?
- A25 years or over
- B16 years or over
- C21 years or over
- D18 years or over
Voting is a responsibility for Australian citizens aged 18 years or over. (Responsibilities of Australian citizenship)
3.Along which state’s eastern coast does the Great Barrier Reef run?
- AWestern Australia
- BQueensland
- CNew South Wales
- Dthe Northern Territory
The world-famous Great Barrier Reef runs along Queensland's eastern coast. (The states)
4.Which national institutions are located in Canberra?
- AThe Australian Electoral Commission and the ATO
- BThe Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge
- CParliament House and the High Court of Australia
- DThe Australian Federal Police and the Reserve Bank
Parliament House and the High Court of Australia are located in Canberra. (The territories)
5.What are your legal obligations while you are travelling overseas?
- AOnly the laws of your birth country apply
- BOnly Australian laws apply to you
- COnly international treaties apply
- DYou must obey the laws of the country you are in
When in another country you must obey the laws of that country. (Privileges of Australian citizenship)
6.What does Australian law say about domestic and family violence?
- AIt is against the law and is not accepted
- BIt applies only to married couples
- CIt is a private family matter
- DIt is only a crime if a weapon is used
If you break an Australian law that you did not know about you could still be charged, as not knowing the law is no excuse. (Criminal and traffic offences)
7.What legal status do religious laws have in Australia?
- AThey override state laws
- BThey apply to members of that religion
- CThey have no legal status
- DThey apply in family matters only
Religious laws have no legal status in Australia. (Freedom of religion as a value)
8.Which of these is a responsibility of Australian citizenship?
- AServe in the Australian Defence Force
- BFly the national flag on Australia Day
- CJoin a political party
- DServe on a jury if called to do so
As an Australian citizen you must serve on a jury if called to do so. (Responsibilities of Australian citizenship)
9.Why should migrants learn and use English?
- ABecause it is required to hold a driver’s licence
- BBecause English is the only language spoken in Australia
- CBecause other languages are banned
- DTo help them participate in Australian society
Migrants should learn and use English to help them participate in Australian society. (Language and diversity)
10.What do Australian anti-discrimination laws cover?
- AGender, race, disability and age
- BOnly employment disputes
- COnly gender
- DOnly race and religion
Australian laws ensure a person is not treated differently because of their gender, race, disability or age. (Equality of opportunity and a fair go)
11.What is the capital city of South Australia?
- AHobart
- BPerth
- CMelbourne
- DAdelaide
Adelaide is the capital city of South Australia. (States, territories and capital cities)
12.What freedom do newspapers, television and radio have in Australia?
- ANo freedom to comment on the actions of government
- BGreater freedom than individuals to say what they think
- CFreedom to comment only during an election campaign
- DThe same freedom to say and write what they think
Newspapers, television and radio outlets have the same freedom of speech as individuals. (Freedom of speech and freedom of association as values)
13.How does Australian society regard the English language?
- AAs a requirement for employment and nothing more
- BAs useful to know but not especially important
- CAs the national language and an important unifying element
- DAs one of several official languages of Australia
English is an important unifying element of Australian society. (English as the national language)
14.What is Australia’s national anthem?
- AWaltzing Matilda
- BGod Save the King
- CI Am Australian
- DAdvance Australia Fair
Australia's national anthem is 'Advance Australia Fair'. (Australia’s national anthem)
15.Into which three powers does the Constitution divide the power of government?
- ALegislative, executive and judicial
- BCommons, Senate and Cabinet
- CFederal, state and local
- DParliament, monarch and people
The Australian Constitution divides the power of government between legislative, executive and judicial powers. (How the power of government is controlled)
16.What is the capital city of the Northern Territory?
- AKatherine
- BDarwin
- CAlice Springs
- DBrisbane
Darwin is the capital city of the Northern Territory. (States, territories and capital cities)
17.Can an Australian citizen hold the citizenship of another country?
- ANo, dual citizenship is prohibited
- BOnly for citizens born overseas
- CYes, if the laws of that country allow it
- DOnly with permission from the Governor-General
Australian citizens may hold the citizenship of another country if the laws of that country allow, known as dual or multiple citizenship. (Helping to keep our society safe and loyalty to Australia)
18.What should not limit people in Australian society?
- AAny kind of class distinction
- BTheir place of residence
- CTheir choice of profession
- DTheir level of education
Australians believe that everyone deserves a 'fair go' and should not be limited by any kind of class distinction. (Equality of opportunity and a fair go as a value)
19.How is the deep connection to land of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples expressed?
- AThrough formal land registers
- BThrough parliamentary petitions
- CTheir stories, art and dance
- DThrough written treaties
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have a deep connection with the land, expressed in their stories, art and dance. (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)
20.Which level of government is responsible for hospitals and health services?
- APrivate providers alone
- BLocal governments
- CThe Australian Government
- DState and territory governments
State and territory governments are primarily responsible for hospitals and health services. (What the three levels of government do)