Australian Citizenship Test practice test 17
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1.Which of these is a way of actively participating in Australian society?
- AVolunteering to do social and community work
- BDeclining to vote at federal and state elections
- CRefusing to serve on a jury when called to do so
- DAvoiding paying tax on money earned from a business
Paying tax is an important way to contribute to the Australian community and is required by law. (Participating in Australian society and paying tax)
2.What should you do if you suspect someone is planning a serious crime?
- AReport it to Australian government authorities as soon as possible
- BWarn the person concerned not to go ahead with it
- CDiscuss what you suspect with your neighbours first
- DWait until the crime has actually been committed
People in Australia who suspect a friend or neighbour may be planning a serious crime should report it to Australian government authorities as soon as possible. (Helping to keep our society safe and loyalty to Australia)
3.Who is allowed to know whom you voted for?
- AThe police, on request
- BThe Australian Electoral Commission
- CYour local member of parliament
- DNo one, unless you choose to tell them
No one is allowed to know whom you have voted for unless you choose to tell them. (Voting and the Australian Electoral Commission)
4.What are the colours of the Australian National Flag?
- AGreen and gold
- BGreen, blue, black and white
- CBlack, red and yellow
- DBlue, white and red
The Australian National Flag is blue, white and red. (The Australian National Flag)
5.What is a proposal for a new law called?
- AA referendum
- BAn Act
- CA Bill
- DA portfolio
A proposal to introduce a new law or change an existing one is called a Bill. (How laws are made)
6.What was true of the separate colonies’ defence systems?
- AThey were jointly commanded
- BThey were the strongest in the region
- CThey were funded by Britain alone
- DThey were weak
The separate colonies had weak systems of defence. (Federation)
7.What is a limit on freedom of speech in Australia?
- APeaceful protest requires a permit from the police
- BCriticising the government is not permitted at all
- CIt is never acceptable to promote violence against another person or group
- DNewspapers may not comment on elections or parties
It is never acceptable to promote violence against another person or group of people. (Freedom of speech and freedom of association as values)
8.What does Australian law say about the rights of men and women?
- AEqual rights apply only to citizens
- BMen and women have equal rights in Australia
- CMen have priority in employment disputes
- DRights differ between states and territories
Men and women have equal rights in Australia. (Equality of all people under the law)
9.How independent are the police in Australia?
- AThey are directed by each state Premier
- BThey are independent of the government
- CThey report to the Prime Minister
- DThey are controlled by the courts
The police are independent of the government. (The police)
10.What is Australia’s national language?
- AEnglish and French
- BThere is no national language
- CEnglish and an Aboriginal language
- DEnglish
Australia's national language is English. (Language and diversity)
11.Who recommends who should become ministers?
- AThe Senate
- BThe Leader of the Opposition
- CThe Governor-General
- DThe Prime Minister
The leader of the party or coalition with a majority in the House of Representatives becomes the Prime Minister. (Political parties and forming government)
12.Who can seek election to an Australian parliament?
- AOnly citizens who were born in Australia itself
- BCitizens aged 18 or over who are not dual citizens
- COnly Australian citizens aged 21 years or over
- DAny resident of Australia aged 18 years or over
Australian citizens aged 18 years or over who are not dual citizens can seek election to parliament. (Privileges of Australian citizenship)
13.How many states and mainland territories does Australia have?
- ASix states and six territories
- BFive states and three mainland territories
- CSix states and two mainland territories
- DEight states and no territories
Australia is a federation of six states and two mainland territories. (States, territories and capital cities)
14.What do Australian citizens pledge in the citizenship pledge?
- ATo renounce all other citizenships
- BTo serve in the Defence Force
- CTo vote for the governing party
- DTheir loyalty to Australia and its people
In the citizenship pledge Australian citizens pledge their loyalty to Australia and its people. (Helping to keep our society safe and loyalty to Australia)
15.Which two native animals support the shield on the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?
- AA dingo and a crocodile
- BA koala and a wombat
- CA kangaroo and an emu
- DA kookaburra and a platypus
A kangaroo and an emu support the shield of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms on each side. (Australia’s symbols)
16.What does Anzac Day remember?
- AThe arrival of the First Fleet from Great Britain in 1788
- BThe uniting of the separate colonies into a federation
- CThe end of the transportation of convicts to the colonies
- DThe sacrifice of all Australians who served and died in wars and conflicts
Anzac Day is a solemn day when Australians remember the sacrifice of all Australians who served and died in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations. (Anzac Day)
17.What is executive power?
- AThe power to make laws
- BThe power to change the Constitution
- CThe power to put the laws into practice
- DThe power to interpret and apply the law
Executive power is the power to put the laws into practice. (How the power of government is controlled)
18.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)
19.What is the difference between the states and the territories?
- AStates are governed directly by the Commonwealth
- BStates have rights recognised by the Constitution while territories do not
- CTerritories elect more senators than the states do
- DTerritories hold more power to pass laws than states
States have rights recognised by the Constitution while territories do not. (State, territory and local government)
20.What do Australians believe in above all when people disagree?
- AThe right to refuse to discuss the matter
- BThe right to be safe and free from violence and intimidation
- CThe right to be proved correct
- DThe right to appeal to the Governor-General
Australians believe in peaceful disagreement and in the right to be safe and free from violence and intimidation. (Mutual respect and tolerance for others)