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Australian Citizenship Test practice test 19

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. 1.Who is the highest authority in an Australian court?

    • AThe senior police officer
    • BThe foreman of the jury
    • CThe Attorney-General
    • DThe judge or magistrate

    The judge or magistrate is the highest authority in a court. (The courts, judges and juries)

  2. 2.Which public holidays does Australia have on Christian days?

    • AGood Friday, Easter Sunday and Christmas Day
    • BNew Year’s Day and Labour Day
    • CAnzac Day and Australia Day
    • DThe King’s Birthday and Boxing Day

    Australia has public holidays on Christian days such as Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Christmas Day. (Freedom of association and freedom of religion)

  3. 3.Which institutions were established in 1901 under the new Constitution?

    • AThe state parliaments and local councils
    • BThe Australian Electoral Commission and the Reserve Bank
    • CThe Australian Federal Police and the ATO
    • DThe national parliament, the government and the High Court

    The national parliament, government and High Court were established in 1901 under the new Australian Constitution. (The nation of Australia)

  4. 4.What is the Southern Cross?

    • AThe name of the Union Jack in Australia
    • BA group of stars that can be seen in the southern sky
    • CA constellation of seven points
    • DA group of islands in the Torres Strait

    The Southern Cross on the Australian National Flag is a group of stars that can be seen in the southern sky. (The Australian National Flag)

  5. 5.How are the states represented in the Senate?

    • AAll states are equally represented regardless of size or population
    • BIn proportion to the population of each state
    • COnly the four largest states send senators
    • DIn proportion to the land area of each state

    All states are equally represented in the Senate regardless of their size or population. (The Senate)

  6. 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. 7.How do Australians believe change should happen?

    • AThrough decisions handed down by religious leaders
    • BThrough discussion, peaceful persuasion and the democratic process
    • CThrough protest that damages property to force action
    • DThrough the courts alone, rather than through parliament

    Australians believe that change should occur through discussion, peaceful persuasion and the democratic process. (Living peacefully and respect for all)

  8. 8.What must babies and young children travel in?

    • AThe front passenger seat
    • BA parent’s arms
    • CAn approved car seat
    • DA standard adult seatbelt

    Babies and young children must be in an approved car seat. (Criminal and traffic offences)

  9. 9.When should you follow the law in Australia?

    • AOnly in public places
    • BOnly when it suits your circumstances
    • CAt all times, even if no one is watching
    • DOnly when police are present

    You should follow the law even if no one is watching. (Australian values and the Rule of Law)

  10. 10.What is the capital city of Western Australia?

    • AFremantle
    • BAdelaide
    • CPerth
    • DDarwin

    Perth is the capital city of Western Australia. (States, territories and capital cities)

  11. 11.What is the age of sexual consent in Australia?

    • A18 in every state and territory
    • B16 or 17, depending on the state or territory
    • C15 in every state and territory
    • DThere is no legal age of consent

    The age of sexual consent in Australia is 16 or 17 depending on which state or territory you reside in. (Mutual respect and tolerance for others)

  12. 12.Which level of government is responsible for police and ambulance services?

    • AThe Australian Government
    • BThe Australian Federal Police alone
    • CState and territory governments
    • DLocal governments

    State and territory governments are primarily responsible for hospitals and health services. (What the three levels of government do)

  13. 13.Which of these is an example of mateship in Australia?

    • AReporting a neighbour to the council
    • BCharging a friend for a lift
    • CTaking a meal to an elderly neighbour
    • DRefusing to help until asked

    Australians expect everyone living in Australia to participate in society and make a contribution to the community. (Compassion, mateship and making a contribution)

  14. 14.When does a Welcome to Country usually take place?

    • AOnly at Australian citizenship ceremonies
    • BOnly during Australia Day celebrations on 26 January
    • CAt the close of proceedings, once an event has ended
    • DAs the first item of proceedings to open an event

    A Welcome to Country is usually the first item of proceedings to open an event. (Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement of Country)

  15. 15.On what may a court base its decision?

    • AOnly the evidence before it
    • BThe recommendation of the police
    • CThe opinion of the government
    • DPublic opinion polls

    Courts can only base their decision on the evidence before them. (The courts, judges and juries)

  16. 16.What is a referendum?

    • AA vote to change the Australian Constitution
    • BA vote to elect the Prime Minister
    • CA vote to approve the federal budget
    • DA vote to choose a state Premier

    A referendum is a vote to change the Australian Constitution. (Responsibilities of Australian citizenship)

  17. 17.What should someone’s achievements in life be a result of?

    • ATheir political connections
    • BTheir place of birth
    • CTheir hard work and talents
    • DTheir wealth and background

    What someone achieves in life should be a result of their hard work and talents. (Equality of opportunity and a fair go as a value)

  18. 18.What does the Rule of Law mean for Australians?

    • AReligious rules take priority
    • BAll Australians are equal in relation to the law
    • CThe government is above the law
    • DOnly citizens are equal before the law

    Under the Rule of Law all Australians are equal in relation to the law and no person or group is above the law. (Australian values and the Rule of Law)

  19. 19.What do the black lines on the Torres Strait Islander Flag represent?

    • AThe reefs of the Torres Strait
    • BNight and day
    • CThe shipping routes to Papua New Guinea
    • DThe Torres Strait Islander people

    The black lines on the Torres Strait Islander Flag represent the Torres Strait Islander people. (The Australian Aboriginal Flag and the Torres Strait Islander Flag)

  20. 20.Where does the Commonwealth Star sit on the flag?

    • AIn the centre of the flag
    • BAlong the bottom edge
    • CUnder the Union Jack
    • DIn the top right corner

    The Commonwealth Star sits under the Union Jack on the Australian National Flag. (The Australian National Flag)

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