Australian Citizenship Test practice test 7
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.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)
2.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)
3.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 police and ambulance services. (What the three levels of government do)
4.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)
5.What is not acceptable in Australian society?
- AFollowing a minority religion
- BAttending religious services
- CChoosing not to follow a religion
- DReligious intolerance
Religious intolerance is not acceptable in Australian society. (Freedom of religion as a value)
6.How does the Australian government treat citizens of different religions?
- AIt requires registration of religion
- BIt favours the Christian majority
- CEqually, whatever their religion or beliefs
- DIt restricts minority religions
The government treats all citizens equally, whatever their religion or beliefs. (Freedom of religion as a value)
7.What does Australian law say about joining an organisation?
- ARegistered political parties may compel membership
- BIndividuals cannot be compelled to join one or forced to leave it
- CEmployers may require staff to join an approved body
- DA court may order a person to join an organisation
Individuals cannot be compelled to join an organisation or forced to leave it. (Freedom of speech and freedom of association as values)
8.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)
9.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)
10.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)
11.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)
12.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)
13.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)
14.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)
15.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)
16.What should you do when the police make a lawful request?
- AAsk a court to review it first
- BObey it
- CIgnore it unless it is in writing
- DRefer it to a lawyer first
The lawful actions of the police should be supported, and you should obey a lawful request from the police. (Mutual respect and tolerance for others)
17.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)
18.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)
19.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)
20.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)