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Australian Citizenship Test

Australian Citizenship Test practice test 9

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.Which Australian law must also be followed overseas?

    • AThe requirement to pay Australian tax
    • BThe law against sexual activity with a child under 16
    • CThe requirement to vote in elections
    • DThe requirement to serve on a jury

    It is illegal for Australians to be involved in any sexual activity, here or overseas, with a child under 16 years of age. (Helping to keep our society safe and loyalty to Australia)

  2. 2.In a criminal trial, who decides the penalty if the jury finds a person guilty?

    • AThe jury
    • BThe judge
    • CThe police
    • DThe Attorney-General

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

  3. 3.Which is Australia’s smallest state?

    • AVictoria
    • Bthe Australian Capital Territory
    • CTasmania
    • DSouth Australia

    Tasmania is the smallest state, separated from the mainland by the Bass Strait. (The states)

  4. 4.Who is appointed by the Governor-General in the Northern Territory?

    • AAn Administrator
    • BA Chief Justice
    • CA Governor
    • DA Premier

    In the Northern Territory an Administrator is appointed by the Governor-General. (State, territory and local government)

  5. 5.Which state is home to the Kimberley region and Margaret River?

    • AQueensland
    • BWestern Australia
    • CSouth Australia
    • DVictoria

    Western Australia is the largest state. (The states)

  6. 6.Where does the golden wattle grow mainly?

    • AIn the Northern Territory desert
    • BIn the Kimberley region
    • CIn south-eastern Australia
    • DAlong the Great Barrier Reef

    The golden wattle grows mainly in south-eastern Australia and has bright green leaves and golden yellow flowers in spring. (Australia’s symbols)

  7. 7.What are the other names for the House of Representatives?

    • AThe Upper House or the States’ House
    • BThe House of Review or the Senate
    • CThe Lower House or the People’s House
    • DThe Cabinet or the Executive

    The House of Representatives is also called the Lower House or the People's House. (The House of Representatives)

  8. 8.What does volunteering give people in Australia the opportunity to do?

    • AAvoid being called to serve on a jury
    • BObtain Australian citizenship more quickly
    • CShare knowledge, learn new skills and feel they belong
    • DReduce the amount of tax they have to pay

    Volunteering is an opportunity to share knowledge, learn new skills and increase your sense of belonging to the Australian community. (Compassion, mateship and making a contribution)

  9. 9.What is the capital city of New South Wales?

    • ANewcastle
    • BMelbourne
    • CCanberra
    • DSydney

    Sydney is the capital city of New South Wales. (States, territories and capital cities)

  10. 10.What can forced marriage result in under Australian law?

    • AA caution from the police
    • BA civil fine only
    • CNo penalty if both families agree
    • DSevere legal penalties, including imprisonment

    Forced marriage is against the law in Australia and can result in severe legal penalties, including imprisonment. (Freedom of religion as a value)

  11. 11.What might a local government area be called?

    • AA state or territory
    • BAn electorate or a division
    • CA city, shire, town or municipality
    • DA ward or a riding

    In each state a Governor represents the King of Australia. (State, territory and local government)

  12. 12.In which year were the colonies united into the Commonwealth of Australia?

    • A1901
    • B1788
    • C1851
    • D1967

    In 1901 the separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia. (The nation of Australia)

  13. 13.What did more than 90 per cent of Australians vote ‘Yes’ to in 1967?

    • AAdopting a new national anthem
    • BEnding the transportation of convicts
    • CMaking voting compulsory
    • DAllowing Aboriginal peoples to be counted in the Census

    In the 1967 Referendum more than 90 per cent of Australians voted 'Yes' to allow Aboriginal peoples to be counted in the Census. (The Australian Constitution)

  14. 14.How many members are elected to the House of Representatives?

    • AOver 300
    • BExactly 76
    • COver 150
    • DExactly 12

    There are over 150 members elected to the House of Representatives. (The House of Representatives)

  15. 15.What does mutual respect and tolerance mean in Australia?

    • AAgreeing with whatever view the majority holds
    • BKeeping your own opinions private and unspoken
    • CAvoiding political discussion with other people
    • DListening to others and respecting views different from your own

    Mutual respect and tolerance means listening to others and respecting their views and opinions even when they are different from your own. (Mutual respect and tolerance for others)

  16. 16.Who performs a Welcome to Country?

    • AThe Governor-General, or a governor of the state
    • BAny member of the audience who wishes to speak
    • CAn Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander custodian of the local region
    • DThe Master of Ceremonies or Chair of the event

    A Welcome to Country is performed by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander custodian of the local region. (Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement of Country)

  17. 17.Which level of government is responsible for local roads and footpaths?

    • ALocal governments
    • BThe Australian Electoral Commission
    • CThe Australian Government
    • DState and territory governments

    Local governments are responsible for rubbish collection. (What the three levels of government do)

  18. 18.How many senators are there in the Australian Parliament?

    • A12
    • B150
    • C96
    • D76

    There is a total of 76 senators. (The Senate)

  19. 19.In which elections may voting not be compulsory in some states?

    • ALocal government elections
    • BReferendums
    • CState and territory elections
    • DFederal elections

    It may not be compulsory to vote in local government elections in some states. (Responsibilities of Australian citizenship)

  20. 20.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)

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