Citizenship practice test questions
1. In Australia, we are free to say and write what we think on any topic but we cannot harm others.
True False 2. How many languages are spoken in Australia?
Over 200 Over 100 Over 150 3. Who is the leader of the Australian Government?
The Governor-General The Premier The Prime Minister 4. What happened in Australia on 26 January 1788?
Gold was discovered in the colonies European settlement started Captain Arthur Phillip became the first governor of New South Wales 5. What is the capital city of Victoria?
Adelaide Melbourne Sydney 6. How are local councillors chosen in each local government area?
Appointed by the Governor Nominated by the Administrators Voted by citizens 7. What are ministers important areas of government?
Street signs, traffice controls and bridges Public transport, hospitals and health services Employment, Indigenous affairs and the Treasury 8. What is the capital city of New South Wales?
Melbourne Brisbane Sydney 9. What is the relationship between the police and the community?
That you can report crimes and seek assistance from your local police You can report crimes to your local police That the police can help with community works 10. Who represents the Queen of Australia in a state?
A Premier A Governor A Governor-General 11. What is democracy government?
A system of government in which citizens freely choose representatives to govern the country and make laws on their behalf A system of government in which citizens do not choose representatives to govern the country and make laws on their behalf A system of government in which citizens must choose representatives to govern the country and make laws on their behalf 12. What is a referendum?
A special vote to change the Australian Constitution A special vote to change the Australian Government A special vote to change the Australian Leader 13. What is on the eve of Australia Day?
The Prime Minister announces the Australian of the Year Awards in Canberra We celebrate Anzac Day in Canberra We celebrate Australia Day in Canberra 14. Mix of religions do not contributes to making Australia a vibrant multicultural society
True False 15. What does the shield in the centre of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms represent?
Australia's army shield The six British colonies The six states and federation 16. How should change occur in Australia?
Through discussion, peaceful persuasion and the democratic process Through discussion, forceful persuasion and the democratic process Through discussion, violence persuasion and the democratic process 17. Who collect taxes to pay for services?
State and territory governments and local councils State and territory governments State governments 18. Which of these statements about Australian beliefs is correct?
We believe in peace, respect, loyalty and equality We believe in peace, respect, domination and equality We believe in peace, respect, freedom and equality 19. Who is a Councillor?
A Member of Parliament in any state or territory The leader of a territory government An elected member of a local council 20. What is the background of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?
The golden wattle flower The gold Commonwealth Star The Southern Cross Star
