Australian Citizenship Practice Test #1

A balanced practice test covering all four sections of the Australian Citizenship Test. Great for your first attempt.

About This Practice Test

This free Australian Citizenship Practice Test contains 20multiple-choice questions drawn from all four testable sections of the official exam: Australian Values, Democratic Beliefs and Freedoms, Government and the Law, and Australia and Its People. Each question is based on the official “Our Common Bond” booklet and updated for the 2026 test format.

Pass Requirement

Score at least 15/20 overall AND get all 5 Australian values questions correct

Time Limit

45 minutes for 20 questions, just like the real exam

Instant Results

See your score immediately with detailed explanations for every answer

Balanced Coverage

5 questions per topic area for comprehensive test preparation

Taking multiple practice tests is one of the most effective ways to prepare for the Australian Citizenship Test. Each of our 10 practice tests uses a different set of questions, so you can keep practising without repeating the same material. When you consistently score 90% or higher across several tests, you are likely ready to sit the real exam.

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Australian Values

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All 20 questions in Practice Test #1

Prefer to read through the questions at your own pace? Here is the full set with the correct answers and explanations. Use this as a study aid before attempting the timed test above.

  1. Question 1

    In Australia, laws are determined by

    • A.the Australian Federal Police
    • B.parliaments elected by the people
    • C.judges

    Correct answer: B — parliaments elected by the people

    The booklet states: 'Our laws are determined by parliaments elected by the people.'

  2. Question 2

    Australian citizenship means you are ready to

    • A.fulfil your responsibilities as an Australian citizen
    • B.join the Australian Defence Force
    • C.own some Australian land

    Correct answer: A — fulfil your responsibilities as an Australian citizen

    The booklet states: 'It means that you are ready to fulfil your responsibilities as an Australian citizen.'

  3. Question 3

    Australian citizenship gives you the opportunity to

    • A.receive a free house in the state or territory of your choice
    • B.travel the world at the expense of Australian embassies
    • C.fully participate in our nation's life and community

    Correct answer: C — fully participate in our nation's life and community

    The booklet states: 'Citizenship gives you the opportunity to fully participate in our nation's life and community.'

  4. Question 4

    Under Australian law, who can marry each other?

    • A.only a woman and a man
    • B.two people, including two men or two women
    • C.only a woman and a man or two women

    Correct answer: B — two people, including two men or two women

    The booklet states: 'Under our laws, two people can marry each other, including marriage between two men or two women.'

  5. Question 5

    How many senators does each territory elect?

    • A.6
    • B.2
    • C.12

    Correct answer: B — 2

    The Australian Capital Territory and Northern Territory elect two senators each.

  6. Question 6

    The leader of a territory government is

    • A.the Chief Minister
    • B.the Administrator
    • C.the Premier

    Correct answer: A — the Chief Minister

    The leader of a territory government is the Chief Minister.

  7. Question 7

    Australia's national colours come from

    • A.the colours of the golden wattle
    • B.the colours of the Australian National Flag
    • C.the colours of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms

    Correct answer: A — the colours of the golden wattle

    Australia's national colours are green and gold—the colours of the golden wattle.

  8. Question 8

    In a parliamentary democracy, citizens

    • A.do not vote for their representatives
    • B.let the Prime Minister make all decisions independently
    • C.vote for people to represent them in parliament

    Correct answer: C — vote for people to represent them in parliament

    As part of this system, the power of the government comes from the Australian people because Australian citizens vote for people to represent them in parliament.

  9. Question 9

    Which of the following is an example of fair treatment under Australian law?

    • A.Europeans receive preferential treatment because Australia was historically a British colony
    • B.Fair treatment only applies to people who were born in Australia
    • C.Europeans and Asians are treated equally — no group receives preferential treatment based on national or ethnic origin

    Correct answer: C — Europeans and Asians are treated equally — no group receives preferential treatment based on national or ethnic origin

    Australian society values the equal rights of all people, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, race, or national or ethnic origin. People from different backgrounds are not given preferential treatment, nor discriminated against.

  10. Question 10

    The official symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia is

    • A.the Australian National Flag
    • B.the Commonwealth Cross
    • C.the Commonwealth Coat of Arms

    Correct answer: C — the Commonwealth Coat of Arms

    The Commonwealth Coat of Arms is the official symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia.

  11. Question 11

    In the House of Representatives, people are represented by

    • A.Members of Parliament
    • B.government ministers
    • C.Premiers

    Correct answer: A — Members of Parliament

    Members of Parliament (MPs) represent the people in their electorate.

  12. Question 12

    Which of the following is true about Australian citizenship?

    • A.citizens are not required to serve on a jury
    • B.becoming a citizen gives you additional responsibilities and privileges
    • C.citizens can only vote in federal elections

    Correct answer: B — becoming a citizen gives you additional responsibilities and privileges

    When you become an Australian citizen, you will have additional responsibilities and privileges.

  13. Question 13

    The Governor-General's special powers are called

    • A.executive powers
    • B.royal powers
    • C.reserve powers

    Correct answer: C — reserve powers

    The Governor-General has special powers known as 'reserve powers' that can only be used in specific circumstances.

  14. Question 14

    Which of the following is an Australian belief?

    • A.change should occur through violent protests
    • B.we are proud to live in a peaceful country with a stable government
    • C.the government operates under religious authority

    Correct answer: B — we are proud to live in a peaceful country with a stable government

    Australians are proud to live in a peaceful country with a stable system of government.

  15. Question 15

    What does the Commonwealth Coat of Arms represent?

    • A.The power of the British monarchy in Australia
    • B.Australia's national unity and identifies the authority and property of the Commonwealth of Australia
    • C.The indigenous ownership of the continent

    Correct answer: B — Australia's national unity and identifies the authority and property of the Commonwealth of Australia

    The Commonwealth Coat of Arms is the official symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia and represents Australia's national unity.

  16. Question 16

    Gold was discovered in New South Wales and Victoria in

    • A.1901
    • B.1861
    • C.1851

    Correct answer: C — 1851

    In 1851, a 'gold rush' began when gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria.

  17. Question 17

    Which statement accurately describes the 'fair go' principle in Australia?

    • A.What someone achieves should result from their talents, work and effort—not their wealth or background
    • B.Wealthy people automatically have more rights than others
    • C.Your success is determined entirely by your family background

    Correct answer: A — What someone achieves should result from their talents, work and effort—not their wealth or background

    The Australian value of 'fair go' or equality of opportunity means that achievement should be based on talents, work and effort rather than wealth or background. There are no formal class distinctions in Australian society.

  18. Question 18

    Who must obey the laws in Australia?

    • A.all Australian citizens and other people in Australia
    • B.only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
    • C.only people on the electoral roll

    Correct answer: A — all Australian citizens and other people in Australia

    All Australian citizens and other people in Australia must obey the laws of Australia.

  19. Question 19

    An Administrator's role is similar to that of

    • A.a state Governor
    • B.a federal minister
    • C.a state Councillor

    Correct answer: A — a state Governor

    The role and responsibilities of the Administrator are similar to those of a state Governor.

  20. Question 20

    The smallest of the mainland states is

    • A.Queensland
    • B.Victoria
    • C.South Australia

    Correct answer: B — Victoria

    Victoria is the smallest of the mainland states.