Australian Citizenship Practice Test #3

All 20 questions in Practice Test #3

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1. Question 1

   What is the relationship between Australian citizens' rights and responsibilities?

   • A.Rights come with corresponding responsibilities, such as obeying laws, voting, defending the country, and serving on juries if called
   • B.Citizens have unlimited rights without any responsibilities
   • C.Responsibilities only apply to non-citizens

   Correct answer: A — Rights come with corresponding responsibilities, such as obeying laws, voting, defending the country, and serving on juries if called

   When you become an Australian citizen, you gain privileges (like voting and a passport) but also take on responsibilities (obeying laws, voting when compulsory, defending Australia if needed, and jury service). Rights and responsibilities are linked aspects of citizenship.

2. Question 2

   What should you do if you witness cyber abuse in Australia?

   • A.Ignore it as online behaviour is not governed by Australian law
   • B.Only report it to the person being abused and let them decide what to do
   • C.Report it to the police and to the online service or social media platform where it occurred

   Correct answer: C — Report it to the police and to the online service or social media platform where it occurred

   Many types of cyber abuse are against the law in Australia and should be reported to the police and the online service, such as a social media platform, that it occurred on.

3. Question 3

   European settlement started on

   • A.25 April 1788
   • B.26 January 1798
   • C.26 January 1788

   Correct answer: C — 26 January 1788

   European settlement started when the first 11 convict ships, which became known as the 'First Fleet', arrived from Great Britain on 26 January 1788.

4. Question 4

   Why is jury service considered important in Australia's justice system?

   • A.It ensures the court system is open and fair because juries are ordinary citizens who decide guilt or innocence based on evidence
   • B.Jurors make laws and changes to the constitution
   • C.Only wealthy and educated people can serve on juries

   Correct answer: A — It ensures the court system is open and fair because juries are ordinary citizens who decide guilt or innocence based on evidence

   Jury service is a responsibility for Australian citizens aged 18 and over. A jury is made up of ordinary Australian men and women randomly chosen from the general population who listen to evidence and decide if a person is guilty or not guilty. This helps ensure the court system is open and fair.

5. Question 5

   How many points does the Commonwealth Star have?

   • A.six
   • B.eight
   • C.seven

   Correct answer: C — seven

   This star has seven points.

6. Question 6

   The age of sexual consent in Australia is

   • A.18 or 19 depending on state or territory
   • B.15 in all states and territories
   • C.16 or 17 depending on state or territory

   Correct answer: C — 16 or 17 depending on state or territory

   The booklet states: 'In Australia, there are very strict laws concerning the age of sexual consent, which is 16 or 17 depending on which state or territory you reside in.'

7. Question 7

   Which of these statements about freedom of expression in Australia is correct?

   • A.Only approved topics can be discussed
   • B.Everyone can peacefully express their opinions within the law
   • C.People with different views need to keep quiet

   Correct answer: B — Everyone can peacefully express their opinions within the law

   The booklet states that people should be able to express their ideas freely, so long as it is within the law, and that peaceful protest is allowed because tolerance of peaceful public protest is an essential part of democracy.

8. Question 8

   Which of the following is true about tax?

   • A.tax is only collected by local councils
   • B.paying tax is an important way you contribute to the Australian community
   • C.the ATO ensures citizens pay as much tax as possible

   Correct answer: B — paying tax is an important way you contribute to the Australian community

   Paying tax is another important way you directly contribute to the Australian community and is required by law.

9. Question 9

   The capital city of Tasmania is

   • A.Perth
   • B.Hobart
   • C.Darwin

   Correct answer: B — Hobart

   Hobart is the capital city of Tasmania.

10. Question 10

    Which statement accurately describes the relationship between Aboriginal peoples and the land?

    • A.They view the land as a commodity to be bought and sold
    • B.They have a deep connection with the land expressed in their stories, art and dance
    • C.They have no traditional relationship to specific territories

    Correct answer: B — They have a deep connection with the land expressed in their stories, art and dance

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have a deep connection with the land, expressed in their stories, art and dance.

11. Question 11

    The Australian Defence Force is made up of the

    • A.Army, Navy and Air Force
    • B.Army, Police and Air Force
    • C.Ground Force, Navy and Air Force

    Correct answer: A — Army, Navy and Air Force

    Australian citizens also have the right to apply for a job in the Australian Defence Force (the Army, Navy and Air Force).

12. Question 12

    A 'fair go' means

    • A.people should be limited by their class and background
    • B.not everyone has the same legal rights
    • C.everyone is given an equal opportunity to achieve success in life

    Correct answer: C — everyone is given an equal opportunity to achieve success in life

    The booklet states: 'We believe that everyone deserves a 'fair go' and people should not be limited by any kind of class distinction. Everyone, regardless of their background, is given an equal opportunity to achieve success in life.'

13. Question 13

    The leader of the Australian Government is

    • A.the Leader of the Opposition
    • B.the Prime Minister
    • C.the Governor-General

    Correct answer: B — the Prime Minister

    In the Australian system, the leader of the Australian Government is the Prime Minister.

14. Question 14

    If a legal matter needs to be decided in Australia, who decides it?

    • A.an independent court, based only on the evidence before it
    • B.the government minister responsible for that area of law
    • C.the police who investigated the matter

    Correct answer: A — an independent court, based only on the evidence before it

    The courts in Australia are independent. A court will decide if a person has or has not broken the law and decide the penalty. Courts can only base their decision on the evidence before them.

15. Question 15

    If you are an Australian citizen and also a citizen of another country, within Australia you must follow

    • A.the laws of your country of origin
    • B.some Australian laws
    • C.all Australian laws at all times

    Correct answer: C — all Australian laws at all times

    The booklet states: 'However, even if a person is also a citizen of another country, an Australian citizen within Australia must follow all Australian laws at all times.'

16. Question 16

    How many senators are there in total?

    • A.100
    • B.12
    • C.76

    Correct answer: C — 76

    There is a total of 76 senators.

17. Question 17

    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.

18. Question 18

    Judges and magistrates are appointed by

    • A.the government
    • B.the Australian Federal Police
    • C.the Governor

    Correct answer: A — the government

    Judges and magistrates are appointed by the government.

19. Question 19

    Which of the following is true about freedom of speech?

    • A.people do not have to obey Australian laws
    • B.people can protest peacefully and campaign to change laws
    • C.freedom of speech is not a core Australian value

    Correct answer: B — people can protest peacefully and campaign to change laws

    For example, people can criticise the government, protest peacefully against government decisions and campaign to change laws, so long as at all times they are still obeying Australian laws.

20. Question 20

    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.