Australian Citizenship Practice Test #6

A thorough practice test to evaluate your readiness. Covers the complete range of citizenship test topics.

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 #6

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

    Australia has a culture that is

    • A.rich and unique
    • B.British
    • C.uniform and bland

    Correct answer: A — rich and unique

    The booklet states: 'We have a rich and unique culture to share.'

  2. Question 2

    Freedom of association in Australia means

    • A.Australians cannot protest against a government action
    • B.individuals can be compelled to join certain religious organisations
    • C.Australians can gather freely with others

    Correct answer: C — Australians can gather freely with others

    The booklet states: 'Australians can gather freely with others, including to protest against a government action or an organisation.'

  3. Question 3

    Our peaceful and stable Australian society was created by

    • A.our democratic institutions and shared Australian values
    • B.our police and defence forces
    • C.our British heritage

    Correct answer: A — our democratic institutions and shared Australian values

    The booklet states: 'Our democratic institutions and shared Australian values have created our peaceful and stable society.'

  4. Question 4

    Which of the following is true about Australian citizenship?

    • A.citizens lose the right to live freely in Australia
    • B.permanent residents can apply for an Australian passport
    • C.citizens have the privilege to apply for an Australian passport

    Correct answer: C — citizens have the privilege to apply for an Australian passport

    You also have the privilege to apply for an Australian passport.

  5. Question 5

    The colours of the Australian National Flag are

    • A.blue, white and red
    • B.green, gold and blue
    • C.blue, grey and red

    Correct answer: A — blue, white and red

    The Australian National Flag is blue, white and red.

  6. Question 6

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' deep connection with the land is expressed in

    • A.their national anthem
    • B.their stories only
    • C.their stories, art and dance

    Correct answer: C — their stories, art and dance

    They have a deep connection with the land, which is expressed in their stories, art and dance.

  7. Question 7

    Who has a responsibility to support themselves and their families when able to do so?

    • A.only Australian citizens
    • B.only permanent residents
    • C.everyone

    Correct answer: C — everyone

    The booklet states: 'Everyone has a responsibility to try and support themselves and their families when they are able to do so.'

  8. Question 8

    The Australian Constitution divides power to

    • A.reduce the overall government budget
    • B.stop one person or group from holding all the power
    • C.ensure the Governor-General controls all departments

    Correct answer: B — stop one person or group from holding all the power

    The Australian Constitution divides the power of government to stop one person, or one group, from holding all the power.

  9. Question 9

    Which of the following is a Tasmanian icon?

    • A.Port Arthur
    • B.the Barossa Valley
    • C.the Ningaloo Coast

    Correct answer: A — Port Arthur

    Tasmanian icons include Cradle Mountain, Port Arthur, and the Bay of Fires.

  10. Question 10

    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.

  11. Question 11

    Australia's national police force is called

    • A.the National Criminal Investigation Service
    • B.the Australian Police Force
    • C.the Australian Federal Police

    Correct answer: C — the Australian Federal Police

    Australia has a national police force called the Australian Federal Police (AFP).

  12. Question 12

    Which of these about local government is correct?

    • A.Local councils are appointed by the state Governor
    • B.Councils plan and deliver services to their local community
    • C.Each area does not have its own local council

    Correct answer: B — Councils plan and deliver services to their local community

    Councils are responsible for planning and delivering services to their local community.

  13. Question 13

    Which of the following is an example of equality in Australia?

    • A.Men have more rights than women in employment
    • B.Australian society values the equal rights of all people regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, race, or national or ethnic origin
    • C.People of certain religions are given priority in courts

    Correct answer: B — Australian society values the equal rights of all people regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, race, or 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.

  14. Question 14

    Freedom of association is

    • A.the right to vote in elections
    • B.the right to form and join associations to pursue common goals
    • C.the right to say and write what you think

    Correct answer: B — the right to form and join associations to pursue common goals

    Freedom of association is the right to form and join associations to pursue common goals.

  15. Question 15

    The number of MPs for each state or territory is based on

    • A.the number of senators from that state or territory
    • B.the number of people in that state or territory
    • C.the size of that state or territory

    Correct answer: B — the number of people in that state or territory

    The number of MPs for each state and territory is based on the number of people in that state or territory.

  16. Question 16

    The British Government decided to transport convicts to Australia because

    • A.Australian settlers needed labour to build infrastructure
    • B.the gold rush attracted convict labour
    • C.British jails could not hold the large number of people imprisoned

    Correct answer: C — British jails could not hold the large number of people imprisoned

    At this time British laws were harsh and the jails could not hold the large number of people imprisoned for their crimes. To manage this problem, the British Government decided to transport convicts to the other side of the world.

  17. Question 17

    In Australia, tax applies to earnings from

    • A.a job or investments only
    • B.a business or investments only
    • C.a job, a business or investments

    Correct answer: C — a job, a business or investments

    Tax is paid out of the money you earn, whether it is from a job, a business or investments, and is collected by the ATO.

  18. Question 18

    Under the new Australian Constitution in 1901, what was established?

    • A.Australia's national democratic institutions
    • B.Australia's full powers over defence and foreign affairs
    • C.the Australian National Flag and Coat of Arms

    Correct answer: A — Australia's national democratic institutions

    It was at this time that our national democratic institutions, including our national parliament, government and the High Court were established under the new Australian Constitution.

  19. Question 19

    What is one consequence of not voting in federal elections if there is no valid reason?

    • A.You may have to pay a fine
    • B.You automatically lose your Australian citizenship
    • C.You will be imprisoned

    Correct answer: A — You may have to pay a fine

    Voting is compulsory in federal and state or territory elections for Australian citizens aged 18 years or over. If you do not vote without a good reason, you may have to pay a fine.

  20. Question 20

    Members of the Houses of Parliament are elected by

    • A.the political parties
    • B.the Australian people
    • C.the Prime Minister

    Correct answer: B — the Australian people

    In a federal election, Australian citizens vote to elect representatives to each House of Parliament.