Australian Citizenship Practice Test #7
Test your exam readiness with questions from every section. Designed to simulate the real citizenship test experience.
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.
Which of the following is an icon of Western Australia?
All 20 questions in Practice Test #7
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.
Question 1
Which of the following is an icon of Western Australia?
- A.Port Arthur
- B.the 12 Apostles
- C.the Ningaloo Coast
Correct answer: C — the Ningaloo Coast
Western Australia's icons include the Ningaloo Coast, Margaret River, and the Kimberley region.
Question 2
Which of the following is a responsibility of state and territory governments?
- A.Defence and foreign affairs
- B.Hospitals and health services
- C.Immigration and citizenship
Correct answer: B — Hospitals and health services
State and territory governments are primarily responsible for hospitals and health services, schools, roads and railways, forestry, police and ambulance services, and public transport.
Question 3
Aboriginal peoples arrived in Australia between
- A.85,000 and 60,000 years ago
- B.40,000 and 20,000 years ago
- C.65,000 and 40,000 years ago
Correct answer: C — 65,000 and 40,000 years ago
The archaeological record indicates that Aboriginal peoples arrived in Australia between 65,000 and 40,000 years ago.
Question 4
Australian citizens support the government to provide services by
- A.purchasing goods made in Australia
- B.seeking election to parliament
- C.working and paying taxes
Correct answer: C — working and paying taxes
By working and paying taxes, you support the government to provide these important services to the Australian community.
Question 5
Which of these is a responsibility of local governments?
- A.Street signs and traffic controls
- B.Schools
- C.Employment assistance
Correct answer: A — Street signs and traffic controls
Local governments are responsible for street signs and traffic controls.
Question 6
In Australia, achievement in life should be a result of
- A.which social class you belong to
- B.hard work and talents
- C.wealth or background
Correct answer: B — hard work and talents
The booklet states: 'What someone achieves in life should be a result of their hard work and talents.'
Question 7
In Australia, who is above the law?
- A.the Prime Minister, Ministers and Members of Parliament
- B.nobody
- C.the police
Correct answer: B — nobody
Under the Rule of Law, no person or group is above the law. The booklet clearly states that all Australians are equal in relation to the law.
Question 8
In Australia, the power of the government comes from
- A.the Australian people
- B.the Australian Constitution
- C.major Australian corporations
Correct answer: A — the Australian people
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.
Question 9
The Australian Constitution can be changed by
- A.voting in a referendum
- B.petitioning the Governor-General
- C.it cannot be changed
Correct answer: A — voting in a referendum
The Australian people can change the Australian Constitution by voting in a referendum.
Question 10
Which of the following is true about voting?
- A.it is only compulsory in referendums
- B.it is compulsory in federal and state or territory elections
- C.it is a responsibility for citizens aged 21 or over
Correct answer: B — it is compulsory in federal and state or territory elections
Voting is compulsory in federal and state or territory elections.
Question 11
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.
Question 12
Which of these statements about religion in Australia is correct?
- A.Religious laws have a legal status in Australia
- B.The government treats all citizens equally, whatever their religion or beliefs
- C.Australians must follow a religion
Correct answer: B — The government treats all citizens equally, whatever their religion or beliefs
The booklet states: 'The government treats all citizens equally, whatever their religion or beliefs.'
Question 13
The capital city of the Northern Territory is
- A.Darwin
- B.Brisbane
- C.Perth
Correct answer: A — Darwin
Darwin is the capital city of Northern Territory.
Question 14
Which of these is a responsibility of state and territory governments?
- A.Taxation
- B.Camping grounds and caravan parks
- C.Police and ambulance services
Correct answer: C — Police and ambulance services
State and territory governments are primarily responsible for police and ambulance services.
Question 15
Australian society values
- A.equal rights
- B.discrimination
- C.Christians
Correct answer: A — equal rights
The booklet states: 'Australian society values the equal rights of all people, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, race, or national or ethnic origin.'
Question 16
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.
Question 17
By voting, Australian citizens
- A.run their own business
- B.pay their taxes
- C.have a say in how Australia is governed
Correct answer: C — have a say in how Australia is governed
By doing this, Australian citizens have a say in how Australia is governed and contribute to its future.
Question 18
In Australia, citizens have a say in government by
- A.voting for a person to represent them in parliament
- B.signing a petition to the Governor-General
- C.paying to vote
Correct answer: A — voting for a person to represent them in parliament
In Australia's parliamentary democracy, citizens have a say on how Australia is governed by voting for a person to represent them in parliament.
Question 19
Representatives in parliament must answer to
- A.the Prime Minister
- B.the people
- C.the Senate
Correct answer: B — the people
The representatives in parliament must answer to the people, through elections, for the decisions they make.
Question 20
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.'