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

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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.

Question 1 of 200/20 answered
Democratic Beliefs

Which of the following is a way to actively participate in Australian society?

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.

  1. Question 1

    Which of the following is a way to actively participate in Australian society?

    • A.vacation in Australia
    • B.only volunteer for government programs
    • C.join neighbourhood and local community organisations

    Correct answer: C — join neighbourhood and local community organisations

    For example, you can join neighbourhood and local community organisations, volunteer to do social and community work, join an arts or cultural organisation, and actively participate in political life.

  2. Question 2

    What is the significance of gender equality in Australian law?

    • A.It is against the law to discriminate against a person because of their gender; men and women have equal rights and access to education, employment and legal protection
    • B.Only men have the right to vote in Australian elections
    • C.Women cannot serve in positions of power or authority

    Correct answer: A — It is against the law to discriminate against a person because of their gender; men and women have equal rights and access to education, employment and legal protection

    Australian law guarantees gender equality. Men and women have equal rights in all areas including education, employment, voting, standing for parliament, joining the Defence Force and police, and equal treatment in courts. Violence against a spouse is a criminal offence.

  3. Question 3

    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.

  4. Question 4

    Which of these is a responsibility of the Australian Government?

    • A.Roads and railways
    • B.Noise and animal control
    • C.Postal services and communications

    Correct answer: C — Postal services and communications

    The Australian Government is responsible for postal services and the communications network.

  5. Question 5

    Australia's Head of State is

    • A.the Leader of the Opposition
    • B.the King of Australia, His Majesty King Charles III
    • C.the Governor-General

    Correct answer: B — the King of Australia, His Majesty King Charles III

    Australia's Head of State is the King of Australia, His Majesty King Charles III.

  6. Question 6

    The capital city of Queensland is

    • A.Darwin
    • B.Brisbane
    • C.Canberra

    Correct answer: B — Brisbane

    Brisbane is the capital city of Queensland.

  7. Question 7

    The federation of states formed in Australia is called

    • A.the United States of Australia
    • B.the Dominion of Australia
    • C.the Commonwealth of Australia

    Correct answer: C — the Commonwealth of Australia

    In 1901, the separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia.

  8. Question 8

    Which of these is a main political party in Australia?

    • A.The Nationals
    • B.The Democratic Party of Australia
    • C.The Ecology Party of Australia

    Correct answer: A — The Nationals

    The main political parties in Australia are the Liberal Party of Australia, the Australian Labor Party, the Nationals and the Australian Greens.

  9. Question 9

    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.

  10. Question 10

    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.

  11. Question 11

    Which of these statements about government in Australia is correct?

    • A.The government does not allow some religions
    • B.The government in Australia is secular
    • C.Religious laws are passed by Parliament

    Correct answer: B — The government in Australia is secular

    The government in Australia is secular, which means it operates separately from churches or other religious entities. Australia has no official national religion and religious laws have no legal status — Australian law must be followed by everyone.

  12. Question 12

    The Australian value of compassion for those in need means

    • A.Australians help each other in times of need, such as taking a meal to an elderly neighbour
    • B.Australians expect the government to look after everyone, so individuals need not help
    • C.Australians are expected to help only the members of their own family and household

    Correct answer: A — Australians help each other in times of need, such as taking a meal to an elderly neighbour

    Compassion for those in need is an Australian value. Australians value mateship. We help each other in times of need. For example, this might mean taking a meal to an elderly neighbour, driving a friend to a medical appointment, or visiting someone who is sick, frail or lonely.

  13. Question 13

    Who can be called to serve on a jury?

    • A.members of the Australian Public Service
    • B.Australian citizens on the electoral roll
    • C.Australian citizens and permanent residents

    Correct answer: B — Australian citizens on the electoral roll

    Australian citizens who are on the electoral roll can be called to serve on a jury.

  14. Question 14

    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.

  15. Question 15

    In Australia, who has the right to make independent choices about marriage and religion?

    • A.both men and women
    • B.only men
    • C.only the parents

    Correct answer: A — both men and women

    The booklet states: 'Both men and women have the right to make their own independent choices about personal matters, such as marriage and religion, and are protected by the law from intimidation or violence.'

  16. Question 16

    For breaking traffic laws, you could

    • A.be fined or sent to prison
    • B.receive a warning from the police
    • C.only have your licence suspended

    Correct answer: A — be fined or sent to prison

    People can be fined or sent to prison for breaking traffic laws.

  17. Question 17

    In Australia, people are free to meet for social or political discussion

    • A.in public or private places
    • B.in public places only
    • C.in private places only

    Correct answer: A — in public or private places

    The booklet states: 'In Australia, people are free to meet in public or private places for social or political discussion.'

  18. Question 18

    Which of these is an example of mateship?

    • A.surfing and drinking
    • B.taking a meal to an elderly neighbour
    • C.voting in a federal election

    Correct answer: B — taking a meal to an elderly neighbour

    The booklet states: 'We help each other in times of need. For example, this might mean taking a meal to an elderly neighbour, driving a friend to a medical appointment, or visiting someone who is sick, frail or lonely.'

  19. Question 19

    On the Torres Strait Islander Flag, the black lines represent

    • A.the Aboriginal peoples of Australia
    • B.the Torres Strait Islander people
    • C.the land

    Correct answer: B — the Torres Strait Islander people

    The black lines represent the Torres Strait Islander people.

  20. Question 20

    Tasmania is separated from mainland Australia by

    • A.Cook Strait
    • B.Bass Strait
    • C.Torres Strait

    Correct answer: B — Bass Strait

    Tasmania is the smallest state, separated from the mainland by the Bass Strait.