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Home/Australia & Its People/National Symbols & Emblems

National Symbols & Emblems

41 practice questions with detailed explanations

Australia's national symbols represent the country's history, values, and identity. The citizenship test frequently includes questions about these symbols, so understanding what they represent is essential for passing.

The Australian National Flag features three elements: the Union Jack (representing Australia's historical ties to Britain), the Commonwealth Star (representing the federation of states and territories), and the Southern Cross constellation (representing Australia's location in the Southern Hemisphere). The flag reflects Australia's heritage and its place in the world.

The Australian Coat of Arms features a kangaroo and an emu supporting a shield that displays the badges of the six states. These animals were chosen because they cannot easily walk backwards, symbolising a nation always moving forward. The national anthem is "Advance Australia Fair," and the national colours are green and gold. The golden wattle is Australia's national floral emblem. Knowing these symbols and their meanings is a common requirement on the citizenship test.

Key Points

  • •The Australian flag features the Union Jack, Commonwealth Star, and Southern Cross
  • •The Commonwealth Star has seven points (six states + territories)
  • •The Coat of Arms features a kangaroo and an emu
  • •The national anthem is "Advance Australia Fair"
  • •National colours are green and gold
  • •The golden wattle is the national floral emblem

Practice Questions

Easy Questions

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The official flag of Australia is

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The three officially recognised flags of Australia are

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The colours of the Australian National Flag are

Exam Tips

  • 1.Know all three elements of the Australian flag and what they represent
  • 2.Remember why the kangaroo and emu were chosen for the Coat of Arms
  • 3.Know the name of the national anthem — this is a very common question

Practice National Symbols & Emblems Questions

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The background colour of the Australian National Flag is

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In the top left corner of the Australian National Flag is

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On the Australian National Flag, the Union Jack represents

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On the Australian National Flag, the Commonwealth Star is located

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How many points does the Commonwealth Star have?

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The points of the Commonwealth Star represent

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On the Australian National Flag, the Southern Cross is

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On the Australian National Flag, the Southern Cross is located

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The colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag are

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The top half of the Australian Aboriginal Flag represents

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The bottom half of the Australian Aboriginal Flag represents

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On the Australian Aboriginal Flag, the yellow circle represents

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The colours of the Torres Strait Islander Flag are

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On the Torres Strait Islander Flag, the green stripes represent

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On the Torres Strait Islander Flag, the blue panel in the centre represents

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On the Torres Strait Islander Flag, the black lines represent

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On the Torres Strait Islander Flag, the white dancer's headdress represents

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On the Torres Strait Islander Flag, the points of the white star represent

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On the Torres Strait Islander Flag, the colour white symbolises

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The Commonwealth Coat of Arms represents

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The Commonwealth Coat of Arms identifies

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In the Commonwealth Coat of Arms, the shield in the centre represents

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In the Commonwealth Coat of Arms, the shield is supported by

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In the Commonwealth Coat of Arms, above the shield sits

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The background of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms is

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Australia's national colours are

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Australia's national colours come from

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Australia's national anthem is

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Australia's national anthem is sung

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The first line of Australia's national anthem is

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Which of these statements about the golden wattle is correct?

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Which two animals appear on the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?

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What is the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?

Medium Questions

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What does the Commonwealth Coat of Arms represent?

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What do the colours in the Australian Aboriginal Flag represent?

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What does the Commonwealth Star on the Australian National Flag represent?

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According to Australian national symbols, what do the green and gold colours represent?

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Which of the following correctly describes the Torres Strait Islander Flag?