Australian Citizenship Practice Test 11
Try the first 5 questions of this 20-question citizenship practice test free, with instant answers and explanations. The full test is in the app.
This test: 4 People · 4 Beliefs · 9 Government · 3 Values · No question repeats across our 14 practice tests.
Key facts about the real test
The Australian citizenship test has 20 multiple-choice questions. You need 75% (at least 15 of 20) and all 5 Australian values questions correct to pass. You have 45 minutes.
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Practice Test 11 Questions
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1. Which historical event does Australia Day celebrate?
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Australia Day marks the anniversary of the First Fleet's arrival from Great Britain in 1788, which was sent to establish a penal colony for the British Government.
2. What is the first colony established by the British?
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New South Wales holds the distinction of being the initial colony founded by the British in Australia.
3. Who was the first governor of New South Wales?
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Captain Arthur Phillip served as the inaugural governor of the New South Wales colony. He successfully navigated numerous challenges during the initial years of European settlement, ensuring the colony's survival and growth as more convicts and free settlers arrived.
4. What is Australia's national anthem?
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Advance Australia Fair is sung at events of national significance, citizenship ceremonies, major sporting competitions, and in schools. It serves to unite the nation and publicly express pride in being Australian.
5. Who do representatives in parliament answer to?
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Within a parliamentary democracy, elected officials are accountable to the populace via elections for their legislative actions.
Questions 6–20 of Practice Test 11
6. At what age must you register on the electoral roll?
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7. As an Australian citizen, you must:
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8. Which action is protected under freedom of expression?
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9. What does the principle of a "secret ballot" guarantee?
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10. On what date did the Australian colonies officially unite to form the Commonwealth of Australia?
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11. What voting requirement must be met for a referendum to successfully amend the Australian Constitution?
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12. How many chambers or 'Houses' make up the Australian Parliament?
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13. The functions of the Governor-General involve all the following duties EXCEPT:
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14. What is the process for selecting the Governor-General of Australia?
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15. What is the principle of 'separation of powers' designed to prevent?
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16. What is the primary difference between the House of Representatives and the Senate regarding representation?
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17. What is the consequence of attempting to bribe a police officer?
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18. What is the core principle of the 'Rule of Law' in Australia?
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19. What principle ensures that job selection in Australia should be based on skills and experience?
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20. In Australia's parliamentary democracy, where does the power of the government ultimately come from?
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