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Australian Citizenship Practice Test 6

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This test: 4 People · 5 Beliefs · 8 Government · 3 Values · No question repeats across our 14 practice tests.

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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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1. What is Australia's capital city?

ASydney
BMelbourne
CCanberra
DBrisbane
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CCanberra (Correct answer)

Explanation

Canberra serves as Australia's national capital city. Additionally, each state and mainland territory has its own respective capital.

2. How many mainland territories are there in Australia?

A1
B2
C3
D4
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B2 (Correct answer)

Explanation

The Commonwealth of Australia is structured as a federation comprising states and territories. It includes six states and two mainland territories.

3. When did Aboriginal peoples arrive in Australia?

ABetween 65,000 and 40,000 years ago.
BBetween 25,000 and 10,000 years ago.
CBetween 5,000 and 1,000 years ago.
DBetween 10,000 and 5,000 years ago.
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ABetween 65,000 and 40,000 years ago. (Correct answer)

Explanation

Archaeological evidence suggests that Aboriginal peoples first arrived in Australia sometime between 40,000 and 65,000 years ago.

4. Which of the following is NOT a part of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?

AThe Commonwealth Star
BThe Southern Cross
CA kangaroo and an emu
DThe symbol of each state
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BThe Southern Cross (Correct answer)

Explanation

The Commonwealth Coat of Arms features a central shield supported by a kangaroo and an emu, topped by the Commonwealth Star, all set against a golden wattle background. The Southern Cross is not depicted on the Coat of Arms.

5. Which of the following is FALSE about voting?

AAustralian citizens aged 18 years or over must register their name and address on the electoral roll
BVoting is compulsory for Australian citizens aged 18 years or over in federal and state or territory elections
CVoting in local government elections is compulsory in ALL states
DYou must register to vote
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CVoting in local government elections is compulsory in ALL states (Correct answer)

Explanation

In certain states, participation in local council elections is optional.

Questions 6–20 of Practice Test 6

6. We are all free to follow and share different beliefs and traditions, as long as:

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7. Equality of men and women does NOT mean:

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8. What must Australian citizens aged 18 years or over do regarding elections?

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9. Which of these is NOT explicitly listed as a basis for equality under Australian law?

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10. How is the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) best described?

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11. Which of the following claims about police forces in Australia is NOT accurate?

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12. What process determines who becomes the Prime Minister of Australia?

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13. What is the title given to the head of a state government in Australia?

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14. Identify another common designation for the House of Representatives.

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15. Local governments typically manage all the following services EXCEPT:

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16. What is the main function of the Judicial arm of government?

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17. What distinguishes a criminal law case from a civil law case?

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18. What is the legal age of sexual consent across Australia?

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19. The Australian value of a 'fair go' implies that:

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20. If someone suspects a person is planning a serious crime, what action aligns with Australian values?

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