Australian Citizenship Exam Questions
1. What is the capital city of Australia?
A. Sydney
B. Melbourne
C. Brisbane
D. Canberra
2. Who is Australia’s Head of State?
A. Prime Minister
B. Governor-General
C. President
D. King of Australia
3. What is the national flower of Australia?
A. Wattle
B. Rose
C. Tulip
D. Golden Wattle
4. What are the official colours of Australia?
A. Red and white
B. Blue and red
C. Green and gold
D. Black and yellow
5. Which day is Australia Day celebrated?
A. 1 January
B. 26 January
C. 25 April
D. 1 July
6. What does ANZAC stand for?
A. Australian National Zone Army Corps
B. Australian and New Zealand Armed Command
C. Australian and New Zealand Army Corps
D. Allied National Zone Army Corps
7. What system of government does Australia have?
A. Dictatorship
B. Absolute monarchy
C. Republic
D. Democratic parliamentary monarchy
8. Who can vote in federal elections?
A. Only citizens over 21
B. Permanent residents
C. Australian citizens aged 18 or over
D. Anyone living in Australia
9. Voting in Australia is:
A. Optional
B. Only for men
C. Only for citizens
D. Compulsory
10. What is the name of Australia’s national anthem?
A. God Save the King
B. Advance Australia Fair
C. Waltzing Matilda
D. Advance Australia Fair
11. What is the role of the Prime Minister?
A. Head of State
B. Head of Government
C. Leader of the courts
D. Commander of police
12. What document establishes Australia’s laws?
A. Magna Carta
B. Bill of Rights
C. Australian Constitution
D. Parliament Act
13. How many states are there in Australia?
A. 4
B. 5
C. 6
D. 8
14. Which is NOT a state of Australia?
A. Tasmania
B. Victoria
C. Queensland
D. Northern Territory
15. What are the two territories of Australia?
A. Victoria and WA
B. Northern Territory and ACT
C. NSW and SA
D. Tasmania and ACT
16. What do we call the first inhabitants of Australia?
A. Islanders
B. Colonists
C. Europeans
D. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
17. What is the role of the Governor-General?
A. Makes laws
B. Leads parliament
C. Represents the King in Australia
D. Runs elections
18. Which level of government is responsible for schools?
A. Federal
B. State and territory
C. Local
D. International
19. Which level of government manages rubbish collection?
A. Federal
B. State
C. Local
D. Territory
20. What must citizens do when called for jury service?
A. Ignore it
B. Pay a fine
C. Serve unless they have a valid reason
D. Move interstate
21. What is freedom of speech?
A. Saying anything without limits
B. Ability to express opinions within the law
C. Only speaking in public
D. Speaking against government only
22. What is equality of opportunity?
A. Same income for everyone
B. Same chances regardless of background
C. Same religion
D. Same education
23. Which religion has the most followers in Australia?
A. Islam
B. Hinduism
C. Christianity
D. Buddhism
24. What is the legal age to vote in Australia?
A. 16
B. 17
C. 18
D. 21
25. What should you do if you disagree with a law?
A. Break it
B. Ignore it
C. Protest violently
D. Change it through democratic processes
26. Which animal appears on the Australian Coat of Arms?
A. Koala
B. Emu and Kangaroo
C. Platypus
D. Emu and Kangaroo
27. What does “mateship” mean?
A. Wealth
B. Friendship and loyalty
C. Competition
D. Helping and supporting others
28. Who makes federal laws?
A. Courts
B. Prime Minister
C. Australian Parliament
D. Police
29. What is the role of the High Court?
A. Enforces laws
B. Makes laws
C. Interprets the law
D. Collects taxes
30. What happens if you do not vote?
A. Nothing
B. Lose citizenship
C. May receive a fine
D. Go to jail
31. What is the name of the lower house of parliament?
A. Senate
B. High Court
C. House of Representatives
D. Cabinet
32. How many senators does each state have?
A. 6
B. 10
C. 12
D. 20
33. What is the responsibility of Australian citizens?
A. Ignore laws
B. Obey laws and vote
C. Only pay taxes
D. Serve in military
34. What does the rule of law mean?
A. Police are above law
B. Government is above law
C. Everyone is equal before the law
D. Judges make personal decisions
35. Which ocean is west of Australia?
A. Pacific Ocean
B. Southern Ocean
C. Indian Ocean
D. Atlantic Ocean
36. What document do new citizens make during the ceremony?
A. Contract
B. Pledge of commitment
C. Constitution
D. Voting form
37. What language is the national language of Australia?
A. None
B. Aboriginal languages
C. English
D. French
38. Which city hosted the first federal parliament?
A. Canberra
B. Melbourne
C. Sydney
D. Perth
39. What is a fair go?
A. Free money
B. Special treatment
C. Equal chance for everyone
D. Easy life
40. Who is responsible for Australia’s defence?
A. Local government
B. State government
C. Federal government
D. United Nations
41. What is the name of Australia’s largest state?
A. Queensland
B. Victoria
C. Western Australia
D. New South Wales
42. What is compulsory for all Australian children?
A. Religion
B. Military service
C. School education
D. Voting
43. What does multiculturalism mean?
A. One culture
B. No culture
C. Many cultures living together
D. Foreign rule
44. What is the role of local government?
A. National security
B. Community services and facilities
C. Immigration
D. Foreign policy
45. Which holiday remembers Australian soldiers?
A. Australia Day
B. Queen’s Birthday
C. ANZAC Day
D. Harmony Day
46. What is the official national gemstone of Australia?
A. Diamond
B. Ruby
C. Opal
D. Sapphire
47. What should you do if treated unfairly?
A. Stay silent
B. Fight physically
C. Use legal channels
D. Leave the country
48. What does secular government mean?
A. Religious laws apply
B. No freedom of religion
C. Government and religion are separate
D. Only one religion allowed
49. Who chooses the Prime Minister?
A. King
B. Governor-General
C. The party with most seats in parliament
D. High Court
50. What is one benefit of Australian citizenship?
A. Free housing
B. No laws
C. Right to vote and apply for an Australian passport
D. Automatic government job