Free Practice Test 16

Legislative power is the power to make laws. Parliament has the power to make and change the laws in Australia. Parliament is made up of representatives who are elected by the people of Australia.

The Australian Constitution divides the power of government between the legislative (Parliament), executive (for example the Prime Minister and the Cabinet) and judicial powers (judges), to stop one person, or one group, from holding all the power.

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.

(Source: Page 38 - Compassion for those in need, Our community, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)

As an Australian citizen you must:

• obey the laws of Australia
• vote in federal and state or territory elections, and in a referendum
• defend Australia should the need arise
• serve on a jury if called to do so

(Source: Page 20 - Responsibilities and privileges of Australian citizenship, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)

As an Australian citizen you must:

• obey the laws of Australia
• vote in federal and state or territory elections, and in a referendum
• defend Australia should the need arise
• serve on a jury if called to do so

(Source: Page 20 - Responsibilities and privileges of Australian citizenship, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)

Tasmania's capital city is Hobart.

(Source: Page 11 - The states , Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)

Tasmanian icons include Cradle Mountain, Port Arthur, and the Bay of Fires.

(Source: Page 11 - The states , Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)

As an Australian citizen you must:

• obey the laws of Australia
• vote in federal and state or territory elections, and in a referendum
• defend Australia should the need arise
• serve on a jury if called to do so

(Source: Page 20 - Responsibilities and privileges of Australian citizenship, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)

Legislative power is the power to make laws. Parliament has the power to make and change the laws in Australia. Parliament is made up of representatives who are elected by the people of Australia.

Australians expect everyone living in Australia to participate in our society and make a contribution to our community.

(Source: Page 38 - Making a contribution, Our community, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)

Legislative power is the power to make laws. Parliament has the power to make and change the laws in Australia. Parliament is made up of representatives who are elected by the people of Australia.

Citizenship gives you the opportunity to fully participate in our nation's life and community. It means that you are ready to fulfl your responsibilities as an Australian citizen.

(Source: Page 38 - Making a contribution, Our community, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)

The Australian Capital Territory is located between Sydney and Melbourne.

(Source: Page 11 - The territories , Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)

As an Australian citizen you must:

• obey the laws of Australia
• vote in federal and state or territory elections, and in a referendum
• defend Australia should the need arise
• serve on a jury if called to do so.

(Source: Page 20 - Responsibilities and privileges of Australian citizenship, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)

Legislative power is the power to make laws. Parliament has the power to make and change the laws in Australia. Parliament is made up of representatives who are elected by the people of Australia.

Australians expect everyone living in Australia to participate in our society and make a contribution to our community.

(Source: Page 38 - Making a contribution, Our community, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)

As an Australian citizen you can:

• vote in federal and state or territory elections, and in a referendum
• apply for children born overseas to become Australian citizens by descent
• apply for a job in the Australian Public Service or in the Australian Defence Force
• seek election to parliament
• apply for an Australian passport and re-enter Australia freely
• ask for consular assistance from an Australian official while overseas.

(Source: Page 20 - Responsibilities and privileges of Australian citizenship, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)

Everyone has a responsibility to try and support themselves and their families when they are able to do so.

(Source: Page 38 - Making a contribution, Our community, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)

Tasmania is the smallest state, separated from the mainland by the Bass Strait. Tasmania’s capital city is Hobart. Much of the island has unspoilt wilderness landscapes.

(Source: Page 11 - The states , Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)

The Australian Capital Territory is located between Sydney and Melbourne. It is home to the nation’s capital city, Canberra.

(Source: Page 11 - The territories , Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond)