Free Practice Test 23 /20 54 votes, 4.8 avg 31807 Time ends. Practice Test 23 Practice Sessions Completed: 31807Average score: 83% 1 / 20 What is Australia's system of government called? The monarchial system House of Representatives Parliamentary democracy Australia's system of government is a parliamentary democracy.(Source: Page 34 - Parliamentary democracy, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 2 / 20 What are the colours of the Australian National Flag? Black, white, red Blue, white, and red Red, white, green The Australian National Flag is blue, white and red.(Source: Page 14 - Australia's flags, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 3 / 20 What are the other flags that are officially recognised in the country apart from the Australian National Flag? The Great Britain Flag and the Aboriginal Flag Australian Aboriginal Flag and the Torres Strait Islander Flag Torres Strair Islander and Great Britain Flag Other flags that are officially recognised and may be flown in the community include the Australian Aboriginal Flag and the Torres Strait Islander Flag.(Source: Page 14 - Australia's flags, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 4 / 20 What kind of election to parliament can an eligible Australian citizen candidate run for? Referendum level Federal, state, or territorial level Federal level Australian citizens who are aged 18 years or over, and who are not dual citizens, can seek election to parliament at the federal, state or territory level.(Source: Page 22 - Privileges, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 5 / 20 In Australia, to whom do the Australian laws apply? Australian citizens only Foreign residents only Everyone Australian laws apply to all people in Australia. This means regardless of your background or culture, you must follow Australian laws.(Source: Page 34 - Commitment to the Rule of Law, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 6 / 20 What does the 'Union Jack' represent? History of British settlement and the laws and institutions we inherited The European settlement and the values we inherited British settlement and the values we share The ‘Union Jack’, which is the flag of the United Kingdom is in the top left corner. It represents our history of British settlement and the laws and institutions we inherited as a result.(Source: Page 14 - Australia's flags, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 7 / 20 Who approves the appointment of the Australian Government? Governor-General Queen Premier approving the appointment of the Australian Government and its ministers, federal judges and other officials. 8 / 20 Where does this law fall under: all Australians and equal in relation to the Law and that no individual or group of people is above the law? Under Rule of Law Under Rule of Australia Act of 1900 Under the Rule of Law, all Australians are equal in relation to the law and no person or group is above the law.(Source: Page 34 - Commitment to the Rule of Law, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 9 / 20 What Australian Defence Force work can an individual apply for if they are granted citizenship? Public Servant, Navy, Air Force Army, Navy and Air Force Air Force, Army, Parliamentary Australian citizens also have the right to apply for a job in the Australian Defence Force (the Army, Navy and Air Force).(Source: Page 22 - Privileges, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 10 / 20 Where is the 'Union Jack' located in the flag? Top right corner Top left corner Bottom left corner The ‘Union Jack’, which is the flag of the United Kingdom is in the top left corner. It represents our history of British settlement and the laws and institutions we inherited as a result.(Source: Page 14 - Australia's flags, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 11 / 20 What represents our British settlement on the flag? Commonwealth Star Union Jack The Souther Star The ‘Union Jack’, which is the flag of the United Kingdom is in the top left corner. It represents our history of British settlement and the laws and institutions we inherited as a result.(Source: Page 14 - Australia's flags, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 12 / 20 Who is protected by the laws and the legal systems? Non-citizen tourists Foreign Diplomats All Australians All Australians are protected by our laws and legal systems. Australians recognise the importance of laws in maintaining a peaceful and orderly society.(Source: Page 34 - Commitment to the Rule of Law, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 13 / 20 Who must recognise the importance of laws and maintaining a peaceful and orderly society? All Australians Internation organisations Foreigners visiting Australia All Australians are protected by our laws and legal systems. Australians recognise the importance of laws in maintaining a peaceful and orderly society.(Source: Page 34 - Commitment to the Rule of Law, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 14 / 20 Which amongst the following choices includes the role of the Governor-General? Acting as Commander-in-Chief of the Australian Defence Force Advice and decides in the court system Decides for the Queen The Governor-General’s role includes: • signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law (this is called Royal Assent) • performing ceremonial duties • approving the appointment of the Australian Government and its ministers, federal judges and other officials • starting the process for a federal election • acting as Commander-in-Chief of the Australian Defence Force. 15 / 20 Who starts the processing for the federal election? Senate Prime Minister Governor-General starting the process for a federal election. 16 / 20 Who is responsible for signing of all Bills that the Australian Parliament passes into law? Judges Queen Governor-General The Governor-General’s role includes: • signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law (this is called Royal Assent). 17 / 20 What privilege is granted to 18 years old and above Australian citizen who does not have dual citizenship? Seek election to parliament Live outside borders of Australia No privileges are granted Australian citizens who are aged 18 years or over, and who are not dual citizens, can seek election to parliament at the federal, state or territory level.(Source: Page 22 - Privileges, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 18 / 20 Who performs all the ceremonial duties and acts as the Commander-in-Chief of the Australian Defence Force? Prime Minister Governor-General Head of Army performing ceremonial duties • acting as Commander-in-Chief of the Australian Defence Force. 19 / 20 What is a privilege of Australian citizenship related to employment? Applying for a job in the Australian Public Service Receiving free university education Running for a foreign parliament A privilege of Australian citizenship is to apply for a job in the Australian Public Service and work for the Australian Government, for example, in Services Australia or the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).(Source: Page 22 - Privileges, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 20 / 20 Where can an individual apply if they are granted Australian citizenship? World bank European union Australian Public Service and the Australian Government A privilege of Australian citizenship is to apply for a job in the Australian Public Service and work for the Australian Government, for example, in Services Australia or the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).(Source: Page 22 - Privileges, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) Facebook 0% Restart test Send feedback Previous Test Next Test
