Free Practice Test 29 /20 39 votes, 4.7 avg 32839 Time ends. Practice Test 29 Practice Sessions Completed: 32839 Average score: 80% 1 / 20 What is the basis of the number of Members of the Parliament for each state and territory? Number of people in the state or territory Number of Australian population Number of states The number of MPs for each state and territory is based on the number of people in that state or territory. (Source: Page 28 - The House of Representatives, How is Australia governed?, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 2 / 20 What religious or cultural practices is illegal and against the Australian law, which may result in several legal penalties? Polygamy and forced marriage Public demonstrations and protests Divorce Some religious or cultural practices, such as polygamy (being married to more than one person at the same time) and forced marriage, are against the law in Australia and can result in severe legal penalties, including imprisonment. (Source: Page 35 - Freedom of religion, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 3 / 20 Who values equal rights of everyone regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, race, ethnic or national origin? Local government agencies International organisations Australian society Australian society values the equal rights of all people, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, race, or national or ethnic origin. (Source: Page 36 - Equality of all people under the law, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 4 / 20 Where can you find the gold Commonwealth Star in the Commonwealth Coat of Arms? Side of the shield Bottom of the shield Above the shield A gold Commonwealth Star sits above the shield. (Source: Page 15 - Commonwealth Coat of Arms, Australia’s symbols, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 5 / 20 Who must be provided with equal opportunity to pursue their interests and goals regardless of where they came from or what religion they belong to for as long as they follow Australian laws? Everyone in Australia Only Australian citizens Foreign nationals only All people should be provided equal opportunity to pursue their goals and interests regardless of their ethnicity or religion as long as they are obeying Australian law. (Source: Page 35 - Freedom of religion, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 6 / 20 Who ensures that all citizens are informed of their tax rights and responsibilities to pay the correct amount of tax? The parliamentary representatives The defence force ATO The ATO works to ensure all citizens are aware of their tax rights and obligations to pay the correct amount of tax. (Source: Page 22 - Participating in Australian society, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 7 / 20 What are the native Australian animals in the Commonwealth Coat of Arms? Koala and Walrus Kangaroo and Emu Emu and Tiger A kangaroo and an emu support the shield on each side. Both are native Australian animals. (Source: Page 15 - Commonwealth Coat of Arms, Australia’s symbols, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 8 / 20 Apart from the business, investments, and work, what other type of tax you pay to ATO? Investment Tax Goods and Services Tax Vehicle Tax There are also taxes on many goods and services. (Source: Page 22 - Participating in Australian society, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 9 / 20 What does the shield represent in the Commonwealth Coat of Arms? Seven states and federation Six territories and a state Six states and federation The Commonwealth Coat of Arms is the official symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia. It represents our national unity. It identifies the authority and property of the Commonwealth of Australia. The shield in the centre represents the six states and federation. (Source: Page 15 - Commonwealth Coat of Arms, Australia’s symbols, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 10 / 20 Who needs to be aware of their tax rights and obligations? All Australian citizens Government officials only Aboriginals only The ATO works to ensure all citizens are aware of their tax rights and obligations to pay the correct amount of tax. (Source: Page 22 - Participating in Australian society, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 11 / 20 What is the symbol for the six states and federation in the Commonwealth Coat of Arms? Shield Stars Sun The Commonwealth Coat of Arms is the official symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia. It represents our national unity. It identifies the authority and property of the Commonwealth of Australia. The shield in the centre represents the six states and federation. (Source: Page 15 - Commonwealth Coat of Arms, Australia’s symbols, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 12 / 20 Australia is divided into ________. Federal electorates House of People House of Representatives Australia is divided into federal electorates. Members of Parliament (MPs) represent the people in their electorate. (Source: Page 28 - The House of Representatives, How is Australia governed?, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 13 / 20 Who debates about the new laws in the Australian Parliament? Members of Parliament Members of Public Members of Judiciary Members of Parliament and senators debate proposals for new laws in the Australian Parliament. (Source: Page 28 - The House of Representatives, How is Australia governed?, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 14 / 20 How do the Members of Parliament and senators come up with new laws in the Australian Parliament? Await approval from Governor Await Prime Minister's approval Debate proposals Members of Parliament and senators debate proposals for new laws in the Australian Parliament. (Source: Page 28 - The House of Representatives, How is Australia governed?, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 15 / 20 How many members are elected to the House of Representatives? 150 12 76 Overall, there are over 150 members elected to the House of Representatives. (Source: Page 28 - The House of Representatives, How is Australia governed?, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 16 / 20 What sits above the shield in the Commonwealth Coat of Arms? Emu Kangaroo Gold Commonwealth Star A gold Commonwealth Star sits above the shield. (Source: Page 15 - Commonwealth Coat of Arms, Australia’s symbols, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 17 / 20 All citizens must be aware of their _______ to pay the correct amount of tax? tax rights and obligations surroundings capacity The ATO works to ensure all citizens are aware of their tax rights and obligations to pay the correct amount of tax. (Source: Page 22 - Participating in Australian society, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 18 / 20 What could be the consequences of engaging in polygamy or forced marriage in Australia? Community service Imprisonment Fines Some religious or cultural practices, such as polygamy (being married to more than one person at the same time) and forced marriage, are against the law in Australia and can result in severe legal penalties, including imprisonment. (Source: Page 35 - Freedom of religion, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 19 / 20 What is unacceptable in Australian society? Religious tolerance Religious intolerance Cultural diversity Religious intolerance is not acceptable in Australian society. (Source: Page 35 - Freedom of religion, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 20 / 20 What is the purpose of ATO? To only collect tax To pay for homeless Ensures all citizens are aware of their tax rights and obligations The ATO works to ensure all citizens are aware of their tax rights and obligations to pay the correct amount of tax. (Source: Page 22 - Participating in Australian society, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) Facebook 0% Restart test Send feedback Previous Test Next Test
