Free Practice Test 45 /20 45 votes, 4.8 avg 24432 Time ends. Practice Test 45 Practice Sessions Completed: 24432Average score: 83% 1 / 20 How is power given to the government by Australians? Through voting in elections By appointing officials directly Through finance contributions The power of the government comes from the Australian people because Australian citizens vote for people to represent them in parliament.(Source: Page 34 - Parliamentary democracy, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 2 / 20 Apart from disability and age, what are other factors that are included in the Australian laws? Gender and race Sexuality Age There are a number of laws in Australia that ensure a person is not treated differently to others because of their gender, race, disability or age.(Source: Page 20 - Our equalities, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 3 / 20 What is it called when the Governor-General signs and approves a Bill to become a law? Royal Assent Royal Approval Assent of the Royalty The Governor-General signs a Bill so that it becomes law. This is called ‘Royal Assent’. 4 / 20 What kind of courts does Australia have? Independent Courts Dependent Courts Combined The courts in Australia are independent. 5 / 20 What is a fair go? Australians value equal opportunity in our society Australians can visit other countries Australians are fair and welcoming to everyone Australians value equal opportunity in our society; what is often called a 'fair go'.(Source: Page 20 - Our equalities, Equality of opportunity and a ‘fair go’, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 6 / 20 Which is the capital city of Western Australia? Adelaide Canberra Perth Perth is the capital city of Western Australia.(Source: Page 11 - The states , Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 7 / 20 What is compulsory in Australia? Campaigning Community service Voting Voting is compulsory in Australia. This shows the importance of participating in elections.(Source: Page 34 - Parliamentary democracy, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 8 / 20 Which are the phenomenal icons of Western Australia? Great Barrier Reef Harbour Bridge Ningaloo Coast, Margaret River, and the Kimberley region Western Australia’s icons include the Ningaloo Coast, Margaret River, and the Kimberley region.(Source: Page 11 - The states , Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 9 / 20 Who have equal rights in Australia? Men and women King and his followers Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islander Men and women have equal rights in Australia.(Source: Page 20 - Our equalities, Gender equality, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 10 / 20 Where does the power of government come from? Prime minister Governor-General Australian people The power of the government comes from the Australian people because Australian citizens vote for people to represent them in parliament.(Source: Page 34 - Parliamentary democracy, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 11 / 20 Who is the one signing the Bill to become a law? Prime Minister Governor-General Her Majesty Queen Charles III The Governor-General signs a Bill so that it becomes law. This is called ‘Royal Assent’. 12 / 20 To whom do the Bill proceeds if the majority of the members in each House of Parliament voted "agree" to the Bill? Governor-General Governor Prime Minister If the majority of members in each House of Parliament agree to the Bill, it goes to the Governor-General. 13 / 20 What do Australian's value in our society? Equal opportunity Freedom of speech Freedom of association Australians value equal opportunity in our society; what is often called a 'fair go'.(Source: Page 20 - Our equalities, Equality of opportunity and a ‘fair go’, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 14 / 20 Under the equalities, what is considered a violation against both men and women? Gender discrimination Racism Assault It is against the law to discriminate against a person because of their gender.(Source: Page 20 - Our equalities, Gender equality, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 15 / 20 Which is the largest state in Australia? Western Australia Queensland New South Wales Western Australia is the largest state.(Source: Page 11 - The states , Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 16 / 20 Who will be the one to decide if a person has or has not broken the law and also determine the penalty? Judge Prime Minister The Court A court will decide if a person has or has not broken the law and decide the penalty. 17 / 20 What is Western Australia known for? Agriculture Opera House Mining The state is home to many large mining projects.(Source: Page 11 - The states , Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 18 / 20 Who elects parliament? Prime Minister Senate All Australians Our laws are determined by parliaments elected by the people. This means that Australian citizens are involved in how the country is governed.(Source: Page 34 - Parliamentary democracy, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 19 / 20 Who determines our laws? Parliaments Prime minister Judiciary Our laws are determined by parliaments elected by the people.(Source: Page 34 - Parliamentary democracy, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 20 / 20 What is South Australia known for? Rugged coastline and wine regions Tropical rainforests Deserted land South Australia has a rugged coastline and many famous wine regions.(Source: Page 11 - The states , Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) Facebook 0% Restart test Send feedback Previous Test Next Test
