Free Practice Test 7 /20 126 votes, 4.7 avg 96918 Time ends. Practice Test 7 Practice Sessions Completed: 96918 Average score: 76% 1 / 20 What did each British colony have? Own constitution and laws Own missiles Own alliance with foreigners Each colony had its own constitution and laws relating to defence, immigration, postage, trade and transport. (Source: Page 25 - Federation, How did we establish our system of government? Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 2 / 20 When was separate colonies united into a federation of states? 1900 1901 1875 In 1901, the separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia. (Source: Page 9 - The nation of Australia, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 3 / 20 A federation of states is called Commonwealth of Great Britain Commonwealth of Australia Australian Government In 1901, the separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia. (Source: Page 9 - The nation of Australia, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 4 / 20 What was the weakness of the separate colonies before 1901? Foreign Government Defence system Faster Communication The separate colonies also had weak systems of defence. As a result, people wanted to unite the colonies to form a single nation. More importantly, Australia’s national identity was beginning to form. (Source: Page 25 - Federation, How did we establish our system of government? Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 5 / 20 What must be followed in Australia, including where it is different from religious laws? Australian laws Religious laws International treaties Religious laws have no legal status in Australia. Australian law must be followed by everyone in Australia, including where it is different from religious laws. (Source: Page 35 - Freedom of religion, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 6 / 20 When did separate colonies got united into the Commonwealth of Australia? 1865 1900 1901 In 1901, the separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia. (Source: Page 9 - The nation of Australia, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 7 / 20 What problems were caused by having separate colonies? Expensive and slow trade and transport Faster communication Unified defence systems Each colony had its own constitution and laws relating to defence, immigration, postage, trade and transport. However, this created difficulties between the colonies. For example, trade and transport between the colonies was expensive and slow, and enforcing the law across borders was difficult. The separate colonies also had weak systems of defence. As a result, people wanted to unite the colonies to form a single nation. More importantly, Australia’s national identity was beginning to form. (Source: Page 25 - Federation, How did we establish our system of government? Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 8 / 20 What year did the Commonwealth of Australia got established? 1865 1900 1901 In 1901, the separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia. (Source: Page 9 - The nation of Australia, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 9 / 20 What kind of liberty allows people to say and write what they think and discuss their ideas with other people? Freedom of expression Freedom of speech Freedom of association Freedom of speech is a core Australian value and underpins our democratic system. Freedom of speech means people can say and write what they think, and discuss their ideas with others. (Source: Page 19 - Our freedoms, Freedom of speech and freedom of expression, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 10 / 20 What was the status of trade and transport during the British colony? Cheap and efficient Expensive and slow Fast and expensive Each colony had its own constitution and laws relating to defence, immigration, postage, trade and transport. However, this created difficulties between the colonies. For example, trade and transport between the colonies was expensive and slow, and enforcing the law across borders was difficult. The separate colonies also had weak systems of defence. As a result, people wanted to unite the colonies to form a single nation. More importantly, Australia’s national identity was beginning to form. (Source: Page 25 - Federation, How did we establish our system of government? Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 11 / 20 What underpins our democratic system? Freedom of associaton Freedom of expression Freedom of speech Freedom of speech is a core Australian value and underpins our democratic system. Freedom of speech means people can say and write what they think, and discuss their ideas with others. (Source: Page 19 - Our freedoms, Freedom of speech and freedom of expression, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 12 / 20 Who treats everyone equally regardless of their religion or beliefs? Private businesses Religious institutions Government The government treats all citizens equally, whatever their religion or beliefs. (Source: Page 35 - Freedom of religion, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 13 / 20 What is it called when a man or woman is married to more than one person at the same time? Monogamy Bigamy Polygamy 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) 14 / 20 When did the Australia's population more than doubled? 1851 1900 1901 In 1851, a ‘gold rush’ began when gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria. People from all around the world came to these colonies to try to make their fortunes. Chinese people arriving at this time were the first large group of migrants not from Europe. In 10 years, Australia’s population more than doubled. (Source: Page 8 - Early days of European settlement, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 15 / 20 What should be followed even during religious practices? Local customs Australian laws Religious doctrines only However, religious practices must not break Australian laws. (Source: Page 35 - Freedom of religion, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 16 / 20 What is the core value of Australians? Freedom of associaton Freedom of expression Freedom of speech Freedom of speech is a core Australian value and underpins our democratic system. Freedom of speech means people can say and write what they think, and discuss their ideas with others. (Source: Page 19 - Our freedoms, Freedom of speech and freedom of expression, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 17 / 20 What did each colony have that caused difficulties between them? A single national law No laws at all Its own constitution and laws Each colony had its own constitution and laws relating to defence, immigration, postage, trade and transport. However, this created difficulties between the colonies. For example, trade and transport between the colonies was expensive and slow, and enforcing the law across borders was difficult. The separate colonies also had weak systems of defence. As a result, people wanted to unite the colonies to form a single nation. More importantly, Australia’s national identity was beginning to form. (Source: Page 25 - Federation, How did we establish our system of government? Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 18 / 20 What kind of freedom underpins the Australian democratic system? Freedom of expression Freedom of speech Freedom of association Freedom of speech is a core Australian value and underpins our democratic system. Freedom of speech means people can say and write what they think, and discuss their ideas with others. (Source: Page 19 - Our freedoms, Freedom of speech and freedom of expression, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 19 / 20 What kind of freedom enables people to discuss their ideas with other people? Freedom of association Freedom of speech Freedom of expression Freedom of speech is a core Australian value and underpins our democratic system. Freedom of speech means people can say and write what they think, and discuss their ideas with others. (Source: Page 19 - Our freedoms, Freedom of speech and freedom of expression, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 20 / 20 What has no legal status in Australia? Federal laws Religious laws State regulations Religious laws have no legal status in Australia. Australian law must be followed by everyone in Australia, including where it is different from religious laws. (Source: Page 35 - Freedom of religion, Our values, Australian Values, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) Facebook 0% Restart test Send feedback Previous Test Next Test
