Free Practice Test 8 /20 124 votes, 4.7 avg 97780 Time ends. Practice Test 8 Practice Sessions Completed: 97780 Average score: 79% 1 / 20 When was parliament established in Australia? 1901 1900 1785 In 1901, the separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia. It was at this time that our national democratic institutions, including our national parliament, government and the High Court were established under the new Australian Constitution. (Source: Page 9 - The nation of Australia, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 2 / 20 What is it called when a group of people can peacefully protest against the government whilst still adhering to Australian laws? Freedom of speech Freedom of expression Freedom of association For example, people can criticise the government, protest peacefully against government decisions and campaign to change laws, so long as at all times they are still obeying Australian laws. (Source: Page 19 - Our freedoms, Freedom of speech and freedom of expression, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 3 / 20 When was the Commonwealth of Australia formed? 1 January 1910 1 January 1901 1 March 1901 On 1 January 1901, the colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia. (Source: Page 25 - Federation, How did we establish our system of government? Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 4 / 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) 5 / 20 When did the British colonies unite? 1 March 1 February 1 January On 1 January 1901, the colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia. (Source: Page 25 - Federation, How did we establish our system of government? Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 6 / 20 What kind of freedom allows Australian to campaign to change the laws for as long as they are still obeying Australian laws? Freedom of expression Freedom of association Freedom of speech Freedom of speech means people can say and write what they think, and discuss their ideas with others. For example, people can criticise the government, protest peacefully against government decisions and campaign to change laws, so long as at all times they are still obeying Australian laws. (Source: Page 19 - Our freedoms, Freedom of speech and freedom of expression, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 7 / 20 What kind of freedom is it when people can express their views through art, film, music, and literature? Freedom of speech Freedom of expression Freedom of association Freedom of expression means people can express their views, including through art, flm, music and literature. People are free to meet in public or private places for social or political discussion. (Source: Page 19 - Our freedoms, Freedom of speech and freedom of expression, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 8 / 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) 9 / 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) 10 / 20 In what ways was Australian culture developing? Only through government laws Through popular songs, poems, stories and art Through cultural practices, street dance, and flute Sporting teams were representing Australia internationally and an Australian culture was developing in popular songs, poems, stories and art. (Source: Page 25 - Federation, How did we establish our system of government? Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 11 / 20 What were Australian sporting teams doing internationally? Representing other countries Representing Australia Playing only local matches Sporting teams were representing Australia internationally and an Australian culture was developing in popular songs, poems, stories and art. (Source: Page 25 - Federation, How did we establish our system of government? Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 12 / 20 What was the population of Australia in 1901? Four million Six million Two million In 1901, Australia’s population was about four million. (Source: Page 9 - The nation of Australia, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 13 / 20 What is the term used to describe united colonies that were turned into a federation of states? Confederation Commonwealth Republic On 1 January 1901, the colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia. (Source: Page 25 - Federation, How did we establish our system of government? Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 14 / 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) 15 / 20 When was High Court established in Australia? 1901 1900 1857 In 1901, the separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia. It was at this time that our national democratic institutions, including our national parliament, government and the High Court were established under the new Australian Constitution. (Source: Page 9 - The nation of Australia, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 16 / 20 Whose Constitution was established in 1901? Europe Great Britain Australia In 1901, the separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia. It was at this time that our national democratic institutions, including our national parliament, government and the High Court were established under the new Australian Constitution. (Source: Page 9 - The nation of Australia, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 17 / 20 What year did the national democratic institutions got established? 1901 1902 1903 In 1901, the separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia. It was at this time that our national democratic institutions, including our national parliament, government and the High Court were established under the new Australian Constitution. (Source: Page 9 - The nation of Australia, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) 18 / 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) 19 / 20 What core value allows Australian to discuss, speak, write, and discuss what's on their mind with other people? Freedom of expression Freedom of association 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) 20 / 20 What is it called if people can freely criticise and protest peacefully against the decision of the government? Freedom of speech Freedom of expression Freedom of association For example, people can criticise the government, protest peacefully against government decisions and campaign to change laws, so long as at all times they are still obeying Australian laws. (Source: Page 19 - Our freedoms, Freedom of speech and freedom of expression, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond) Facebook 0% Restart test Send feedback Previous Test Next Test
