15 Must-Know Australian Citizenship Practice Questions (With Answers) for 2025
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You've read "Our Common Bond". You feel like you know the material. But how do you know if you're really ready for the pressure of the real Australian Citizenship Test?
The answer is practice. Taking practice tests is the #1 way to build the confidence and knowledge needed to pass.
To help you get started, we’ve compiled 15 practice questions that cover the key areas of the test. See how you do!
Question 1: What is the Commonwealth Coat of Arms a symbol of?
a) The Australian Parliament
b) National unity
c) The Australian Defence Force
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Correct Answer: b) National unity. The Coat of Arms includes the badges of the six states, enclosed by a border, symbolising their federation into one nation.
Question 2: Which of the following is a responsibility of every Australian citizen aged 18 years or over?
a) To join the army if needed
b) To do jury service if called upon
c) To attend local council meetings
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Correct Answer: b) To do jury service if called upon. Serving on a jury is a key responsibility, alongside voting and obeying the law. This is a common question on the test.
Question 3: On what date did the Australian colonies unite to form the Commonwealth of Australia?
a) 26 January 1788
b) 1 January 1901
c) 25 April 1915
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Correct Answer: b) 1 January 1901. This historic event is known as Federation. It was the day the six separate British colonies united to become one nation, the Commonwealth of Australia.
Question 4: Who is the King's representative in Australia at the federal level?
a) The Prime Minister
b) The Governor-General
c) The Premier
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Correct Answer: b) The Governor-General. The Governor-General is appointed by the King on the advice of the Australian Prime Minister and performs constitutional and ceremonial duties on behalf of the Head of State.
Question 5: In Australian society, having freedom of speech means you can:
a) Say and write whatever you want without any limits
b) Express your opinions, as long as you do not incite violence against others
c) Only criticise the government in private
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Correct Answer: b) Express your opinions, as long as you do not incite violence against others. This is a key Australian value. Freedom of speech is a fundamental right, but it comes with the responsibility to not harm others or break the law.
Question 6: What are the national colours of Australia?
a) Red, white and blue
b) Green and gold
c) Blue and yellow
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Correct Answer: b) Green and gold. These colours were inspired by Australia's national floral emblem, the Golden Wattle, and are famously worn by Australian athletes in international sporting competitions.
Question 7: Which of these is a primary responsibility of local government?
a) Raising an army
b) Issuing passports
c) Collecting rubbish and maintaining local parks
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Correct Answer: c) Collecting rubbish and maintaining local parks. Local governments (councils) handle community services like waste collection, local roads, building permits, and public facilities like libraries and parks.
Question 8: What is the capital city of Australia?
a) Sydney
b) Melbourne
c) Canberra
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Correct Answer: c) Canberra. While Sydney and Melbourne are larger cities, Canberra was chosen as the nation's capital in 1908 as a compromise between the two rivals.
Question 9: Is voting in federal and state elections compulsory for Australian citizens aged 18 and over?
a) Yes, it is a responsibility
b) No, it is optional
c) Only for people who own property
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Correct Answer: a) Yes, it is a responsibility. Voting is both a right and a responsibility for all adult citizens. Australia is one of the few countries in the world with compulsory voting.
Question 10: What does the Australian value of a 'fair go' mean?
a) Everyone gets the same outcome in life
b) Everyone should have the same opportunities to succeed through hard work
c) Only people born in Australia are guaranteed fair treatment
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Correct Answer: b) Everyone should have the same opportunities to succeed through hard work. A 'fair go' is about equality of opportunity, where what someone achieves in life is based on their talent and effort, not their background.
Question 11: On which day do we commemorate the landing of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps at Gallipoli?
a) Australia Day (26 January)
b) Remembrance Day (11 November)
c) Anzac Day (25 April)
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Correct Answer: c) Anzac Day (25 April). This is one of Australia's most important national occasions. It marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War and now commemorates all who have served.
Question 12: What are the three levels of government in Australia?
a) Federal, State/Territory, and Local
b) Parliamentary, Senate, and Royal
c) Prime Minister, Premier, and Mayor
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Correct Answer: a) Federal, State/Territory, and Local. Each level has different responsibilities. Federal deals with national issues (e.g., defence, immigration), State/Territory deals with state-wide issues (e.g., hospitals, schools), and Local deals with community issues.
Question 13: What is the title of Australia's national anthem?
a) God Save the King
b) Waltzing Matilda
c) Advance Australia Fair
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Correct Answer: c) Advance Australia Fair. While 'Waltzing Matilda' is a famous and beloved folk song, 'Advance Australia Fair' was officially declared the national anthem in 1984.
Question 14: Which of these statements about Australian law is correct?
a) The government and the police are above the law
b) The law applies to everyone, regardless of their position
c) The law can be ignored if you don't agree with it
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Correct Answer: b) The law applies to everyone, regardless of their position. This is the principle of the 'rule of law', a fundamental value in Australia. It means no one is above the law.
Question 15: What is the first line of Australia's national anthem?
a) "Australians all let us rejoice"
b) "Beneath our radiant Southern Cross"
c) "Our home is girt by sea"
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Correct Answer: a) "Australians all let us rejoice". Knowing the first line of the national anthem is important knowledge about a key national symbol.
How Did You Score?
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