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Question 1 · Multiple choice
Where can an Australian citizen ask for help while overseas? A At any foreign police station only B At the local office of the Australian Electoral Commission C At an Australian embassy, high commission or consulate D Only by returning to Australia
Show answer Correct answer: C — At an Australian embassy, high commission or consulate
Why? In many countries Australia has an embassy, high commission or consulate where citizens can ask for consular assistance. Source
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Question 2 · Multiple choice
In a criminal trial, if the jury finds a person guilty, who decides the penalty? A The judge B The jury C The police D The victim
Show answer Correct answer: A — The judge
Why? The judge explains the law to the jury, and if the jury finds a person guilty, the judge decides the penalty. Source
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Question 3 · Multiple choice
Do some Australian laws apply to Australian citizens even when they are overseas? A Yes, for example laws against sexual activity with a child under 16 B No, Australian laws stop at the border C Only tax laws apply overseas D Only traffic laws apply overseas
Show answer Correct answer: A — Yes, for example laws against sexual activity with a child under 16
Why? Some Australian laws must be followed overseas; for example, it is illegal for Australians to be involved in sexual activity with a child under 16, here or overseas. Source
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Question 4 · Multiple choice
On the Torres Strait Islander Flag, what is the white symbol in the centre? A A kangaroo B A boomerang C A golden wattle flower D A dancer's headdress
Show answer Correct answer: D — A dancer's headdress
Why? The white dancer's headdress in the centre is a symbol for all Torres Strait Islanders. Source
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Question 5 · Multiple choice
Which help can Australian officials give citizens overseas? A Paying for their holiday if they run out of money while travelling B Cancelling a foreign country's laws for them C Guaranteeing they will not be arrested D An emergency passport and support after an accident or serious illness
Show answer Correct answer: D — An emergency passport and support after an accident or serious illness
Why? Australian officials can issue an emergency passport and give advice and support in case of accident, serious illness or death. Source
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Question 6 · Multiple choice
What is the job of the police? A To decide whether people are guilty and set the penalty for crimes B To maintain peace and order and protect life and property C To make new laws D To set the penalty for a crime
Show answer Correct answer: B — To maintain peace and order and protect life and property
Why? The police maintain peace and order in the community and protect life and property. The court decides guilt. Source
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Question 7 · Multiple choice
On the Torres Strait Islander Flag, what do the points of the white star represent? A The island groups in the Torres Strait B The six states of Australia C The planets in the solar system D The original families who lived on each island
Show answer Correct answer: A — The island groups in the Torres Strait
Why? The points of the white star represent the island groups in the Torres Strait; white symbolises peace. Source
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Question 8 · Multiple choice
Which of these would undermine Australia's interests? A Voting in a federal election B Volunteering at a local school C Using social media to share official government secrets D Writing to your member of parliament about a local problem
Show answer Correct answer: C — Using social media to share official government secrets
Why? Our Common Bond gives sharing official government secrets on social media as an example of undermining Australia's interests. Source
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Question 9 · Multiple choice
Which statement about the police in Australia is correct? A They decide whether a person is guilty B They are controlled by political parties C They can set fines for any amount they like D They are independent of the government
Show answer Correct answer: D — They are independent of the government
Why? The police are independent of the government. They can arrest people and bring them before a court, but the court decides guilt. Source
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Question 10 · Multiple choice
What is the official symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia? A The Commonwealth Coat of Arms B The Southern Cross group of stars C The golden wattle D The opal
Show answer Correct answer: A — The Commonwealth Coat of Arms
Why? The Commonwealth Coat of Arms is the official symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia; it identifies its authority and property. Source
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Question 11 · Multiple choice
When an Australian citizen is in another country, they must: A Obey only Australian laws B Ignore all local laws C Follow only the laws of their place of birth D Obey the laws of that country
Show answer Correct answer: D — Obey the laws of that country
Why? When in another country, you must obey the laws of that country. Source
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Question 12 · Multiple choice
Which of these would damage Australian community relations? A Attending a cultural festival B Promoting distrust and fear of an ethnic community C Learning about a neighbour's religion and cultural traditions D Joining a multicultural sports club
Show answer Correct answer: B — Promoting distrust and fear of an ethnic community
Why? Promoting distrust in and fear of an ethnic community would damage Australian community relations. Source
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Question 13 · Multiple choice
Which police force investigates crimes against federal laws, such as drug trafficking? A The state police force B The local council rangers C The Australian Federal Police (AFP) D The Australian Electoral Commission
Show answer Correct answer: C — The Australian Federal Police (AFP)
Why? The Australian Federal Police investigates crimes against federal laws, such as drug trafficking and crimes against national security. Source
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Question 14 · Multiple choice
Which two native animals support the shield on the Commonwealth Coat of Arms? A A koala and a wombat B A kangaroo and an emu C A kangaroo and a koala D An emu and a platypus
Show answer Correct answer: B — A kangaroo and an emu
Why? A kangaroo and an emu, both native Australian animals, support the shield. Source
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Question 15 · Multiple choice
Is it a crime to offer a bribe to a police officer in Australia? A No, only accepting a bribe is a crime B Yes, even offering a bribe is a crime C Only if the amount is large D Only in some states
Show answer Correct answer: B — Yes, even offering a bribe is a crime
Why? It is a serious crime to bribe the police, and a crime even to offer a bribe to a police officer. Source
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Question 16 · Multiple choice
Which of these is an example of actively participating in Australian society? A Refusing to vote in elections to show disapproval B Avoiding contact with neighbours C Volunteering for a local community organisation D Ignoring a jury summons
Show answer Correct answer: C — Volunteering for a local community organisation
Why? Active citizens join community organisations, volunteer, take part in arts and cultural groups and participate in political life. Source
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Question 17 · Multiple choice
During the 2019-20 bushfire season, how did many multicultural communities respond? A They left Australia until the fires stopped B They asked the government to pay them C They stayed away from the affected areas and did nothing D They collected money, clothes and food for people affected
Show answer Correct answer: D — They collected money, clothes and food for people affected
Why? Many multicultural communities collected money, clothes and food donations to help people affected by the bushfires. Source
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Question 18 · Multiple choice
On the Commonwealth Coat of Arms, what does the shield in the centre represent? A The British Crown and the King of Australia B The First Fleet C The two mainland territories D The six states and federation
Show answer Correct answer: D — The six states and federation
Why? The shield in the centre represents the six states and federation. Source
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Question 19 · Multiple choice
If you break an Australian law that you did not know about: A You cannot be charged B You only receive a warning letter the first time it happens C You must leave Australia D You could still be charged, because not knowing the law is no excuse
Show answer Correct answer: D — You could still be charged, because not knowing the law is no excuse
Why? Not knowing the law is no excuse: you could be charged even if you did not know about the law. Source
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Question 20 · Multiple choice
What is in the background of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms? A The Southern Cross B The Union Jack C The golden wattle D A map of Australia
Show answer Correct answer: C — The golden wattle
Why? The background of the Coat of Arms is the golden wattle, Australia's national flower. Source
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