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Question 1 · Multiple choice
What is a forced marriage? A A marriage held in a government office B A marriage between people of different religions C A marriage arranged quickly before travel D A marriage where one or both people did not have a free choice
Show answer Correct answer: D — A marriage where one or both people did not have a free choice
Why? A forced marriage is one where one or both of the couple did not have a free choice. It is against the law in Australia. Source
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Question 2 · Multiple choice
When did a large wave of non-British migration come to Australia? A Before the First Fleet B After World War II C During the 1851 gold rush only D Right after Federation in 1901
Show answer Correct answer: B — After World War II
Why? After World War II, millions of people in Europe had to leave their homelands and large numbers of Europeans came to Australia. Source
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Question 3 · Multiple choice
Which statement about courts and judges in Australia is correct? A They are independent of parliament and government B They must follow instructions from the Prime Minister in each case C They are elected by political parties D They are part of the Senate
Show answer Correct answer: A — They are independent of parliament and government
Why? Courts and judges are independent of parliament and government. Source
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Question 4 · Multiple choice
According to Our Common Bond, why have people come to Australia in recent years? A To join family, make a new life, or escape poverty, war or persecution B Only to study for a few months C Only to work in the mining industry D Because every migrant was required to come by an Australian law
Show answer Correct answer: A — To join family, make a new life, or escape poverty, war or persecution
Why? Recent migration and refugee programs have brought people to join family, to make a new life, or to escape poverty, war or persecution. Source
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Question 5 · Multiple choice
What is freedom of association? A The right to vote in every election B The right to form and join associations to pursue common goals C The right to choose your own judge D The right to be given a government job after becoming a citizen
Show answer Correct answer: B — The right to form and join associations to pursue common goals
Why? Freedom of association is the right to form and join associations to pursue common goals. Source
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Question 6 · Multiple choice
Is religious intolerance acceptable in Australian society? A Yes, towards people who are not citizens B Yes, towards new religions C No D Yes, if most people agree
Show answer Correct answer: C — No
Why? Religious intolerance is not acceptable in Australian society. Source
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Question 7 · Multiple choice
Who is Australia's Head of State? A The Prime Minister B The Governor-General C The King of Australia D The Chief Justice of the High Court
Show answer Correct answer: C — The King of Australia
Why? Australia's Head of State is the King of Australia. The Governor-General is his representative in Australia. Source
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Question 8 · Multiple choice
What is Australia's national language? A There is no national language B English and French C English D An Aboriginal language
Show answer Correct answer: C — English
Why? English is Australia's national language and part of the national identity. Other languages, including more than 100 Indigenous languages, are also valued. Source
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Question 9 · Multiple choice
What happens if a religious practice breaks Australian law? A The religious practice is allowed for believers B Australian law must be followed C A religious leader decides D It is allowed if done at home
Show answer Correct answer: B — Australian law must be followed
Why? Religious practices must not break Australian laws; Australian law must be followed by everyone in Australia. Source
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Question 10 · Multiple choice
Which of these can people in Australia freely join? A Any organisation they like, even one that plans crimes B Only organisations approved by their employer C Only one organisation at a time D Any legal organisation, such as a trade union or political party
Show answer Correct answer: D — Any legal organisation, such as a trade union or political party
Why? People are free to join any legal organisation, such as a political party, trade union, religious, cultural or social group. Source
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Question 11 · Multiple choice
Who represents the King in Australia? A The Prime Minister B The Governor-General C The Premier of New South Wales D The Chief Minister of the ACT
Show answer Correct answer: B — The Governor-General
Why? The King appoints the Governor-General as his representative in Australia. Source
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Question 12 · Multiple choice
In keeping with Australian values, what should migrants do about English? A Avoid using English at home and at work B Learn and use English to help them take part in society C Use English only in government offices D Wait until their children have learned English and can speak for them
Show answer Correct answer: B — Learn and use English to help them take part in society
Why? Our Common Bond says migrants should learn and use English to help them participate in Australian society. Source
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Question 13 · Multiple choice
On whose advice does the King appoint the Governor-General? A The Leader of the Opposition B The state Premiers C The Australian Electoral Commission D The Australian Prime Minister
Show answer Correct answer: D — The Australian Prime Minister
Why? The King appoints the Governor-General on advice from the Australian Prime Minister. Source
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Question 14 · Multiple choice
Can polygamy and forced marriage lead to imprisonment in Australia? A Yes, they can result in severe penalties including imprisonment B No, they are legal in Australia if they are part of a person's culture C No, they are only discouraged D Only if they happen in a capital city
Show answer Correct answer: A — Yes, they can result in severe penalties including imprisonment
Why? Polygamy and forced marriage are against the law and can result in severe legal penalties, including imprisonment. Source
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Question 15 · Multiple choice
While Australia celebrates the diversity of its people, it also aims to: A Keep each community completely separate B Reduce the number of languages to one C Limit migration to a single country D Build a cohesive and unified nation
Show answer Correct answer: D — Build a cohesive and unified nation
Why? Australia celebrates diversity and also aims to build a cohesive and unified nation. Source
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Question 16 · Multiple choice
Can a person in Australia be forced to join an organisation? A Yes, every worker must join a trade union B Yes, every citizen must join a political party C Yes, if their family belongs to it D No, people can choose not to join
Show answer Correct answer: D — No, people can choose not to join
Why? People can decide not to join an organisation and cannot be forced to do so. Source
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Question 17 · Multiple choice
What does it mean that Australia is a constitutional monarchy? A The King makes all of Australia's laws and chooses every minister B The King is Head of State but must act in line with the Constitution C The Prime Minister is also the King D Each state has its own king
Show answer Correct answer: B — The King is Head of State but must act in line with the Constitution
Why? In a constitutional monarchy, the King is Head of State but has to act in accordance with the Constitution. Source
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Question 18 · Multiple choice
How many states does Australia have? A Five B Seven C Six D Eight
Show answer Correct answer: C — Six
Why? Australia is a federation of six states and two mainland territories. Source
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Question 19 · Multiple choice
How are Buddhists treated under Australian law compared with Christians? A Christians receive preference B Buddhists need a special permit C They receive the same treatment D Buddhists cannot hold public office
Show answer Correct answer: C — They receive the same treatment
Why? People of all faiths, such as Buddhists, receive the same treatment as Christians under the law. Source
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Question 20 · Multiple choice
Who represents the King in each Australian state? A A Premier B A Mayor C A Senator D A Governor
Show answer Correct answer: D — A Governor
Why? In each state a Governor represents the King, in a role similar to that of the Governor-General. Source
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