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Q1. What do we remember on Anzac Day?

The landing of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps at Gallipoli, Turkey
The arrival of the first free settlers from Great Britain
The landing of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove

Q2. What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag?

Black, red and yellow
Green, white and black
Blue, white and green

Q3. Which official symbol of Australia identifies Commonwealth property?

The national anthem
Australia’s national flower
Commonwealth Coat of Arms

Q4. Which of these statements about Australia’s system of government is correct?

The Queen of Australia chooses people to form the Australian Parliament
The government is elected by the people
The Prime Minister chooses our Members of Parliament

Q5. Which of these is an example of freedom of speech?

People can peacefully protest against government decisions
Men and women are treated equally in a court of law
Australians are free to not follow a religion


Q6. Which of these statements about government in Australia is correct?

The government does not allow some religions
Government in Australia is secular
Religious laws are passed by parliament

Q7. Which of these is an example of equality in Australia?

Everyone follows the same religion
Men and women have the same rights
Everyone belongs to the same political party

Q8. Which of these is a responsibility of Australian citizens aged 18 years or over?

To attend local council meetings
To vote in elections
To have a current Australian passport

Q9. Which of these is a responsibility of Australian citizens aged 18 years or over?

To do local community service
To carry a passport at all times
To serve on a jury if called to do so

Q10. Which of these statements about passports is correct?

Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport
Permanent residents can hold an Australian passport
Australian citizens need a passport and visa to return to Australia

Q11. Which of these statements about voting in Australian elections is correct?

People are free and safe to vote for any candidate
Voting is by a show of hands
People must write their name on their vote

Q12. What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?

The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum
The Australian Constitution came into effect
The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed

Q13. What is the name of the legal document that sets out the rules for the government of Australia?

The Australian Federation
The Australian Commonwealth
The Australian Constitution

Q14. What is a referendum?

A vote to change the government
A vote to change the Australian Constitution
A vote to change the Prime Minister

Q15. Which arm of government has the power to interpret and apply laws?

Legislative
Executive
Judicial

Q16. Which of these is a role of the Governor-General?

The appointment of state premiers
The signing of Bills passed by the Australian Parliament
The appointment of the Head of State

Q17. Which of these statements about state governments is correct?

All states have the same constitution
Each state has its own constitution
The states have no constitution

Q18. What is the name given to the party or coalition of parties with the second largest number of members in the House of Representatives?

The Government
The Opposition
The Senate

Q19. What is the name of a proposal to make a law in parliament?

Royal Assent
Bill
Debate

Q20. Who maintains peace and order in Australia?

Answer Options,"Response Percent","Response Count"
Public servants
Police
Lawyers