Australian Citizenship Test 2024

About this Australian Citizenship Practice Test

This Australian citizenship test not only provides a good opportunity to practice questions online for free but also helps you to know the format of the official Australian citizenship test. It is a computer-based, unofficial, free Australian citizenship test similar to the official Australian citizenship test. The test is in English, consists of 20 multiple-choice questions, has a time duration of 45 minutes, and requires 15 of the 20 questions to be answered correctly, i.e. 75%.

The 20 questions in this Australian citizenship test practice will be presented to you from a pool of 1000 questions prepared on the basis of Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond. All the questions in this practice test cover all the information from part 1 to part 4.

To get an Australian citizenship certificate, you must pass the citizenship test. Therefore, preparation is important. So, take advantage of the free resource on our website and pass the Australian citizenship test in your first attempt.

Do the questions in this Australian citizenship test conform to the changes made on 15 November 2020?

Yes, the questions and answers in this Australian citizenship test are in line with the changes made in Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond on 15 November 2020. It also includes five questions related to Australian values.

On what basis are the questions in this Australian citizenship test designed?

The questions in this citizenship test are based on the official resource book, Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond, from the contents of its four parts (Part 1: Australia and its people, Part 2: Australia's democratic beliefs, rights and liberties, Part 3: Government and the law in Australia, Part 4: Australian values.

Additional features of this Australian citizenship test

We have added some extra features to this citizenship test just like all the practice tests on this website to make your practice easier. They are:

• 1) You can listen to the questions in English language by clicking on the voice icon that appears above the question and give the appropriate answer.
• 2) This citizenship practice test has been designed with a duration of 45 minutes, so it gives you the flexibility to use the time effectively in the official test.
• 3) This practice test will give you the experience of writing the actual Australian citizenship test as it will be similar to the official test.
• 4) Another good feature of this practice test is that you can know whether your answer is correct or not after answering the question. Similarly, after answering all the questions, you can click on the show results button to know the marks you have scored and the correct and incorrect answers.
• 5) This unique feature of this practice test allows you to get a detailed analysis of the wrongly answered question. And you can also see the correct answer. This explanation will help you answer any kind of questions related to it that you may be asked in the official test.
• 6) 20 questions in this Australian citizenship practice test come one after the other, so you can do it without any difficulty.

Analysis related to 20 questions in this Australian citizenship practice test

You have been informed in advance that the 20 questions in this practice test will be composed based on the information in the 4 parts of Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond. Let us now do a more in-depth and detailed analysis of each question. For example: from which part we took this question, how many questions from which part, and a detailed analysis related to that question, etc.

The following questions from 1 to 5 are based on information related to Australian values (Part: 4 of the official book). If you want to practice the questions related to the entire content of Australian values, click this link called 'Australian Values'.

Question 1: Why is it important to obey the law even when no one is watching?

This question is related to the Commitment to the Rule of Law. Below are the details about it. Click here to practice all Australian values questions.

Citizens are protected by Australian laws and legal systems. Peace will be established in the society by revealing the priorities of the laws.

Answer: It is our social responsibility as a responsible citizen to follow the rules no matter who does not observe them. This responsibility fosters social trust and contributes to building a stable and equitable society. Under the Rule of Law, all Australians are equal before the law and no one or any group is above the law. Everyone must obey the law and never break it or else you will be punished.

If you have a proper understanding of Commitment to the Rule of Law, you can answer the questions from this section correctly.

Question 2: Why do so many people want to become Australian citizens?

This is a question related to Australian values. Questions like these can test you to find out what Australian values are, what they are defined by, and how Australian values contribute to a peaceful, free and prosperous society.

Complete details related to this question can be found on page 36 of the official study guide PDF.

Answer: Australian values, based on freedom, dignity, justice, and equal opportunity, are the main reason our society is a safe, prosperous, and peaceful place to live. Our values define and shape our nation. That is why many people want to become Australian citizens.

Question 3: Can a person be forced to join or leave an organization in Australia?

This question is related to Freedom of Association. For complete details on Freedom of Association, refer to page 37 of the study guide PDF. To access all questions related to this section, click here.

Answer: Individuals can voluntarily join or leave any group as long as it is within the law. People can freely join or leave any legal organization like political party, trade union, religious, cultural or social group. No one can force you to join or leave an organization. It depends on the person's preference.

Question 4: What is the legal status of religious laws in Australia?

This question is based on the information in the Freedom of religion section. You can find the information of this section on page number 37. Click here for practice questions of this section.

Answer: There is no such thing as an official religion in Australia, people can adopt whatever religion they like. Religious laws have no legal status in Australia. Everyone must obey the laws of Australia.

Question 5: What does Australian law say about people from different religious backgrounds?

We have formulated the above question based on the information found in the section 'Equality of All People Under the Law'. Details related to this can be found on page 37 of the official guide PDF. Visit this practice test to review and practice questions from this section.

Answer: In Australia, everyone has equal rights regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, race, or national or ethnic origin. Men and women have equal rights. It is against Australian law to discriminate between men and women. Australia does not tolerate physical violence against a spouse or partner and it is a criminal offence.

Now, let's analyze the questions from Part One: Australia and its people. The following five questions have been prepared according to the content in the Australia and its people section. For questions related to the entire content of this Part One visit Australia and its people practice tests.

Question 1: What is the central importance of land in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture?

We created this question from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples section. You can visit this practice test to practice all the questions related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Answer: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are the first inhabitants of Australia. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have ancient beliefs and traditions. These still guide them today. Their deep connection with the land is reflected in their stories, art and dance.

Question 2: How many states are there in Australia?

The question above is related to Australia's states and territories. There is a chance that a question from this section will appear on the official Australian citizenship test, so be sure to practice all the questions in this section thoroughly.

Answer: Commonwealth of Australia means a federation of six states and two mainland territories. The six states of Australia are: New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, and Western Australia.

Question 3: Who usually announces the Australian of the Year Awards on Australia Day?

Similar to the above question related to Australia Day, there is a possibility of questions on this topic in the Australian citizenship test. You can see the complete information about Australia Day on page number 15 of study guide PDF, and likewise, you can practice all the questions on Australia Day by clicking here.

Answer: Australia Day is a celebration of every Australian citizen in recognition of their contributions to our modern and progressive nation. The Prime Minister of Australia will announce the Australian of the Year awards in Canberra during the Australia Day celebrations.

Question 4: What is the official national flag of Australia?

There is a possibility that there will be questions from the topic of Australia's flags in the Australian citizenship test, so you should pay more attention to this topic. The question above is related to the topic of Australia's flags. All questions on Australia's flags can be practiced from this practice test on our website.

Answer: The official flag of our country is the Australian National Flag. Other officially recognized flags are the Australian Aboriginal Flag and the Torres Strait Islander Flag.

Question 5: Where does the Golden Wattle primarily grow in Australia?

This question is related to Australia's national flower, covered in the 'Symbols of Australia' section. Visit this practice test to practice all questions about symbols of Australia.

Answer: The golden wattle is the national flower of Australia. This small tree grows mainly in south-eastern Australia. What makes it special is that in spring this small tree has bright green leaves and many golden yellow flowers.

The questions you will be asked from Part Two of the Australian citizenship test will focus on Australia's democratic beliefs, rights and freedoms.

The following five questions are based on the information in Part Two: Australia's Democratic Beliefs, Rights, and Liberties section of the Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond resource book. You will need to answer these five questions in this practice test. Now, let us analyze the questions from Part Two.

Question 1: Which type of democracy is practiced in Australia?

This question is related to the topic Parliamentary democracy, a sub-topic of Our democratic beliefs. Practice all the questions from the Our democratic beliefs section in this practice test.

Answer: Australia's system of government is a parliamentary democracy. Part of this system is that government authority comes from the Australian people, as Australian citizens vote for the people who represent them in Parliament.

Question 2: What is the Importance of Rule of Law in Australia?

We have formulated this question based on the information of The Rule of Law. In Australia, the importance of the Rule of Law, who has to obey the law, whether everyone has the same laws, and that the laws must be obeyed by all can be seen in the section 'The Rule of Law'. You can get all questions related to this topic from this practice test.

Answer: All Australians are equal under Australian law. The rule of law means that every person, group, or religious organization must obey Australian laws. Every citizen, including those in authority, is required to abide by the laws of Australia.

Question 3: What is the basic principle of freedom of speech in Australia?

This question relates to freedom of speech and freedom of expression. Visit Practice Test 5 for more questions related to the “Our Freedoms” section.

Answer: Freedom of speech is one of the most important Australian values and is arguably a cornerstone of our democratic system. Freedom of speech allows people to express their thoughts and write them down. They can also share their thoughts with others. In all cases, the laws of Australia must be followed.

Question 4: Who is eligible to contest in the Australian Parliament elections?

The above question is taken from the subheading Seek election to parliament in the Privileges section. Take this practice test 6 to practice all questions related to Privileges.

Answer: Australian citizens aged 18 or over who do not hold dual citizenship can contest parliamentary elections at federal, state or territory level. Being a member of the Australian Parliament is an honorable responsibility.

Question 5: What program should you actively participate in?

Sample questions like the ones mentioned above can be asked in the Australian citizenship test. This question relates to Participating in Australian society. Practice all the questions in this section from Practice Test 6.

Answer: Australia, like other countries, encourages its citizens to actively participate in society. These active citizens take on the responsibility and privilege of shaping Australia's future.

You can engage in social and community work as a volunteer. You might join arts or cultural organizations, local community groups, or even actively participate in politics. Getting involved in Australian society through programs like these is a great way to make a difference.

We have designed the questions (5 questions) in this Australian citizenship practice test based on the main topics of PART THREE: Government and the Law in Australia, providing you with a comprehensive analysis of these questions. This citizenship practice test includes only 5 questions from PART THREE: Government and the Law in Australia. For all questions from this PART THREE, please visit Practice Test 10.

Question 1: Which rule applies if someone states who they voted for?

This question relates to the topic of Voting in PART THREE: Government and the Law in Australia. For full details on Voting, please refer to page 25 of the official resource book.

In Practice Test 10, there were all the questions related to Voting. Go to that page to practice all the questions on this topic, Voting.

Answer: The voting process in Australia is done by a secret ballot system. So, you can use your vote freely and without fear. You can tell others whom you have voted for, but no one has the power to force you.

Question 2: Why was the Australian Constitution important for Australia's colonies?

We asked you the question above from the topic The Australian Constitution. Practice all the questions in Practice Test 11, which is based on information about The Australian Constitution.

Answer: The Australian Constitution came into force on 1 January 1901. Before this, Australian colonies were separate. When the Constitution came into force, all the colonies were transformed into one and became the Commonwealth of Australia.

Question 3: On what basis is the number of Members of Parliament (MPs) for each state and territory determined?

We prepared this question based on the information in the House of Representatives section. You can find all questions related to the House of Representatives in Practice Test 10.

Answer: How many Members of Parliament (MPs) there should be from each state and territory is determined based on how many people there are in those states and territories. A total of over 150 representatives will be elected to the House of Representatives.

Question 4: Who is the leader of a state government in Australia?

This question belongs to the 'State and Territory Government' topic in Part 3: Government and the Law in Australia. Practice the remaining questions on this topic in Practice Test 12.

Answer: Australia has six states and two mainland territories. Each state in Australia has its own parliament and constitution. These parliaments make laws at the state level and enforce them. The head of a state government is called the Premier, while the head of a territory government is called the Chief Minister.

Question 5: After the federal election, which party will form the government?

This question is related to 'How is the Australian Government formed?'. Visit Practice Test 12 for more questions on this topic.

Answer: After a federal election, a party or a group of parties with the most members in the House of Representatives forms the government in Australia. They elect their leader, who becomes the Prime Minister of Australia.