Australia and Its People Practice Test – Australian Citizenship Prep

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Question 1 of 13

What do you pledge at the Australian citizenship ceremony?

To follow only local laws
Loyalty to Australia and its people

Explanation:

"At the Australian citizenship ceremony, you pledge your loyalty to Australia and its people. This pledge signifies your commitment to share in Australia's democratic beliefs, respect its rights and liberties, and uphold and obey its laws."
To participate only in referedums
To learn about Australian wildlife

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Question 2 of 13

At the citizenship ceremony, you pledge your loyalty to Australia and its people. It is therefore important for you to:

Learn about Australian laws and policies
Travel to all Australian states
Participate in sports and cultural events
Understand Australia’s community and Indigenous heritage

Explanation:

"By pledging your loyalty to Australia and its people, you must understand its community and Indigenous heritage. This helps new citizens respect Australia’s rich cultural and historical identity."

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Question 3 of 13

Why is it important for you to understand Australia’s history as a new citizen?

To memorize key historical dates
To understand how Australia became a stable and successful multicultural nation

Explanation:

"Understanding Australia’s history helps new citizens learn how it became a successful multicultural nation."
To learn about famous Australian landmarks
To qualify for citizenship tests

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Question 4 of 13

Who are the Indigenous peoples of Australia?

Maori and Polynesians
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Explanation:

"The Indigenous peoples of Australia are the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who have lived there for thousands of years."
Inuit and First Nations
Zulu and Khoisan

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Question 5 of 13

What significance do age-old beliefs and traditions have in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples?

They still guide their culture and values.

Explanation:

"The age-old beliefs and traditions continue to shape the culture, values, and way of life of these Indigenous communities."
They are no longer important.
They are only used in ceremonies.
They are studied as history.

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Question 6 of 13

Which culture is an important part of Australia’s national identity?

Indian culture
Homogenous culture
Indigenous culture

Explanation:

"Indigenous cultures are incredibly diverse and form a vital part of Australia's national identity. The rich traditions, languages, and deep connection to the land of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have significantly influenced Australian society. "
None of the above

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Question 7 of 13

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have a deep connection with the land, which is expressed in their:

Farming
Stories, art, and dance

Explanation:

"Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have a deep connection with the land, which is expressed in their stories, art, and dance."
Technology
Political actions

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Question 8 of 13

Torres Strait Islander people are from islands located between:

Queensland and Fiji
Northern tip of Queensland and Papua New Guinea

Explanation:

"Torres Strait Islander people are from islands between the northern tip of Queensland and Papua New Guinea."
Australia and New Zealand
Indonesia and Papua New Guinea

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Question 9 of 13

Which of the following is true regarding the creation of Australia?

Aboriginal peoples believe they are central to the creation stories of this land, and their creation stories commence with the beginning of time.

Explanation:

"The Aboriginal peoples believe they are central to the creation stories of this land, and their creation stories commence with the beginning of time."
Australia was created by natural disasters over a short period.
The creation of Australia began after European settlement.
None of the above

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Question 10 of 13

When did the Aboriginal people arrive in Australia?

5,000 years ago
Between 65,000 and 40,000 years ago

Explanation:

"The archaeological record indicates that Aboriginal peoples arrived in Australia between 65,000 and 40,000 years ago."
10,000 years ago
Between 5,000 and 15,000 years ago

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Question 11 of 13

From where did Aboriginal people originate?

Mainland Australia and Tasmania

Explanation:

"Aboriginal people are from mainland Australia and Tasmania."
Papua New Guinea and Fiji
New Zealand and Tasmania
Mainland Australia and Indonesia

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Question 12 of 13

What are the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people famous for?

They have the oldest continuous cultures and traditions in North America.
They have the oldest continuous cultures and traditions in Europe.
Both A & B
They have the oldest continuous cultures and traditions in the world.

Explanation:

"The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have the oldest continuous cultures and traditions in the world."

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Question 13 of 13

Who were Australia's first inhabitants?

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Explanation:

"Australia’s first inhabitants are the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples."
The European settlers
The early Asian immigrants
The Pacific Islander communities

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