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Question 1 of 24

What forms the background of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?

The Commonwealth Star
The Southern Cross
The Australian Flag
The Golden Wattle

Explanation:

"The background of the Commonwealth Coat of Arms is formed by the golden wattle, which is Australia's national floral emblem."

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Question 2 of 24

What is located above the shield in the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?

The Gold Commonwealth Star

Explanation:

"Above the shield in the Commonwealth Coat of Arms is the seven-pointed gold Commonwealth Star, also known as the Star of Federation. "
The Australian Flag
The Southern Cross
The Crown

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Question 3 of 24

Why are the kangaroo and emu used in the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?

Because they are native Australian animals

Explanation:

"The kangaroo and emu are used in the Commonwealth Coat of Arms because they are native to Australia and are well-known symbols of the country's unique wildlife."
Because they represent courage
Because they symbolize equality
They were chosen randomly

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Question 4 of 24

Which animals support the shield in the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?

Emu and platypus
Koala and kangaroo
Kangaroo and emu

Explanation:

"The shield in the Commonwealth Coat of Arms is supported by a kangaroo and an emu, both native to Australia."
Wombat and kangaroo

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Question 5 of 24

Which is the national animal of Australia?

Tiger
Elephant
Kangaroo

Explanation:

"The kangaroo is the national animal of Australia. It was officially recognized as a symbol of the country in 1908 when it was included on the Australian coat of arms."
Emu

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Question 6 of 24

What does the shield in the Commonwealth Coat of Arms represent?

The federal government
The six states and federation

Explanation:

"The shield in the Commonwealth Coat of Arms represents the six states and federation of Australia."
The national flower
The coat of arms of the UK

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Question 7 of 24

What does the Commonwealth Coat of Arms identify?

The authority and property of the Commonwealth of Australia

Explanation:

"The Commonwealth Coat of Arms identifies the authority and property of the Commonwealth of Australia."
The history of British settlement
Australian citizenship
The rights of Indigenous peoples

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Question 8 of 24

What does the Commonwealth Coat of Arms represent?

State sovereignty
National unity

Explanation:

"The Commonwealth Coat of Arms represents Australia's national unity."
Federal governance
Wildlife preservation

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Question 9 of 24

What does the Commonwealth Coat of Arms symbolise?

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
The Aboriginal People
The Commonwealth of Australia

Explanation:

"The Commonwealth Coat of Arms symbolizes the Commonwealth of Australia."
The states of Australia

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Question 10 of 24

What is the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?

The official symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia

Explanation:

"The Commonwealth Coat of Arms is the official symbol of the Commonwealth of Australia."
A traditional flag of Australia
The emblem of Australia’s military forces
A symbol for Australian states

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Question 11 of 24

What does each state and territory of Australia have?

Its own animal emblem
Its own floral emblem

Explanation:

"Each state and territory in Australia has its own floral emblem."
Its own flag
Its own cultural heritage

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Question 12 of 24

What colour are the flowers of the golden wattle in spring?

Golden Yellow

Explanation:

"The flowers of the golden wattle (Acacia pycnantha) are golden yellow in spring."
Bright Red
Soft Pink
Light Purple

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Question 13 of 24

Where does the golden wattle mainly grow?

Western Australia
Northern Australia
South-eastern Australia

Explanation:

"The golden wattle tree grows mainly in south-eastern Australia."
Central Australia

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Question 14 of 24

Which is Australia’s national flower?

Golden Wattle

Explanation:

"Australia's national flower is the golden wattle (Acacia pycnantha). Its bright yellow flowers bloom in late winter and spring, symbolizing unity and resilience."
Lily
Rose
Sunflower

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Question 15 of 24

What colours are usually worn by Australia’s national sports teams?

Green and Gold

Explanation:

"The uniforms of Australian national sports teams are usually green and gold."
Black and White
Blue and Red
Yellow and Orange

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Question 16 of 24

Which plant inspired Australia's national colours?

Kangaroo Paw
Golden Wattle

Explanation:

"Australia's national colors, green and gold, are inspired by the golden wattle (Acacia pycnantha). "
Waratah
Bottlebrush

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Question 17 of 24

What are Australia’s national colours?

Green and Gold

Explanation:

"Australia's national colors are green and gold. These colors are inspired by the golden wattle, Australia's national flower."
Blue and White
Red and Yellow
Black and Orange

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Question 18 of 24

Why is opal important to Australia?

It is the national gemstone and linked to Aboriginal stories.

Explanation:

"The opal is Australia’s national gemstone, recognized for its unique beauty and cultural significance. It also holds a special place in Aboriginal stories and traditions, symbolizing a rich connection to the land."
It is the rarest gemstone in the world.
It is mined only in one region of Australia.
It represents Australian cultural heritage.

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Question 19 of 24

According to Aboriginal legend, what created the colours of the opal?

The ocean meeting the land
A fire in the sky
The movement of the stars
A rainbow that touched the earth

Explanation:

"According to Aboriginal legend, a rainbow touched the earth and created the colours of the opal."

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Question 20 of 24

What is Australia’s national gemstone?

Opal

Explanation:

"The opal is Australia’s national gemstone."
Diamond
Sapphire
Emerald

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Question 21 of 24

What is the first line of "Advance Australia Fair"?

"For we are young and free"
"Beneath our radiant Southern Cross"
"Australians all let us rejoice"

Explanation:

"The first line of "Advance Australia Fair," the national anthem, is "Australians all let us rejoice.""
"Advance Australia Fair"

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Question 22 of 24

When is the National Anthem of Australia sung?

Only at official government events
On occasions of national importance, such as citizenship ceremonies and sporting events

Explanation:

"The National Anthem of Australia is sung on occasions of national importance, including at Australian citizenship ceremonies and major sporting events."
Only at military ceremonies
At every public gathering

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Question 23 of 24

What is the national anthem of Australia?

‘Advance Australia Fair’

Explanation:

"‘Advance Australia Fair’ is Australia’s national anthem."
‘Waltzing Matilda’
‘God Save the Queen’
‘Land Down Under’

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Question 24 of 24

What song is commonly sung in Australia to express pride and joy?

God Save the King
The Star-Spangled Banner
Advance Australia Fair

Explanation:

"A song commonly sung in Australia to express pride and joy is the national anthem, "Advance Australia Fair." This anthem is a powerful symbol of national pride and unity, often performed at significant events such as sporting competitions, official ceremonies, and public gatherings."
None of the above

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