Get Ready to Ace Your Australian Citizenship Test Questions

If you’re gearing up for your Australian Citizenship by Conferral test, we’ve got everything you need to feel confident and prepared. With the right guidance and a bit of practice, you’ll be ready to tackle the questions and move one step closer to becoming an Australian citizen.

• You’ll get 20 multiple-choice questions to answer. To pass, you must get at least 75% correct (15 out of 20) and score 5/5 on the Australian values questions.

• The test is in English and you’ll have up to 45 minutes to finish.

• No cheating—so no notes, phones, or copying from others during the test.

• Feeling a little nervous? That’s normal! Just stay calm and focused.

• Didn’t pass on the first go? Don’t stress—you’ll have two more attempts to succeed.

• Once you pass, you’ll move one step closer to the citizenship ceremony invite.

• At the ceremony, you’ll take the pledge, receive your citizenship certificate, and celebrate with family, friends, and new fellow Australians.

Australian Citizenship Practice Test Questions and Answers

Get ready for your Australian citizenship practice test! You’ll face 20 questions. Answer all the Australian Value questions correctly, and 75% overall to pass.  Answers are provided at the end so you can check your progress.

1. What do you pledge at the Australian citizenship ceremony?

1. To follow only local laws
2. Loyalty to Australia and its people
3. To participate only in referedums
4. To learn about Australian wildlife

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

1. To memorize key historical dates
2. To understand how Australia became a stable and successful multicultural nation
3. To learn about famous Australian landmarks
4. To qualify for citizenship tests

 3. Who are the Indigenous peoples of Australia?

1. Maori and Polynesians
2. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples 
3. Inuit and First Nations
4. Zulu and Khoisan

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

1. Indian culture
2. Homogenous culture
3. Indigenous culture 
4. None of the above

5. When did the Aboriginal people arrive in Australia?

1. 5,000 years ago
2. Between 65,000 and 40,000 years ago
3. 10,000 years ago
4. Between 5,000 and 15,000 years ago

 6. From where did Aboriginal people originate?

1. Mainland Australia and Tasmania 
2. Papua New Guinea and Fiji
3. New Zealand and Tasmania
4. Mainland Australia and Indonesia

7. Who were Australia's first inhabitants?

1. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples 
2. The European settlers
3. The early Asian immigrants
4. The Pacific Islander communities

8. What happened to Australia's population 10 years after the gold rush?

1. It stayed the same.
2. It tripled.
3. It more than doubled. 
4. It decreased.

9. Who were the first non-European people to come to Australia?

1. Americans
2. Bristishers
3. Vikings
4. Chinese 

10. The "1851 Gold Rush" in Australia attracted people from:

1. Europe
2. China
3. All around the world 
4. New Zealand

11. When did the European settlement start in Australia?

1. 12 June 1770
2. 22 November 1780
3. 26 January 1788
4. 16 March 1790

12. Where did the early free settlers in Australia come from?

1. Great Britain and Ireland
2. The United States and Canada
3. China and India
4. New Zealand and South Africa

13. When was gold discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria?

1. In 1848
2. In 1851
3. In 1890
4. In 1830

14. From which country did the First Fleet of convicts arrive in Australia in 1788?

1. France
2. Spain
3. Great Britain
4. Portugal

15. What influence did British and Irish heritage have on Australia?

1. It shaped Australia’s recent culture, history, and politics.
2. It had no significant impact.
3. It led to the decline of local traditions.
4. It primarily affected Australia’s economy.

16. Is voting compulsory in Australia?

1. Yes, for all citizens
2. Yes, but only for the elderly
3. No, only for certain groups
4. No, voting is optional

17. Why should you obey a lawful request from the police in Australia?

1. To avoid a fine
2. To be respectful to others
3. To gain favor with the police
4. To obey the law

18. In Australia, who has equal opportunity to achieve success in life?

1. People from all backgrounds
2. Only people from certain backgrounds
3. Only people with high wealth
4. Only people with certain skills

19. A person should get a job based on:

1. Their family connections
2. Their gender and wealth
3. Their ethnicity and background
4. Their skills and experience

20. What does Australian citizenship emphasize?

1. Following local laws
2. Living out Australian values in daily life
3. Supporting only your family
4. Voting in every election

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