Civics and Citizenship

What do we commemorate on Anzac Day?

• The landing of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps at Gallipoli, Turkey during World War I

• The arrival of the first free settlers from Great Britain

• The landing of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove

• The end of WW II

What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag?

• Green, white and black

• Black, red and yellow

• Blue, white and green

• Black, Red and White

What is the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?

• The national anthem

• Australia’s national flower

• The official symbol of Australia, which identifies Commonwealth property

• The Southern Cross on our National flag

What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?

• The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum

• The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia

• The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed

• Many Australian's signed up to go fight in WW I

What is the capital city of Australia?

• Perth

• Sydney

• Brisbane

• Canberra

Which of these is an example of freedom of speech?

• Legally your words can have NO consequences

• Australians are free to not follow a religion

• Men and women are treated equally in a court of law

• People can peacefully protest against a government action

Which of these statements about government in Australia is correct?

• The government does not allow some religions

• The government in Australia is secular

• Religious laws are passed by Parliament

• Australia is run by a dictator

Which of these is an example of equality in Australia?

• Men and women have equal rights

• Everyone follows the same religion

• Everyone belongs to the same political party

• Everyone is treated fairly

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

• To attend local council meetings

• To have a current Australian passport

• To get a drivers license

• To vote in federal and state or territory elections, and in a referendum

Which of these statements about passports is correct?

• Permanent residents can hold an Australian passport

• Australian citizens need a passport and visa to return to Australia

• Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport

• Australian citizens must have a passport to live in Australia