1.What is the capital city of Australia?
- Sydney
- Canberra
- Brisbane
- Melbourne
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: Canberra
Canberra is the national capital, in the Australian Capital Territory. Sydney is the largest city, but it is the capital of New South Wales.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “Canberra is Australia’s capital city” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Australia and Its People
2.Which body collects tax in Australia?
- The Australian Electoral Commission
- The Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
- Services Australia
- The Australian Federal Police
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: The Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
Tax is paid out of the money you earn and is collected by the ATO. Taxes pay for services such as healthcare, education, defence and roads.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “is collected by the ATO” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Democratic Beliefs, Rights and Liberties
3.Voting in Australian elections is by secret ballot.
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: True
A secret ballot means you are free and safe to vote for any candidate. Nobody is allowed to know how you voted unless you choose to tell them.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “voting in an election is by secret ballot” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Government and the Law
4.Physical violence against a spouse or partner is a criminal offence in Australia.
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: True
Men and women are protected by the law from intimidation and violence. Violence against a spouse or partner is never acceptable.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “it is a criminal offence in Australia” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Australian Values
5.On what date is Anzac Day commemorated each year?
- 26 January
- 25 April
- 1 January
- 11 November
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 25 April
Anzac Day is a solemn day of remembrance. It honours all Australians who served and died in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “Anzac Day is commemorated on 25 April each year.” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Australia and Its People
6.Australia has an official national religion.
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: False
People in Australia are free to follow any religion they choose, or none. The government is secular and has no official religion.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “Australia has no official national religion.” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Democratic Beliefs, Rights and Liberties
7.What is legislative power?
- The power to command the Defence Force
- The power to interpret laws
- The power to make laws
- The power to put laws into practice
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: The power to make laws
The Constitution divides power three ways. Parliament has legislative power, which means it can make and change the laws.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “Legislative power is the power to make laws.” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Government and the Law
8.Australian laws apply only to Australian citizens.
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: False
The law applies to everyone who is in Australia. Whatever your background or culture, you must follow Australian laws.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “Australian laws apply to all people in Australia.” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Australian Values
9.What is Australia’s national flower?
- The waratah
- The golden wattle
- The eucalyptus blossom
- The kangaroo paw
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: The golden wattle
The golden wattle is a small tree that grows mainly in south-eastern Australia. Its green and gold are also the national colours.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “Australia’s national flower is the golden wattle.” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Australia and Its People
10.What is Australia’s system of government?
- A parliamentary democracy
- A military government
- A presidential republic
- An absolute monarchy
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: A parliamentary democracy
In a parliamentary democracy citizens vote for people to represent them in parliament. Those representatives must answer to the people at elections.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “Australia’s system of government is a parliamentary democracy.” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Democratic Beliefs, Rights and Liberties
11.What is a proposal for a new law called?
- A portfolio
- A referendum
- A Bill
- An Act
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: A Bill
A member of parliament who wants a new law, or a change to one, introduces a Bill. Both Houses consider, debate and vote on it.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “this proposal is called a ‘Bill’” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Government and the Law
12.You should follow the law even if no one is watching.
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: True
Commitment to the Rule of Law is an Australian value. Everybody should obey the law at all times, or face penalties.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “You should follow the law even if no one is watching.” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Australian Values
13.On what date is Australia Day celebrated each year?
- 1 January
- 26 January
- 25 April
- 11 November
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 26 January
Australia Day is a public holiday in every state and territory. It is the anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “On 26 January each year, we celebrate Australia Day.” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Australia and Its People
14.In Australia a person can be forced to join a trade union.
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: False
Freedom of association includes the freedom not to join. Nobody can be forced into joining an organisation.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “People can also decide not to join, and cannot be forced into doing so.” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Democratic Beliefs, Rights and Liberties
15.According to the booklet, who is Australia’s Head of State?
- The Chief Justice
- The Prime Minister
- The Governor-General
- The King of Australia
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: The King of Australia
Australia’s Head of State is the King of Australia, named in the booklet as King Charles III. The King does not have a day-to-day role in government.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “Australia’s Head of State is the King of Australia” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Government and the Law
16.Voting is compulsory in Australia.
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: True
Compulsory voting shows how important taking part in elections is. The power of the government comes from the people who vote.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “Voting is compulsory in Australia.” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Australian Values
17.What is Australia’s national language?
- An Aboriginal language
- Australia has no national language
- English
- English and French
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: English
English is the national language and part of the national identity. Other languages are valued too, including more than 100 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “Australia’s national language is English.” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Australia and Its People
18.From what age must Australian citizens vote in federal and state or territory elections?
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 18
Voting is a responsibility, right and privilege for citizens aged 18 or over. It is compulsory in federal and state or territory elections.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “all Australian citizens aged 18 years or over” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Democratic Beliefs, Rights and Liberties
19.What is the leader of a state government called?
- The Chief Minister
- The Governor
- The Premier
- The Mayor
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: The Premier
Each state has a Premier who leads its government. The Governor of a state represents the King.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “The leader of a state government” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Government and the Law
20.What is “mateship”?
- Helping each other in times of need
- A kind of tax
- A sporting club
- A political party
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: Helping each other in times of need
Mateship might mean taking a meal to an elderly neighbour or driving a friend to a medical appointment. It is behind Australia’s strong tradition of community service and volunteering.
Mula sa opisyal na gabay: “We help each other in times of need.” Opisyal na pinagmulan, sinuri noong Oktubre 14, 2026
Australian Values