Australian Citizenship Test: Mock test 1
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About Australian Citizenship Test mock test 1
This is mock test 1 of 5 for the Australian Citizenship Test. It has 20 questions, the same number as the real test, with a 45-minute timer and the real pass mark (75% and all 5 values questions). Answers and explanations are shown when you submit. Each mock test uses a fixed set of questions, so you can retake this one until you pass it, then move on to the next.
Topics in this mock test: Australia and its people (12) · Australia's democratic beliefs, rights and liberties (2) · Government and the law in Australia (3) · Australian values (3)
Last reviewed: October 19, 2026 · Questions are written from the official study material linked on the country page.
The 20 questions in mock test 1
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1. What is the capital city of Australia?
Canberra
Canberra is in the Australian Capital Territory and is home to Parliament House.
2. What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal flag?
Black, red and yellow
Black represents the people, red the earth and yellow the sun.
3. On which date is Australia Day celebrated?
26 January
It marks the arrival of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove in 1788.
4. What is commemorated on Anzac Day, 25 April?
Australians who served and died in wars and conflicts
Anzac Day is named after the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps that landed at Gallipoli in 1915.
5. How many states does Australia have?
6
The states are New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia and Tasmania.
6. How many mainland territories does Australia have?
2
They are the Australian Capital Territory and the Northern Territory.
7. What is the capital of New South Wales?
Sydney
Sydney is Australia's largest city.
8. What is the capital of Victoria?
Melbourne
Melbourne was the seat of the federal Parliament until 1927.
9. What is the capital of Queensland?
Brisbane
Brisbane is on the Brisbane River in south-east Queensland.
10. What is the capital of the Northern Territory?
Darwin
Darwin is on the Timor Sea in the far north.
11. What is Australia’s national floral emblem?
Golden wattle
The golden wattle's green and gold are Australia's national colours.
12. What is Australia’s national anthem?
Advance Australia Fair
Advance Australia Fair became the national anthem in 1984.
13. Is voting compulsory for Australian citizens aged 18 and over in federal elections?
Yes
Enrolling and voting are compulsory for adult citizens in federal and state elections and referendums.
14. What does equality before the law mean?
The law applies equally to everyone
Everyone is treated equally by the law, whatever their background, wealth or position.
15. Who is Australia’s head of state?
The King, represented by the Governor-General
Australia is a constitutional monarchy.
16. In which year did the Australian colonies federate?
1901
The Commonwealth of Australia was created on 1 January 1901.
17. What are the two houses of the federal Parliament?
The House of Representatives and the Senate
Members of both houses are elected by the people.
18. Is it acceptable to use violence to settle a disagreement in Australia?
No, never
Values question: disagreements are settled peacefully and through the law.
19. Do men and women have equal rights in Australia?
Yes
Values question: equality of men and women is a core Australian value.
20. Can people in Australia follow any religion, or no religion?
Yes, as long as they obey the law
Values question: Australia has freedom of religion and no official state religion.
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