Australian Citizenship Practice Test 2 Questions based on Australia's Democratic Beliefs, Rights and Liberties Our Freedoms Start QuizPage 1 of 20 What type of government does Australia have? Presidential democracy Parliamentary democracy Federal monarchy Dictatorship Page 2 of 20 What does the Rule of Law mean in Australia? Everyone is equal under the law The law only applies to certain groups Religious rules are above the law Government leaders are exempt from obeying the law Page 3 of 20 How do Australians believe that change should occur in their country? Through violent means By overthrowing the government Via peaceful persuasion and the democratic process By seeking support from foreign countries Page 4 of 20 What is the foundation of Australia's democratic system? The principle of hierarchical government The principle of equal rights and equality under the law The principle of an authoritarian government The principle of absolute monarchy Page 5 of 20 How are all Australians expected to treat each other in Australia? With hostility and distrust With dignity and respect With competition and rivalry With indifference and apathy Page 6 of 20 What does freedom of speech mean in Australia? People can say and write anything they want, without any restrictions. People have the right to criticize the government but not protest against government decisions. People can discuss their ideas with others, but they cannot criticize the government. People can say and write what they think, and discuss their ideas with others, within the bounds of Australian laws. Page 7 of 20 What can people do under freedom of speech in Australia? They can protest violently against government decisions. They can say and write whatever they want, regardless of Australian laws. They can criticize the government and campaign to change laws. They can criticize individuals based on their race or religion. Page 8 of 20 What is the condition for exercising freedom of speech in Australia? People must follow strict government guidelines. People must never criticize the government. People must obey Australian laws at all times. People must avoid discussing controversial topics. Page 9 of 20 In what ways can people express their views under freedom of expression? Through music and dance only Through political discussions and speeches Through art, film, music, literature, and social or political discussions Through public protests and demonstrations Page 10 of 20 What is freedom of association in Australia? The right to form and join political parties only The right to form and join any legal organization, pursuing common goals The right to join religious organizations only The right to form and join trade unions only Page 11 of 20 What types of organizations can people freely join in Australia under freedom of association? Political parties and trade unions only Trade unions and social clubs only Any legal organization, including political parties, trade unions, religious, cultural, or social groups Any illegal organization, including criminal gangs Page 12 of 20 What can Australians do with freedom of association? They can join any illegal organization. They can join political parties, but not religious organizations. They can gather with others to peacefully protest against government actions or organizations. They can gather with others to engage in violent protests Page 13 of 20 What is a requirement for gatherings under freedom of association in Australia? The gatherings must be peaceful and must not cause any property damage. The gatherings must involve violence to express grievances. The gatherings must involve protesting against political parties. The gatherings must occur indoors only. Page 14 of 20 What is the religious heritage of Australia? Judaeo-Christian heritage Islamic heritage Hindu heritage Buddhist heritage Page 15 of 20 What public holidays are observed in Australia related to Christianity? Diwali and Eid Holi and Hanukkah Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Christmas Day Vesak and Yom Kippur Page 16 of 20 How does the government treat all citizens in Australia regarding religion or beliefs? Unequally based on their religious beliefs Indifferently towards their religious practices Equally, regardless of their religion or beliefs Favorably towards one specific religion Page 17 of 20 What does it mean that the government in Australia is secular? It has no laws related to religion. It operates separately from churches and religious entities. It promotes a specific religion as the official national religion. It imposes religious practices on its citizens. Page 18 of 20 Does Australia have an official national religion? Yes, Christianity is the official national religion. No, Australia has no official national religion. Yes, Islam is the official national religion. Yes, Buddhism is the official national religion. Page 19 of 20 What is the legal status of gender equality in Australia? Men have more rights than women. Women have more rights than men. Men and women have equal rights. Gender equality is not recognized in Australian law. Page 20 of 20 Is it against the law to discriminate against a person in Australia because of their gender? Yes, it is against the law. No, discrimination based on gender is allowed. It depends on the situation. It is only allowed in workplaces.