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Civics and Government Basics

Civics & Government

This quiz tests basic knowledge of civics and government concepts suitable for elementary school students.

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15 Questions Easy Ages 6+ Jul 20, 2026

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1 What is the name of the country we live in?

A New Zealand
B Canada
C Australia
D United Kingdom

2 Who is the head of our country?

A The Prime Minister
B The President
C The Queen
D The King

3 What do we call people who live in a country?

A Tourists
B Citizens
C Visitors
D Workers

4 Where do our leaders make laws?

A A playground
B A school
C A parliament house
D A library

5 What is a rule that everyone in the country must follow called?

A A suggestion
B A game
C A law
D A story

6 Who is the person who leads the government?

A The President
B The Prime Minister
C The Mayor
D The Governor

7 What do we do to choose our leaders?

A We draw straws
B We vote
C We play a game
D We ask them nicely

8 What is the capital city of Australia?

A Sydney
B Melbourne
C Canberra
D Brisbane

9 What do we call the system that runs our country?

A A club
B A government
C A team
D A family

10 What does the government do for citizens?

A Gives them toys
B Builds roads and schools
C Tells jokes
D Organises parties

11 What is a symbol of Australia often seen on flags and coins?

A A lion
B A kangaroo
C A dragon
D A bear

12 What is the name of the document that outlines the basic rules of our country?

A A storybook
B A recipe book
C A constitution
D A comic book

13 Who is the King of Australia?

A King Charles III
B King Arthur
C King George
D King William

14 What do citizens do to be part of their community?

A Stay inside
B Help others
C Watch TV
D Sleep

15 What is the group of people who make laws for Australia called?

A The School Council
B The Parliament
C The Sports Team
D The Band

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