About this Study Set
This study set covers Civics & Government through
22 practice questions.
This set of questions focuses on foundational knowledge of civics and government concepts relevant to the Australian elementary school curriculum. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
Questions & Answers
Browse all 22 questions from the
Understanding Australian Civics and Government study set below.
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1
What is the name of the country's Parliament that makes laws for all Australians?
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A
The States Parliament
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B
The Federal Parliament
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C
The Local Parliament
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D
The Territory Parliament
2
Who is the head of state in Australia?
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A
The Prime Minister
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B
The Governor-General
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C
The Chief Justice
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D
The President
3
What is the system of government in Australia called where people vote for their representatives?
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A
Monarchy
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B
Dictatorship
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C
Democracy
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D
Oligarchy
4
How often are citizens generally expected to vote in Australian federal elections?
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A
Every 2 years
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B
Every 3 years
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C
Every 4 years
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D
Every 5 years
5
What is the role of the High Court of Australia?
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A
To make new laws
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B
To enforce laws
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C
To interpret laws and the Constitution
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D
To represent Australia overseas
6
Which of these is a responsibility of an Australian citizen?
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A
Becoming Prime Minister
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B
Serving on a jury
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C
Being a member of Parliament
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D
Being the Governor-General
7
What are the three levels of government in Australia?
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A
Federal, State, and Local
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B
Federal, Regional, and Municipal
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C
National, Provincial, and City
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D
Central, District, and Town
8
What is the name of the document that outlines the fundamental rules for Australia's government?
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A
The Bill of Rights
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B
The Magna Carta
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C
The Constitution
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D
The Declaration of Independence
9
Who leads the government in Australia?
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A
The Governor-General
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B
The Opposition Leader
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C
The Prime Minister
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D
The Speaker of the House
10
What does it mean to be a 'responsible citizen' in Australia?
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A
Only caring about yourself
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B
Respecting laws and participating in the community
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C
Never disagreeing with the government
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D
Only following the rules you like
11
What is the main purpose of laws in a country like Australia?
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A
To make things difficult for people
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B
To keep order and protect people's rights
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C
To only help the government
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D
To give everyone the same job
12
Which house of the Australian Federal Parliament has representatives for each state and territory, with two senators for each?
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A
The House of Representatives
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B
The Senate
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C
The High Court
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D
The Cabinet
13
What is the role of the Governor-General in Australia?
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A
To be the leader of the political party
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B
To represent the King or Queen and perform constitutional duties
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C
To make all the laws
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D
To be the main judge of the country
14
What is the name given to the group of ministers who advise the Prime Minister and run government departments?
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A
The Parliament
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B
The Opposition
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C
The Cabinet
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D
The Judiciary
15
Which of the following is a right of Australian citizens?
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A
The right to always win elections
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B
The right to vote in elections
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C
The right to be Prime Minister
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D
The right to make laws
16
What is the name of the political party that wins the most seats in the House of Representatives and forms the government?
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A
The Opposition Party
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B
The Independent Party
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C
The Majority Party
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D
The Ruling Party
17
What is the capital city of Australia?
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A
Sydney
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B
Melbourne
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C
Canberra
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D
Brisbane
18
When a country's leaders are chosen by the people, this is called:
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A
A dictatorship
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B
An election
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C
A revolution
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D
A monarchy
19
What is the term for a group of people who disagree with the government and try to offer alternative ideas?
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A
The Cabinet
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B
The Majority
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C
The Opposition
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D
The Parliament
20
Which of these is a fundamental part of Australian democracy?
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A
No one is allowed to disagree
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B
People can express their opinions freely
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C
Only the government can speak
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D
All laws are the same for everyone
21
What is the name of the building where the Australian Federal Parliament meets?
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A
The High Court Building
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B
Parliament House
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C
The Governor-General's Residence
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D
The Treasury Building
22
What is the primary function of a Member of Parliament (MP)?
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A
To be a judge
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B
To represent the people in their electorate
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C
To be the Prime Minister
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D
To command the army
