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Australian values practice questions

Australian values questions test whether you understand the values Australians share, such as freedom, respect, equality and a fair go. Five of the 20 questions on the citizenship test are about Australian values, and you must answer all five correctly to pass, even if the rest of your score is high.

What this topic covers

  • Respect for the equal worth, dignity and freedom of each person
  • Freedom of speech, religion and association within the law
  • Commitment to the rule of law and parliamentary democracy
  • Equality of men and women and equality of opportunity
  • Mutual respect, tolerance, compassion and a “fair go”
  • The English language as the national language and a unifying element
Study notes: Australian values

Sample questions with answers

  1. 1.Australian values are based on which of the following?

    • AFreedom, respect, fairness and equality of opportunity
    • BWealth, social class, family status and privilege
    • CReligion, heritage, tradition and family background
    • DObedience, loyalty to leaders and strict tradition
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    Answer: A. Freedom, respect, fairness and equality of opportunity

    The source states that Australian values are based on freedom, respect, fairness and equality of opportunity, and that these are central to Australia remaining a secure, prosperous and peaceful place to live.

  2. 2.What does ‘a fair go’ mean in Australian culture?

    • AOnly certain groups deserve opportunities
    • BEveryone gets the same outcome regardless of effort
    • CSuccess is guaranteed for everyone
    • DEveryone should have equal opportunity to succeed
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    Answer: D. Everyone should have equal opportunity to succeed

    A ‘fair go’ means everyone, regardless of their background, is given an equal opportunity to achieve success in life. It is about equal opportunity, not guaranteed equal outcomes.

  3. 3.What does mutual respect mean in Australian society?

    • ARespecting others regardless of their background, beliefs, or culture
    • BRespecting only people who share your background and beliefs
    • CRespecting others only when they agree with your opinions
    • DRespecting only authority figures such as police and politicians
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    Answer: A. Respecting others regardless of their background, beliefs, or culture

    In Australia, individuals must respect the freedom and dignity of others, and their opinions and choices, whatever their background.

  4. 4.What does tolerance mean in Australian society?

    • AAccepting differences and respecting others’ beliefs
    • BIgnoring problems and disagreements in the community
    • COnly accepting people who share your own background
    • DAgreeing with everyone’s opinions about everything
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    Answer: A. Accepting differences and respecting others’ beliefs

    Mutual respect and tolerance means listening to others and respecting their views and opinions, even when they are different from your own. People should be tolerant of each other where they disagree.

  5. 5.What does equality mean in Australia?

    • AEveryone must earn the same income from their work
    • BOnly citizens are treated equally under the law
    • CEveryone should be treated equally under the law
    • DEveryone must follow the same religion and culture
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    Answer: C. Everyone should be treated equally under the law

    All Australians are equal under the law, and there are laws that protect people from being treated differently because of their gender, race, disability, age or other characteristics.