We all know that to become a citizen of a country, you’d have to undergo a citizenship test. And every country is different when it comes to these exams – with some more challenging than others.

Radio personalities Kyle Sandilands and Jackie ‘O’ Henderson discovered just how difficult the Australian citizenship test is.

The pair put their skills to the test last Thursday – and garnered some surprising results. The crash course on Australia was given by newsreader Brooklyn Ross, who quizzed them on topics asked during the official citizenship test.

The radio show hosts urged others to try and beat their version of the Australian citizenship test. Credit: Facebook

After the exam, Jackie got most of the questions correct, and Kyle had only a handful of correct answers.

The pair concluded that if someone wasn’t born in Australia, the exam would be difficult to pass. Kyle admitted that he was impressed his co-host got many questions right.

Jackie credited her success to a book called The Little Book of Australian History, which she read years ago. She said: ‘It gives you everything you need to know, that you should know if you live here.’

The official citizenship practice test has 20 multiple-choice questions and can be found here. To pass, the examinee must get 15 questions correctly (75 per cent).

Do you think you can finish this exam with ease? We’ve compiled some of the practice questions to test your skills! The answers can be found at the end of this article:

Question #1

What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag?

a. Black, red and yellow

b. Green, white and black

c. Blue, white and green

Question #2

What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?

a. The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum

b. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia

c. The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed

Question #3

Which of these is an example of freedom of speech?

a. People can peacefully protest against a government action

b. Men and women are treated equally in a court of law

c. Australians are free to not follow a religion

Question #4

Which of these statements about the government in Australia is correct?

a. The government does not allow some religions

b. The government in Australia is secular

c. Religious laws are passed by Parliament

Question #5

Which of these is an example of equality in Australia?

a. Everyone follows the same religion

b. Men and women have equal rights

c. Everyone belongs to the same political party

Can you pass the Australian citizenship test? Credit: Polina Zimmerman in Pexels

Question #6

Which of these statements about passports is correct?

a. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport

b. Permanent residents can hold an Australian passport

c. Australian citizens need a passport and visa to return to Australia

Question #7

Which of these statements about voting in Australian elections is correct?

a. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate

b. Voting is by a show of hands

c. People must write their name on their vote

Question #8

Which arm of government has the power to interpret and apply laws?

a. Legislative

b. Executive

c. Judicial

Question #9

Which of these is the role of the Governor-General?

a. The appointment of state premiers

b. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law

c. The appointment of the Head of State

Question #10

In Australia, can you encourage violence against a person or group of people if you have been insulted?

a. Yes, if you do not intend to carry out the violence

b. No, it is against Australian values and the law

c. Sometimes, if I feel very offended

Have you recorded your answers? Check if you’ve got everything right below!

Answer key:

1. A. Black, red and yellow.

2. B. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia.

3. A. People can peacefully protest government action.

4. B. The government in Australia is secular.

5. B. Men and women have equal rights.

6. A. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport.

7. A. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate.

8. C. Judicial.

9. B. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law.

10. B. No, it is against Australian values and the law.

Key Takeaways

• Radio hosts Kyle and Jackie O took the Australian citizenship test to gauge how well they’d fare last Thursday.
• They concluded that if you're not born in Australia, the test can be quite difficult to pass.
• Jackie did quite well on the test, thanks to a book she read on Australian history.
• Kyle wasn't as successful, but he was still impressed with his co-host's performance.

Well, members, how many answers did you get correct? Let us know in the comments below!

 

[RobD]

We all know that to become a citizen of a country, you’d have to undergo a citizenship test. And every country is different when it comes to these exams – with some more challenging than others.

Radio personalities Kyle Sandilands and Jackie ‘O’ Henderson discovered just how difficult the Australian citizenship test is.

The pair put their skills to the test last Thursday – and garnered some surprising results. The crash course on Australia was given by newsreader Brooklyn Ross, who quizzed them on topics asked during the official citizenship test.

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The radio show hosts urged others to try and beat their version of the Australian citizenship test. Credit: Facebook

After the exam, Jackie got most of the questions correct, and Kyle had only a handful of correct answers.

The pair concluded that if someone wasn’t born in Australia, the exam would be difficult to pass. Kyle admitted that he was impressed his co-host got many questions right.

Jackie credited her success to a book called The Little Book of Australian History, which she read years ago. She said: ‘It gives you everything you need to know, that you should know if you live here.’

The official citizenship practice test has 20 multiple-choice questions and can be found here. To pass, the examinee must get 15 questions correctly (75 per cent).

Do you think you can finish this exam with ease? We’ve compiled some of the practice questions to test your skills! The answers can be found at the end of this article:

Question #1

What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag?

a. Black, red and yellow

b. Green, white and black

c. Blue, white and green

Question #2

What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?

a. The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum

b. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia

c. The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed

Question #3

Which of these is an example of freedom of speech?

a. People can peacefully protest against a government action

b. Men and women are treated equally in a court of law

c. Australians are free to not follow a religion

Question #4

Which of these statements about the government in Australia is correct?

a. The government does not allow some religions

b. The government in Australia is secular

c. Religious laws are passed by Parliament

Question #5

Which of these is an example of equality in Australia?

a. Everyone follows the same religion

b. Men and women have equal rights

c. Everyone belongs to the same political party

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Can you pass the Australian citizenship test? Credit: Polina Zimmerman in Pexels

Question #6

Which of these statements about passports is correct?

a. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport

b. Permanent residents can hold an Australian passport

c. Australian citizens need a passport and visa to return to Australia

Question #7

Which of these statements about voting in Australian elections is correct?

a. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate

b. Voting is by a show of hands

c. People must write their name on their vote

Question #8

Which arm of government has the power to interpret and apply laws?

a. Legislative

b. Executive

c. Judicial

Question #9

Which of these is the role of the Governor-General?

a. The appointment of state premiers

b. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law

c. The appointment of the Head of State

Question #10

In Australia, can you encourage violence against a person or group of people if you have been insulted?

a. Yes, if you do not intend to carry out the violence

b. No, it is against Australian values and the law

c. Sometimes, if I feel very offended

Have you recorded your answers? Check if you’ve got everything right below!

Answer key:

1. A. Black, red and yellow.

2. B. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia.

3. A. People can peacefully protest government action.

4. B. The government in Australia is secular.

5. B. Men and women have equal rights.

6. A. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport.

7. A. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate.

8. C. Judicial.

9. B. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law.

10. B. No, it is against Australian values and the law.

Key Takeaways

• Radio hosts Kyle and Jackie O took the Australian citizenship test to gauge how well they’d fare last Thursday.
• They concluded that if you're not born in Australia, the test can be quite difficult to pass.
• Jackie did quite well on the test, thanks to a book she read on Australian history.
• Kyle wasn't as successful, but he was still impressed with his co-host's performance.

Well, members, how many answers did you get correct? Let us know in the comments below!

100% correct and 100% Aussie!! BUT never heard of these Kyle and Jackie O radio hosts!

 

[NickyW]

We all know that to become a citizen of a country, you’d have to undergo a citizenship test. And every country is different when it comes to these exams – with some more challenging than others.

Radio personalities Kyle Sandilands and Jackie ‘O’ Henderson discovered just how difficult the Australian citizenship test is.

The pair put their skills to the test last Thursday – and garnered some surprising results. The crash course on Australia was given by newsreader Brooklyn Ross, who quizzed them on topics asked during the official citizenship test.

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The radio show hosts urged others to try and beat their version of the Australian citizenship test. Credit: Facebook

After the exam, Jackie got most of the questions correct, and Kyle had only a handful of correct answers.

The pair concluded that if someone wasn’t born in Australia, the exam would be difficult to pass. Kyle admitted that he was impressed his co-host got many questions right.

Jackie credited her success to a book called The Little Book of Australian History, which she read years ago. She said: ‘It gives you everything you need to know, that you should know if you live here.’

The official citizenship practice test has 20 multiple-choice questions and can be found here. To pass, the examinee must get 15 questions correctly (75 per cent).

Do you think you can finish this exam with ease? We’ve compiled some of the practice questions to test your skills! The answers can be found at the end of this article:

Question #1

What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag?

a. Black, red and yellow

b. Green, white and black

c. Blue, white and green

Question #2

What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?

a. The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum

b. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia

c. The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed

Question #3

Which of these is an example of freedom of speech?

a. People can peacefully protest against a government action

b. Men and women are treated equally in a court of law

c. Australians are free to not follow a religion

Question #4

Which of these statements about the government in Australia is correct?

a. The government does not allow some religions

b. The government in Australia is secular

c. Religious laws are passed by Parliament

Question #5

Which of these is an example of equality in Australia?

a. Everyone follows the same religion

b. Men and women have equal rights

c. Everyone belongs to the same political party

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Can you pass the Australian citizenship test? Credit: Polina Zimmerman in Pexels

Question #6

Which of these statements about passports is correct?

a. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport

b. Permanent residents can hold an Australian passport

c. Australian citizens need a passport and visa to return to Australia

Question #7

Which of these statements about voting in Australian elections is correct?

a. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate

b. Voting is by a show of hands

c. People must write their name on their vote

Question #8

Which arm of government has the power to interpret and apply laws?

a. Legislative

b. Executive

c. Judicial

Question #9

Which of these is the role of the Governor-General?

a. The appointment of state premiers

b. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law

c. The appointment of the Head of State

Question #10

In Australia, can you encourage violence against a person or group of people if you have been insulted?

a. Yes, if you do not intend to carry out the violence

b. No, it is against Australian values and the law

c. Sometimes, if I feel very offended

Have you recorded your answers? Check if you’ve got everything right below!

Answer key:

1. A. Black, red and yellow.

2. B. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia.

3. A. People can peacefully protest government action.

4. B. The government in Australia is secular.

5. B. Men and women have equal rights.

6. A. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport.

7. A. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate.

8. C. Judicial.

9. B. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law.

10. B. No, it is against Australian values and the law.

Key Takeaways

• Radio hosts Kyle and Jackie O took the Australian citizenship test to gauge how well they’d fare last Thursday.
• They concluded that if you're not born in Australia, the test can be quite difficult to pass.
• Jackie did quite well on the test, thanks to a book she read on Australian history.
• Kyle wasn't as successful, but he was still impressed with his co-host's performance.

Well, members, how many answers did you get correct? Let us know in the comments below! I got all correct.

 

[NickyW]

All correct. Not too difficult when format is multiple choice.

 

[chezna]

10/10
Not an Australian citizen however when applying for citizenship they are given a book which has 100 questions to peruse for the test..

 

[Noraya]

Got 9 right, which makes me a little less nervous as I have finally applied for the Australian citizenship a few weeks ago

 

[Donna Beehag]

10 out of 10 correct. They were easy.
Australian through and through. We were taught well when I was at school in 1950s +

 

[goodmorning]

a NZer and got 8/10

 

[JayKay]

Born and bred true blue Aussie.
DNA shows 100% of my heritage from England, Scotland and Ireland.
My score on the questions 100%, maybe because it's in my blood?
I like to know what's happening in my own country, what changes are taking place so I listen to the news frequently and I read a lot.
Doesn't matter what your score is, it's a chance to learn something new.

 

[Isabella]

We all know that to become a citizen of a country, you’d have to undergo a citizenship test. And every country is different when it comes to these exams – with some more challenging than others.

Radio personalities Kyle Sandilands and Jackie ‘O’ Henderson discovered just how difficult the Australian citizenship test is.

The pair put their skills to the test last Thursday – and garnered some surprising results. The crash course on Australia was given by newsreader Brooklyn Ross, who quizzed them on topics asked during the official citizenship test.

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The radio show hosts urged others to try and beat their version of the Australian citizenship test. Credit: Facebook

After the exam, Jackie got most of the questions correct, and Kyle had only a handful of correct answers.

The pair concluded that if someone wasn’t born in Australia, the exam would be difficult to pass. Kyle admitted that he was impressed his co-host got many questions right.

Jackie credited her success to a book called The Little Book of Australian History, which she read years ago. She said: ‘It gives you everything you need to know, that you should know if you live here.’

The official citizenship practice test has 20 multiple-choice questions and can be found here. To pass, the examinee must get 15 questions correctly (75 per cent).

Do you think you can finish this exam with ease? We’ve compiled some of the practice questions to test your skills! The answers can be found at the end of this article:

Question #1

What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag?

a. Black, red and yellow

b. Green, white and black

c. Blue, white and green

Question #2

What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?

a. The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum

b. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia

c. The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed

Question #3

Which of these is an example of freedom of speech?

a. People can peacefully protest against a government action

b. Men and women are treated equally in a court of law

c. Australians are free to not follow a religion

Question #4

Which of these statements about the government in Australia is correct?

a. The government does not allow some religions

b. The government in Australia is secular

c. Religious laws are passed by Parliament

Question #5

Which of these is an example of equality in Australia?

a. Everyone follows the same religion

b. Men and women have equal rights

c. Everyone belongs to the same political party

View attachment 8500

Can you pass the Australian citizenship test? Credit: Polina Zimmerman in Pexels

Question #6

Which of these statements about passports is correct?

a. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport

b. Permanent residents can hold an Australian passport

c. Australian citizens need a passport and visa to return to Australia

Question #7

Which of these statements about voting in Australian elections is correct?

a. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate

b. Voting is by a show of hands

c. People must write their name on their vote

Question #8

Which arm of government has the power to interpret and apply laws?

a. Legislative

b. Executive

c. Judicial

Question #9

Which of these is the role of the Governor-General?

a. The appointment of state premiers

b. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law

c. The appointment of the Head of State

Question #10

In Australia, can you encourage violence against a person or group of people if you have been insulted?

a. Yes, if you do not intend to carry out the violence

b. No, it is against Australian values and the law

c. Sometimes, if I feel very offended

Have you recorded your answers? Check if you’ve got everything right below!

Answer key:

1. A. Black, red and yellow.

2. B. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia.

3. A. People can peacefully protest government action.

4. B. The government in Australia is secular.

5. B. Men and women have equal rights.

6. A. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport.

7. A. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate.

8. C. Judicial.

9. B. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law.

10. B. No, it is against Australian values and the law.

Key Takeaways

• Radio hosts Kyle and Jackie O took the Australian citizenship test to gauge how well they’d fare last Thursday.
• They concluded that if you're not born in Australia, the test can be quite difficult to pass.
• Jackie did quite well on the test, thanks to a book she read on Australian history.
• Kyle wasn't as successful, but he was still impressed with his co-host's performance.

Well, members, how many answers did you get correct? Let us know in the comments below!

100%

 

[Suzanne rose]

I'm 5th generation Aussie, my ancestors are from England, Scotland and Ireland

I am surprised I got them all write and with a few answers could extend it.
I did however study Australian Studies at tafe
These questions may have been a little confusing to non natives.

Good to know my IQ is higher than Kyle Sanderlands
Also what intrigues me is that many do not know who our 1st Prime Minister was. Edmund Barton

Barton died on 7 January 1920 from heart failure at the Hydro Majestic Hotel, Medlow Bath, New South Wales. This I found out when I stayed at the Hydro Majestic one of the most haunted Hotels in NSW

 

[Vinylted]

10/10 Old Aussie.

 

[Ronloby]

We all know that to become a citizen of a country, you’d have to undergo a citizenship test. And every country is different when it comes to these exams – with some more challenging than others.

Radio personalities Kyle Sandilands and Jackie ‘O’ Henderson discovered just how difficult the Australian citizenship test is.

The pair put their skills to the test last Thursday – and garnered some surprising results. The crash course on Australia was given by newsreader Brooklyn Ross, who quizzed them on topics asked during the official citizenship test.

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The radio show hosts urged others to try and beat their version of the Australian citizenship test. Credit: Facebook

After the exam, Jackie got most of the questions correct, and Kyle had only a handful of correct answers.

The pair concluded that if someone wasn’t born in Australia, the exam would be difficult to pass. Kyle admitted that he was impressed his co-host got many questions right.

Jackie credited her success to a book called The Little Book of Australian History, which she read years ago. She said: ‘It gives you everything you need to know, that you should know if you live here.’

The official citizenship practice test has 20 multiple-choice questions and can be found here. To pass, the examinee must get 15 questions correctly (75 per cent).

Do you think you can finish this exam with ease? We’ve compiled some of the practice questions to test your skills! The answers can be found at the end of this article:

Question #1

What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag?

a. Black, red and yellow

b. Green, white and black

c. Blue, white and green

Question #2

What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?

a. The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum

b. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia

c. The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed

Question #3

Which of these is an example of freedom of speech?

a. People can peacefully protest against a government action

b. Men and women are treated equally in a court of law

c. Australians are free to not follow a religion

Question #4

Which of these statements about the government in Australia is correct?

a. The government does not allow some religions

b. The government in Australia is secular

c. Religious laws are passed by Parliament

Question #5

Which of these is an example of equality in Australia?

a. Everyone follows the same religion

b. Men and women have equal rights

c. Everyone belongs to the same political party

View attachment 8500

Can you pass the Australian citizenship test? Credit: Polina Zimmerman in Pexels

Question #6

Which of these statements about passports is correct?

a. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport

b. Permanent residents can hold an Australian passport

c. Australian citizens need a passport and visa to return to Australia

Question #7

Which of these statements about voting in Australian elections is correct?

a. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate

b. Voting is by a show of hands

c. People must write their name on their vote

Question #8

Which arm of government has the power to interpret and apply laws?

a. Legislative

b. Executive

c. Judicial

Question #9

Which of these is the role of the Governor-General?

a. The appointment of state premiers

b. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law

c. The appointment of the Head of State

Question #10

In Australia, can you encourage violence against a person or group of people if you have been insulted?

a. Yes, if you do not intend to carry out the violence

b. No, it is against Australian values and the law

c. Sometimes, if I feel very offended

Have you recorded your answers? Check if you’ve got everything right below!

Answer key:

1. A. Black, red and yellow.

2. B. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia.

3. A. People can peacefully protest government action.

4. B. The government in Australia is secular.

5. B. Men and women have equal rights.

6. A. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport.

7. A. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate.

8. C. Judicial.

9. B. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law.

10. B. No, it is against Australian values and the law.

Key Takeaways

• Radio hosts Kyle and Jackie O took the Australian citizenship test to gauge how well they’d fare last Thursday.
• They concluded that if you're not born in Australia, the test can be quite difficult to pass.
• Jackie did quite well on the test, thanks to a book she read on Australian history.
• Kyle wasn't as successful, but he was still impressed with his co-host's performance.

Well, members, how many answers did you get correct? Let us know in the comments below!

 

[Ronloby]

We all know that to become a citizen of a country, you’d have to undergo a citizenship test. And every country is different when it comes to these exams – with some more challenging than others.

Radio personalities Kyle Sandilands and Jackie ‘O’ Henderson discovered just how difficult the Australian citizenship test is.

The pair put their skills to the test last Thursday – and garnered some surprising results. The crash course on Australia was given by newsreader Brooklyn Ross, who quizzed them on topics asked during the official citizenship test.

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The radio show hosts urged others to try and beat their version of the Australian citizenship test. Credit: Facebook

After the exam, Jackie got most of the questions correct, and Kyle had only a handful of correct answers.

The pair concluded that if someone wasn’t born in Australia, the exam would be difficult to pass. Kyle admitted that he was impressed his co-host got many questions right.

Jackie credited her success to a book called The Little Book of Australian History, which she read years ago. She said: ‘It gives you everything you need to know, that you should know if you live here.’

The official citizenship practice test has 20 multiple-choice questions and can be found here. To pass, the examinee must get 15 questions correctly (75 per cent).

Do you think you can finish this exam with ease? We’ve compiled some of the practice questions to test your skills! The answers can be found at the end of this article:

Question #1

What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag?

a. Black, red and yellow

b. Green, white and black

c. Blue, white and green

Question #2

What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?

a. The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum

b. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia

c. The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed

Question #3

Which of these is an example of freedom of speech?

a. People can peacefully protest against a government action

b. Men and women are treated equally in a court of law

c. Australians are free to not follow a religion

Question #4

Which of these statements about the government in Australia is correct?

a. The government does not allow some religions

b. The government in Australia is secular

c. Religious laws are passed by Parliament

Question #5

Which of these is an example of equality in Australia?

a. Everyone follows the same religion

b. Men and women have equal rights

c. Everyone belongs to the same political party

View attachment 8500

Can you pass the Australian citizenship test? Credit: Polina Zimmerman in Pexels

Question #6

Which of these statements about passports is correct?

a. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport

b. Permanent residents can hold an Australian passport

c. Australian citizens need a passport and visa to return to Australia

Question #7

Which of these statements about voting in Australian elections is correct?

a. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate

b. Voting is by a show of hands

c. People must write their name on their vote

Question #8

Which arm of government has the power to interpret and apply laws?

a. Legislative

b. Executive

c. Judicial

Question #9

Which of these is the role of the Governor-General?

a. The appointment of state premiers

b. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law

c. The appointment of the Head of State

Question #10

In Australia, can you encourage violence against a person or group of people if you have been insulted?

a. Yes, if you do not intend to carry out the violence

b. No, it is against Australian values and the law

c. Sometimes, if I feel very offended

Have you recorded your answers? Check if you’ve got everything right below!

Answer key:

1. A. Black, red and yellow.

2. B. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia.

3. A. People can peacefully protest government action.

4. B. The government in Australia is secular.

5. B. Men and women have equal rights.

6. A. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport.

7. A. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate.

8. C. Judicial.

9. B. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law.

10. B. No, it is against Australian values and the law.

Key Takeaways

• Radio hosts Kyle and Jackie O took the Australian citizenship test to gauge how well they’d fare last Thursday.
• They concluded that if you're not born in Australia, the test can be quite difficult to pass.
• Jackie did quite well on the test, thanks to a book she read on Australian history.
• Kyle wasn't as successful, but he was still impressed with his co-host's performance.

Well, members, how many answers did you get correct? Let us know in the comments below!

10/10. ALL Aussies should get them correct.

 

[Jen003]

We all know that to become a citizen of a country, you’d have to undergo a citizenship test. And every country is different when it comes to these exams – with some more challenging than others.

Radio personalities Kyle Sandilands and Jackie ‘O’ Henderson discovered just how difficult the Australian citizenship test is.

The pair put their skills to the test last Thursday – and garnered some surprising results. The crash course on Australia was given by newsreader Brooklyn Ross, who quizzed them on topics asked during the official citizenship test.

View attachment 8501

The radio show hosts urged others to try and beat their version of the Australian citizenship test. Credit: Facebook

After the exam, Jackie got most of the questions correct, and Kyle had only a handful of correct answers.

The pair concluded that if someone wasn’t born in Australia, the exam would be difficult to pass. Kyle admitted that he was impressed his co-host got many questions right.

Jackie credited her success to a book called The Little Book of Australian History, which she read years ago. She said: ‘It gives you everything you need to know, that you should know if you live here.’

The official citizenship practice test has 20 multiple-choice questions and can be found here. To pass, the examinee must get 15 questions correctly (75 per cent).

Do you think you can finish this exam with ease? We’ve compiled some of the practice questions to test your skills! The answers can be found at the end of this article:

Question #1

What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag?

a. Black, red and yellow

b. Green, white and black

c. Blue, white and green

Question #2

What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?

a. The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum

b. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia

c. The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed

Question #3

Which of these is an example of freedom of speech?

a. People can peacefully protest against a government action

b. Men and women are treated equally in a court of law

c. Australians are free to not follow a religion

Question #4

Which of these statements about the government in Australia is correct?

a. The government does not allow some religions

b. The government in Australia is secular

c. Religious laws are passed by Parliament

Question #5

Which of these is an example of equality in Australia?

a. Everyone follows the same religion

b. Men and women have equal rights

c. Everyone belongs to the same political party

View attachment 8500

Can you pass the Australian citizenship test? Credit: Polina Zimmerman in Pexels

Question #6

Which of these statements about passports is correct?

a. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport

b. Permanent residents can hold an Australian passport

c. Australian citizens need a passport and visa to return to Australia

Question #7

Which of these statements about voting in Australian elections is correct?

a. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate

b. Voting is by a show of hands

c. People must write their name on their vote

Question #8

Which arm of government has the power to interpret and apply laws?

a. Legislative

b. Executive

c. Judicial

Question #9

Which of these is the role of the Governor-General?

a. The appointment of state premiers

b. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law

c. The appointment of the Head of State

Question #10

In Australia, can you encourage violence against a person or group of people if you have been insulted?

a. Yes, if you do not intend to carry out the violence

b. No, it is against Australian values and the law

c. Sometimes, if I feel very offended

Have you recorded your answers? Check if you’ve got everything right below!

Answer key:

1. A. Black, red and yellow.

2. B. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia.

3. A. People can peacefully protest government action.

4. B. The government in Australia is secular.

5. B. Men and women have equal rights.

6. A. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport.

7. A. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate.

8. C. Judicial.

9. B. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law.

10. B. No, it is against Australian values and the law.

Key Takeaways

• Radio hosts Kyle and Jackie O took the Australian citizenship test to gauge how well they’d fare last Thursday.
• They concluded that if you're not born in Australia, the test can be quite difficult to pass.
• Jackie did quite well on the test, thanks to a book she read on Australian history.
• Kyle wasn't as successful, but he was still impressed with his co-host's performance.

Well, members, how many answers did you get correct? Let us know in the comments below!

I got 9 right. Had no idea on No 2. Don't care about dates.

 

[Colette 3799]

6 & 2 wrong

 

[Southmelbswans]

We all know that to become a citizen of a country, you’d have to undergo a citizenship test. And every country is different when it comes to these exams – with some more challenging than others.

Radio personalities Kyle Sandilands and Jackie ‘O’ Henderson discovered just how difficult the Australian citizenship test is.

The pair put their skills to the test last Thursday – and garnered some surprising results. The crash course on Australia was given by newsreader Brooklyn Ross, who quizzed them on topics asked during the official citizenship test.

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The radio show hosts urged others to try and beat their version of the Australian citizenship test. Credit: Facebook

After the exam, Jackie got most of the questions correct, and Kyle had only a handful of correct answers.

The pair concluded that if someone wasn’t born in Australia, the exam would be difficult to pass. Kyle admitted that he was impressed his co-host got many questions right.

Jackie credited her success to a book called The Little Book of Australian History, which she read years ago. She said: ‘It gives you everything you need to know, that you should know if you live here.’

The official citizenship practice test has 20 multiple-choice questions and can be found here. To pass, the examinee must get 15 questions correctly (75 per cent).

Do you think you can finish this exam with ease? We’ve compiled some of the practice questions to test your skills! The answers can be found at the end of this article:

Question #1

What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag?

a. Black, red and yellow

b. Green, white and black

c. Blue, white and green

Question #2

What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?

a. The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum

b. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia

c. The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed

Question #3

Which of these is an example of freedom of speech?

a. People can peacefully protest against a government action

b. Men and women are treated equally in a court of law

c. Australians are free to not follow a religion

Question #4

Which of these statements about the government in Australia is correct?

a. The government does not allow some religions

b. The government in Australia is secular

c. Religious laws are passed by Parliament

Question #5

Which of these is an example of equality in Australia?

a. Everyone follows the same religion

b. Men and women have equal rights

c. Everyone belongs to the same political party

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Can you pass the Australian citizenship test? Credit: Polina Zimmerman in Pexels

Question #6

Which of these statements about passports is correct?

a. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport

b. Permanent residents can hold an Australian passport

c. Australian citizens need a passport and visa to return to Australia

Question #7

Which of these statements about voting in Australian elections is correct?

a. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate

b. Voting is by a show of hands

c. People must write their name on their vote

Question #8

Which arm of government has the power to interpret and apply laws?

a. Legislative

b. Executive

c. Judicial

Question #9

Which of these is the role of the Governor-General?

a. The appointment of state premiers

b. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law

c. The appointment of the Head of State

Question #10

In Australia, can you encourage violence against a person or group of people if you have been insulted?

a. Yes, if you do not intend to carry out the violence

b. No, it is against Australian values and the law

c. Sometimes, if I feel very offended

Have you recorded your answers? Check if you’ve got everything right below!

Answer key:

1. A. Black, red and yellow.

2. B. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia.

3. A. People can peacefully protest government action.

4. B. The government in Australia is secular.

5. B. Men and women have equal rights.

6. A. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport.

7. A. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate.

8. C. Judicial.

9. B. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law.

10. B. No, it is against Australian values and the law.

Key Takeaways

• Radio hosts Kyle and Jackie O took the Australian citizenship test to gauge how well they’d fare last Thursday.
• They concluded that if you're not born in Australia, the test can be quite difficult to pass.
• Jackie did quite well on the test, thanks to a book she read on Australian history.
• Kyle wasn't as successful, but he was still impressed with his co-host's performance.

Well, members, how many answers did you get correct? Let us know in the comments below!

All correct

 

[Rens]

am an resident and have 10 out of 10 right

 

[donjvolunteerteacher@gmai]

We all know that to become a citizen of a country, you’d have to undergo a citizenship test. And every country is different when it comes to these exams – with some more challenging than others.

Radio personalities Kyle Sandilands and Jackie ‘O’ Henderson discovered just how difficult the Australian citizenship test is.

The pair put their skills to the test last Thursday – and garnered some surprising results. The crash course on Australia was given by newsreader Brooklyn Ross, who quizzed them on topics asked during the official citizenship test.

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The radio show hosts urged others to try and beat their version of the Australian citizenship test. Credit: Facebook

After the exam, Jackie got most of the questions correct, and Kyle had only a handful of correct answers.

The pair concluded that if someone wasn’t born in Australia, the exam would be difficult to pass. Kyle admitted that he was impressed his co-host got many questions right.

Jackie credited her success to a book called The Little Book of Australian History, which she read years ago. She said: ‘It gives you everything you need to know, that you should know if you live here.’

The official citizenship practice test has 20 multiple-choice questions and can be found here. To pass, the examinee must get 15 questions correctly (75 per cent).

Do you think you can finish this exam with ease? We’ve compiled some of the practice questions to test your skills! The answers can be found at the end of this article:

Question #1

What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag?

a. Black, red and yellow

b. Green, white and black

c. Blue, white and green

Question #2

What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?

a. The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum

b. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia

c. The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed

Question #3

Which of these is an example of freedom of speech?

a. People can peacefully protest against a government action

b. Men and women are treated equally in a court of law

c. Australians are free to not follow a religion

Question #4

Which of these statements about the government in Australia is correct?

a. The government does not allow some religions

b. The government in Australia is secular

c. Religious laws are passed by Parliament

Question #5

Which of these is an example of equality in Australia?

a. Everyone follows the same religion

b. Men and women have equal rights

c. Everyone belongs to the same political party

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Can you pass the Australian citizenship test? Credit: Polina Zimmerman in Pexels

Question #6

Which of these statements about passports is correct?

a. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport

b. Permanent residents can hold an Australian passport

c. Australian citizens need a passport and visa to return to Australia

Question #7

Which of these statements about voting in Australian elections is correct?

a. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate

b. Voting is by a show of hands

c. People must write their name on their vote

Question #8

Which arm of government has the power to interpret and apply laws?

a. Legislative

b. Executive

c. Judicial

Question #9

Which of these is the role of the Governor-General?

a. The appointment of state premiers

b. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law

c. The appointment of the Head of State

Question #10

In Australia, can you encourage violence against a person or group of people if you have been insulted?

a. Yes, if you do not intend to carry out the violence

b. No, it is against Australian values and the law

c. Sometimes, if I feel very offended

Have you recorded your answers? Check if you’ve got everything right below!

Answer key:

1. A. Black, red and yellow.

2. B. The separate colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia.

3. A. People can peacefully protest government action.

4. B. The government in Australia is secular.

5. B. Men and women have equal rights.

6. A. Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport.

7. A. People are free and safe to vote for any candidate.

8. C. Judicial.

9. B. Signing all Bills passed by the Australian Parliament into law.

10. B. No, it is against Australian values and the law.

Key Takeaways

• Radio hosts Kyle and Jackie O took the Australian citizenship test to gauge how well they’d fare last Thursday.
• They concluded that if you're not born in Australia, the test can be quite difficult to pass.
• Jackie did quite well on the test, thanks to a book she read on Australian history.
• Kyle wasn't as successful, but he was still impressed with his co-host's performance.

Well, members, how many answers did you get correct? Let us know in the comments below!

 

[donjvolunteerteacher@gmai]

All correct

Iam a 90 year old migrant and got all 10 questions correct

 

[Ashmenou]

9/10. Got 8 wrong