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!

 

[wolram]

10/10. I would be worried about anyone who was born here who got less than 8. There are no difficult questions in this list, a couple of ambiguous questions maybe, but not difficult.

 

[Ashmenou]

9/10. Got question 8 wrong

 

[Tony@51]

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!

10

 

[Sandygwalk]

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!

English born Citizen and proud of Australia, best place in the world.
10 out of 10.

 

[Goodbloke]

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 had all answers correct, however being born in Australia and being older does provide the edge.

 

[Bellebelle]

My wife is from phillipines and has failed this 6 times when she sits it she claims that there are not many questions from the example questions .....

 

[gordon1940]

Should Permanent Residents be required to apply for Citizenship after a set time, or have their Residency revoked?

 

[toneractionch]

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!

9 out of 10

 

[SueView]

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!

Amazingly, I got them all right!

 

[Ronsha]

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!

I also got 10/10

 

[Macarj]

10 right

 

[Annna]

Got them all correct.

These questions require you to think logically.

For those who have said they're difficult, they should rightly not be too easy or frivolous because those seeking citizenship should show they want it and merit it.

 

[Pam White]

As far as I know, prospective citizens are given a book that explains all the information needed to answer the questions. So it is not as difficult as it may seem.

 

[Michelle S]

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!

10 out of 10 but then I was naturalised and am a Justice of the Peace two things that makes you think and study and more importantly remember ... I suspect that being born in Australia would not automatically be an advantage

 

[Michelle S]

Got them all correct.

These questions require you to think logically.

For those who have said they're difficult, they should rightly not be too easy or frivolous because those seeking citizenship should show they want it and merit it.

agree but that reasoning should also apply to those born "Australian"

 

[Darron]

10/10

 

[Natalka]

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 thought this was straightforward. I scored 10/10. But I grew up in Australia. Any tests such as these are always difficult for people who arrive from different systems and who don't have a strong understanding of English. But, with a little preparation, it should be reasonable to expect at least a 75% pass rate.

 

[Anyred'ldo]

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!

10

 

[Jacket]

10/10
Seemed straight forward.
Aussie born (77 years ago) and bred .
Unfortunately commitments precluded overseas travel.

 

[Annna]

agree but that reasoning should also apply to those born "Australian"

If you want something (for example citizenship), you should do the things necessary to achieve the goal including placing yourself out of your comfort zone and studying language number 2 to learn and actively learning about your new host country.