*More migrants know more about our country than we do.
*Of 500 Australians tested, 62% failed a practice test. That is about 310 people.
*More than 98% of migrants pass the test. On the same ratio, that is 490 people.
And yet many people in the country think that the migrants should 'bugger off home.' yet couldn't tell you who the Vice Minister is, nor what section of government has the power to change our laws.
So if you think you REALLY deserve to be here, born or not, I present to you the twenty questions mini test as posted on ninemsn. I scored %80. In translation, I got 4 wrong. If you get more than 5 wrong, YOU FAIL! Let's see how you do. Write down your answers and we will check them later.
1. What do we remember on Anzac Day?
a. The landing of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps at Gallipoli, Turkey
b. The arrival of the first free settlers from Great Britain
c. The landing of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove
2. What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag?
a. Black, red and yellow
b. Green, white and black
c. Blue, white and green
3. Which official symbol of Australia identifies Commonwealth property?
a. The national anthem
b. Australia’s national flower
c. Commonwealth Coat of Arms
4. Which of these statements about Australia’s system of government is correct?
a. The Queen of Australia chooses people to form the Australian Parliament
b. The government is elected by the people
c. The Prime Minister chooses our Members of Parliament
5. Which of these is an example of freedom of speech?
a. People can peacefully protest against government decisions
b. Men and women are treated equally in a court of law
c. Australians are free to not follow a religion
6. Which of these statements about government in Australia is correct?
a. The government does not allow some religions
b. Government in Australia is secular
c. Religious laws are passed by parliament
7. Which of these is an example of equality in Australia?
a. Everyone follows the same religion
b. Men and women have the same rights
c. Everyone belongs to the same political party
8. Which of these is a responsibility of Australian citizens aged 18 years or over?
a. To attend local council meetings
b. To vote in elections
c. To have a current Australian passport
9. Which of these is a responsibility of Australian citizens aged 18 years or over?
a. To do local community service
b. To carry a passport at all times
c. To serve on a jury if called to do so
10. 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
11. 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
12. What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?
a. The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum
b. The Australian Constitution came into effect
c. The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed
13. What is the name of the legal document that sets out the rules for the government of Australia?
a. The Australian Federation
b. The Australian Commonwealth
c. The Australian Constitution
14. What is a referendum?
a. A vote to change the government
b. A vote to change the Australian Constitution
c. A vote to change the Prime Minister
15. Which arm of government has the power to interpret and apply laws?
a. Legislative
b. Executive
c. Judicial
16. Which of these is a role of the Governor-General?
a. The appointment of state premiers
b. The signing of Bills passed by the Australian Parliament
c. The appointment of the Head of State
17. Which of these statements about state governments is correct?
a. All states have the same constitution
b. Each state has its own constitution
c. The states have no constitution
18. What is the name given to the party or coalition of parties with the second largest number of members in the House of Representatives?
a. The Government
b. The Opposition
c. The Senate
19. What is the name of a proposal to make a law in parliament?
a. Royal Assent
b. Bill
c. Debate
20. Who maintains peace and order in Australia?
a. Public servants
b. Police
c. Lawyers
So what do you know? Have you considered who we are as a community and how we opperate? Do you know how we work as a democracy? And considering some of the questions that appear on the actual test, this is easy. I casn say, with a good level of certainty that I learned something and that I still know enough to be a citizen here. I do my best not to be racist, with the occasional thought slipping in, but I don't go out of my way to be malicious. So for all the people out there who consider migrants who have legally entered Australia to know nothing of who we are, then let's see you prove your point. How much do you know about your home country?
I think the problem we have is that a lot of australians view themselves by ways of living and making it as easy for ourselves as possible. Keeping with 'traditions' and 'the Australian way' is a worn out stereo-type that is less identifyable as an Australian citizen and more as a bogan stereo-type. So help me if the narrow-minded can't grip the truth about whow e are. Considering that one of the biggest failing qiestions is "Who is the Vice Minister of Australia?" amuses me. While I can't think of his first name, I know him by the title as Mr.Swan.
If you are going to be racist, I ain't gonna stop ya,l coz it isn't my place, you are entitled to your opinions. But IF you are going to be racist, at least back up your claims. See if you can get a full copy of this test, get someone to correct it, and if you score over 75%, you can keep being your narrow-minded self. If not, get a grip.
Well, here are your answers. play nicely,
Perry
Answers (don't cheat)
1)A. 2)A. 3)C. 4)B. 5)A. 6)B. 7)B. 8)B. 9)C. 10)A.
11)A. 12)B. 13)C. 14)B. 15)C. 16)B. 17)B. 18)B. 19)B. 20)B.
Ref: http://news.ninemsn.com.au/national/8233675/most-aussies-would-flunk-citizenship-test
