Citizenship History and Symbols — Questions and Answers
Question 1: In what year did the Australian colonies federate to form the Commonwealth of Australia?
- 1788
- 1901 (Correct answer)
- 1945
- 2000
Correct answer: 1901
The six Australian colonies federated to form the Commonwealth of Australia on 1 January 1901.
Question 2: What are the colours of the Australian national flag?
- Red, white and blue (Correct answer)
- Green and gold
- Black, red and yellow
- Orange and purple
Correct answer: Red, white and blue
The Australian national flag is blue with the Union Jack, the white Commonwealth Star and the white stars of the Southern Cross — red, white and blue.
Question 3: Which constellation appears on the Australian national flag?
- The Big Dipper
- Orion
- The Southern Cross (Correct answer)
- The Northern Star
Correct answer: The Southern Cross
The Southern Cross appears on the Australian national flag. It is a constellation that can be seen in the southern night sky.
Question 4: What are Australia's national colours?
- Red and white
- Blue and silver
- Black and gold
- Green and gold (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Green and gold
Green and gold are Australia's national colours. They are inspired by the golden wattle, Australia's national flower.
Question 5: Which two animals appear on the Australian Coat of Arms?
- The kangaroo and the emu (Correct answer)
- The lion and the unicorn
- The koala and the wombat
- The eagle and the bear
Correct answer: The kangaroo and the emu
The kangaroo and the emu appear on the Australian Coat of Arms. They are often said to symbolise a nation moving forward, as neither easily moves backward.
Question 6: What is the name of Australia's national flower?
- The rose
- The golden wattle (Correct answer)
- The tulip
- The lotus
Correct answer: The golden wattle
The golden wattle is Australia's national floral emblem, and its colours inspired Australia's national green and gold.
Question 7: What is the title of Australia's national anthem?
- God Save the King
- Waltzing Matilda
- Advance Australia Fair (Correct answer)
- Land of Hope and Glory
Correct answer: Advance Australia Fair
'Advance Australia Fair' is Australia's national anthem. It is sung at official events and ceremonies, including citizenship ceremonies.
Question 8: The First Fleet arrived in Australia in 1788. Where did it land?
- Perth
- Darwin
- Adelaide
- Sydney Cove (Botany Bay area) (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Sydney Cove (Botany Bay area)
The First Fleet of British ships arrived in 1788 and established a settlement at Sydney Cove, near Botany Bay, marking the start of British settlement.
Citizenship History and Symbols
In what year did the Australian colonies federate to form the Commonwealth of Australia?