Questions d’entraînement et réponses

Bonne réponse:Les peuples aborigènes et insulaires du détroit de Torres

Who were the first people to live in Australia? — Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Bonne réponse:Ce sont les plus anciennes cultures continues du monde.

What is special about the cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples? — They are the oldest continuous cultures in the world.

Bonne réponse:Du continent australien et de la Tasmanie

Where do Aboriginal people come from? — Mainland Australia and Tasmania

Bonne réponse:Plus de 40 000 ans

According to archaeology, how long have Aboriginal people lived in Australia? — More than 40,000 years

Bonne réponse:Des îles situées entre la pointe nord du Queensland et la Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée

Where do Torres Strait Islander peoples come from? — The islands between the northern tip of Queensland and Papua New Guinea

Bonne réponse:Par les récits, l'art et la danse

How do Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples express their deep connection to the land? — Through stories, art and dance

Bonne réponse:Plus de 100

How many distinct Indigenous languages are spoken in Australia today? — More than 100

Bonne réponse:Moins de 5 pour cent

What share of Australia's population are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples? — Less than 5 per cent

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false? Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples all share one single, identical culture. — False

Bonne réponse:Le 26 janvier 1788

On what date did the First Fleet land and start the first British settlement in Australia? — 26 January 1788

Bonne réponse:11

How many ships sailed to Australia in the First Fleet? — 11

Bonne réponse:À Sydney Cove

Where did the First Fleet land to set up the first British settlement? — Sydney Cove

Bonne réponse:Parce que les lois britanniques étaient sévères et que les prisons étaient pleines

Why did Great Britain send convicts to Australia? — Because British laws were harsh and the prisons were too full

Bonne réponse:Le capitaine Arthur Phillip

Who was the first Governor of the colony of New South Wales? — Captain Arthur Phillip

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false? Most of the free settlers who came to the early colonies were from Britain and Ireland. — True

Bonne réponse:1851

In which year did the Australian gold rush begin? — 1851

Bonne réponse:Les Chinois

During the gold rush, which group became the first large group of migrants from outside Europe? — Chinese

Bonne réponse:Elle a plus que doublé

What happened to Australia's population in the ten years after gold was found? — It more than doubled

Bonne réponse:Le 1er janvier 1901

On what date did the colonies unite to form one nation? — 1 January 1901

Bonne réponse:La Haute Cour d'Australie

At Federation, the Constitution set up a national parliament, a national government and which court? — The High Court of Australia

Bonne réponse:Environ 4 millions

About how many people lived in Australia at Federation in 1901, not counting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples? — About 4 million

Bonne réponse:Le référendum de 1967

After which event were Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples included when counting Australia's population? — The 1967 referendum

Bonne réponse:D'autres pays d'Europe

After World War II, a large wave of migrants who were not British came to Australia. Where did most of them come from? — Other countries in Europe

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false? Migrants to Australia have come from fewer than 50 countries. — False

Bonne réponse:L'anglais

What is Australia's national language? — English

Bonne réponse:Canberra

Which city is the national capital of Australia? — Canberra

Bonne réponse:Six

How many states does Australia have? — Six

Bonne réponse:La Nouvelle-Galles du Sud (New South Wales)

Which present-day state began as the first British colony in Australia? — New South Wales

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false: Sydney is the capital city of New South Wales. — True

Bonne réponse:Le Victoria

Which is the smallest state on the Australian mainland? — Victoria

Bonne réponse:Le Victoria

A gold rush in the 1850s made which colony, now a state, very rich? — Victoria

Bonne réponse:Brisbane

What is the capital city of Queensland? — Brisbane

Bonne réponse:Le Queensland

The Great Barrier Reef lies off the coast of which state? — Queensland

Bonne réponse:L'Australie-Occidentale (Western Australia)

Which is the largest state in Australia by area? — Western Australia

Bonne réponse:L'Australie-Occidentale (Western Australia)

The Ningaloo Coast, Margaret River and the Kimberley are all in which state? — Western Australia

Bonne réponse:Adélaïde

What is the capital city of South Australia? — Adelaide

Bonne réponse:L'Australie-Méridionale

In which state can you visit the Barossa Valley and the Flinders Ranges? — South Australia

Bonne réponse:Le détroit de Bass

Which stretch of water separates Tasmania from the mainland? — Bass Strait

Bonne réponse:Hobart

What is the capital city of Tasmania? — Hobart

Bonne réponse:Dans le Territoire de la capitale australienne (Australian Capital Territory)

Parliament House and the High Court of Australia are in which part of the country? — The Australian Capital Territory

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false: Canberra is a city on the coast. — False

Bonne réponse:Dans l'outback du Territoire du Nord (Northern Territory)

Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon are in which part of Australia? — Outback Northern Territory

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false: Queensland is the smallest state in Australia. — False

Bonne réponse:Un gardien traditionnel (Traditional Custodian) de la terre locale

Who gives a Welcome to Country? — A Traditional Custodian of the local land

Bonne réponse:Un voyage sûr à travers la terre du peuple local

Traditionally, what was a Welcome to Country meant to give visitors? — A safe journey through the land of the local people

Bonne réponse:Une cérémonie de fumigation

Which of these can be part of a Welcome to Country? — A smoking ceremony

Bonne réponse:Tout au début, en premier point du programme

When during an event is a Welcome to Country usually held? — At the very beginning, as the first item

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false: only an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Elder may give an Acknowledgement of Country. — False

Bonne réponse:Il témoigne du respect envers les gardiens traditionnels de la terre

What does an Acknowledgement of Country do? — It shows respect for the Traditional Custodians of the land

Bonne réponse:Le 26 janvier

On which date is Australia Day celebrated? — 26 January

Bonne réponse:L'arrivée de la Première Flotte venue de Grande-Bretagne en 1788

What event in Australia's history does Australia Day mark? — The arrival of the First Fleet from Britain in 1788

Bonne réponse:Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (corps d'armée australien et néo-zélandais)

Anzac Day is held on 25 April. What does the word ANZAC stand for? — Australian and New Zealand Army Corps

Bonne réponse:En Turquie

On 25 April 1915, during World War I, Australian and New Zealand soldiers landed at Gallipoli. In which country is Gallipoli? — Türkiye (Turkey)

Bonne réponse:Bleu, blanc et rouge

Which colours are used on the Australian National Flag? — Blue, white and red

Bonne réponse:L'histoire de la colonisation britannique de l'Australie

What does the Union Jack in the top left corner of the Australian National Flag stand for? — Australia's history of British settlement

Bonne réponse:Les six États, plus une branche pour les territoires

The Commonwealth Star on the Australian National Flag has seven points. What do these points stand for? — The six states, plus one point for the territories

Bonne réponse:La Croix du Sud

Which group of stars is shown on the right-hand side of the Australian National Flag? — The Southern Cross

Bonne réponse:Le soleil

What does the yellow circle in the middle of the Aboriginal Flag stand for? — The sun

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false: on the Aboriginal Flag, the red part stands for the sea. — False

Bonne réponse:La mer

What does the blue part of the Torres Strait Islander Flag stand for? — The sea

Bonne réponse:Une coiffe de danseur

Which white shape is in the centre of the Torres Strait Islander Flag, standing for all Torres Strait Islanders? — A dancer's headdress

Bonne réponse:Les principaux groupes d'îles du détroit de Torres

On the Torres Strait Islander Flag, what do the points of the white star stand for? — The main island groups of the Torres Strait

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false: the Aboriginal Flag and the Torres Strait Islander Flag are both officially recognised flags of Australia. — True

Bonne réponse:Un kangourou et un émeu

Which two animals hold up the shield on the Commonwealth Coat of Arms? — A kangaroo and an emu

Bonne réponse:Les six États unis en une seule nation

What does the shield on the Commonwealth Coat of Arms represent? — The six states united as one nation

Bonne réponse:L'acacia doré (golden wattle)

What is Australia's national flower? — Golden wattle

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false: Australia's national colours are green and gold. — True

Bonne réponse:L'opale

Which gemstone is Australia's national gemstone? — Opal

Bonne réponse:Advance Australia Fair

What is the name of Australia's national anthem? — Advance Australia Fair

Bonne réponse:Du peuple australien

In Australia's parliamentary democracy, where does the government's power come from? — The Australian people

Bonne réponse:Ils votent pour des représentants lors d'élections

How do Australians decide who makes laws on their behalf? — They vote for representatives in elections

Bonne réponse:En votant pour quelqu'un d'autre à l'élection suivante

How can the people hold their elected representatives responsible for what they do? — By voting for someone else at the next election

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false: In Australia, a police officer must obey the law just like everyone else. — True

Bonne réponse:Les mêmes lois s'appliquent à tous, quelles que soient leur position ou leur origine

What does it mean that all Australians are equal under the law? — The same laws apply to everyone, whatever their position or background

Bonne réponse:Les mêmes droits et le même respect que toute autre personne

Sam uses a wheelchair. What rights does Sam have in Australia? — The same rights and respect as every other person

Bonne réponse:Convaincre les autres pacifiquement et utiliser le processus démocratique

A group of Australians wants a law to be changed. What is the accepted way to do this? — Persuade others peacefully and use the democratic process

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false: In Australia, using violence to make others change their opinions is acceptable if the cause is important enough. — False

Bonne réponse:Chaque personne, quelles que soient son origine ou ses convictions

Who should be treated with respect in Australia? — Every person, whatever their background or beliefs

Bonne réponse:Oui, tant qu'elles respectent la loi

Can people in Australia say in public that they think the government is doing a bad job? — Yes, as long as they stay within the law

Bonne réponse:Un groupe créé pour planifier des crimes

Freedom of association lets people join many kinds of groups. Which group does it NOT protect? — A group set up to plan crimes

Bonne réponse:Elle peut suivre n'importe quelle religion, ou aucune

Which statement about a person's religion in Australia is correct? — They may follow any religion, or no religion at all

Bonne réponse:Le gouvernement est séparé de toutes les religions

Australia's government is described as secular. What does this mean? — The government is separate from all religions

Bonne réponse:La tradition judéo-chrétienne

Which religious tradition has had the biggest influence on Australia's heritage? — Judaeo-Christian

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false: Good Friday is a public holiday in Australia. — True

Bonne réponse:Pour empêcher les traitements injustes fondés sur la race, le sexe, l'âge ou le handicap

Why does Australia have laws against discrimination? — To stop unfair treatment because of race, sex, age or disability

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false: In Australia, women and men have the same rights. — True

Bonne réponse:Contraire à la loi

A manager refuses to promote a worker only because she is a woman. Under Australian law, this is: — Against the law

Bonne réponse:La réussite doit venir de vos efforts, non de votre richesse ou de votre famille

What does the Australian idea of a 'fair go' mean? — Success should come from your effort, not your wealth or family

Bonne réponse:Il n'existe pas de distinctions de classe formelles en Australie

Which statement about social class in Australia is correct? — There are no formal class distinctions in Australia

Bonne réponse:Respecter les lois de l'Australie

Which of these is a responsibility of every Australian citizen? — Obeying the laws of Australia

Bonne réponse:Les citoyens australiens âgés de 18 ans ou plus

Who must vote in federal elections in Australia? — Australian citizens aged 18 or over

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false: voting in a referendum is optional for Australian citizens aged 18 or over. — False

Bonne réponse:Les élections des conseils municipaux

In some states, voting may not be compulsory in which kind of election? — Local council elections

Bonne réponse:S'engager dans les forces de défense est volontaire

Citizens have a responsibility to help defend Australia if the need arises. Which statement about the Australian Defence Force is correct? — Joining the defence force is voluntary

Bonne réponse:Si l'accusé est coupable ou non coupable

What does a jury decide in a court case? — Whether the accused person is guilty or not guilty

Bonne réponse:Parmi les noms inscrits sur les listes électorales (electoral roll)

How are people chosen to be called for jury service? — From the names on the electoral roll

Bonne réponse:Demander la citoyenneté australienne par filiation pour l'enfant

An Australian citizen has a baby while living overseas. What can the parent do? — Apply for Australian citizenship by descent for the child

Bonne réponse:Un emploi dans la fonction publique australienne

Applying for which kind of job is a privilege of Australian citizenship? — A job in the Australian Public Service

Bonne réponse:L'armée de terre, la marine et l'armée de l'air

Australian citizens can apply to join the Australian Defence Force. Which three services make up the defence force? — The Army, the Navy and the Air Force

Bonne réponse:Il possède aussi la nationalité d'un autre pays

An Australian citizen wants to stand for election to the federal parliament. Which of these would stop them? — They also hold citizenship of another country

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false: Australian citizens need a visa to come back into Australia after a trip overseas. — False

Bonne réponse:Dans une ambassade, un haut-commissariat ou un consulat d'Australie

An Australian citizen is caught up in a natural disaster while travelling overseas. Where can they ask for help? — At an Australian embassy, high commission or consulate

Bonne réponse:Obtenir un passeport d'urgence si le sien est perdu ou volé

Which of these can Australian consular officials help a citizen with while they are overseas? — Getting an emergency passport if theirs is lost or stolen

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false: Australian citizens travelling overseas must obey the laws of the country they are visiting. — True

Bonne réponse:Faire du bénévolat dans une association caritative locale

Which of these is a voluntary way to take part in the community, not a duty of citizens? — Volunteering at a local charity

Bonne réponse:L'administration fiscale australienne (Australian Taxation Office)

Which organisation collects taxes for the Australian Government? — The Australian Taxation Office

Bonne réponse:À des services comme la santé, les écoles et les routes

What are taxes in Australia used for? — Services such as healthcare, schools and roads

Bonne réponse:La Commission électorale australienne (Australian Electoral Commission)

Which organisation runs federal elections and referendums in Australia? — The Australian Electoral Commission

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false? The Australian Electoral Commission must follow the government's instructions when it runs an election. — False

Bonne réponse:Votre vote reste privé, sauf si vous le dites vous-même

Australians vote by secret ballot. What does this mean? — How you vote stays private unless you tell others

Bonne réponse:Il peut recevoir une amende

What can happen to an enrolled citizen who does not vote and has no good reason? — They can be fined

Bonne réponse:La liste des personnes inscrites pour voter

What is the electoral roll? — The list of people who are enrolled to vote

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false? To vote in a federal election, you must be enrolled. — True

Bonne réponse:Une zone qui élit un député à la Chambre des représentants

What is an electorate (also called a division or seat)? — An area that elects one member to the House of Representatives

Bonne réponse:Contacter votre représentant élu

You are worried about a problem in your community. What can you do? — Contact your elected representative

Bonne réponse:Six

Before 1901, how many self-governing British colonies were there in Australia? — Six

Bonne réponse:Le commerce entre les colonies était lent et coûteux

Each colony had its own rules on things like trade, transport and the post. What problem did this cause before Federation? — Trade between the colonies was slow and expensive

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false: in the years before Federation, a sense of Australian national identity was already growing through sport, songs, poems and art. — True

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false: the Australian Constitution was written and passed by the first Australian Parliament after Federation. — False

Bonne réponse:La Chambre des représentants et le Sénat

The Constitution set up a national Parliament with two houses. What are they called? — The House of Representatives and the Senate

Bonne réponse:La Haute Cour d'Australie (High Court of Australia)

Which body has the final power to apply and interpret the law, including the Constitution? — The High Court of Australia

Bonne réponse:Le Parlement adopte la modification proposée, puis les électeurs l'approuvent par référendum

The Constitution is Australia's highest law. How can it be changed? — Parliament passes the proposed change, then the voters approve it at a referendum

Bonne réponse:Une majorité d'électeurs dans l'ensemble du pays et une majorité d'électeurs dans au moins quatre des six États

What does a proposed change to the Constitution need in order to pass at a referendum? — A majority of voters across the nation and a majority of voters in at least four of the six states

Bonne réponse:Que les peuples aborigènes et insulaires du détroit de Torres soient comptés dans la population de l'Australie

In 1967 more than 90% of voters said Yes at a referendum. What did this vote allow? — Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to be counted as part of Australia's population

Bonne réponse:Pour qu'aucune personne ni aucun groupe n'ait tout le pouvoir

Why does Australia's Constitution split the power of government into three separate parts? — So that no one person or group has all the power

Bonne réponse:Le Parlement élu

Who holds legislative power, the power to make and change laws? — The elected Parliament

Bonne réponse:Le pouvoir de mettre les lois en pratique

What does executive power mean? — The power to put laws into practice

Bonne réponse:Le Premier ministre et les ministres

Which of these is part of the executive arm of government? — The Prime Minister and ministers

Bonne réponse:Les ministres

Who is responsible for the work of government departments? — Ministers

Bonne réponse:Un juge dans un tribunal

Which of these people uses judicial power, the power to interpret and apply the law? — A judge in a court

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false? When deciding a case, Australian courts must follow the instructions of the government. — False

Bonne réponse:Le roi d'Australie

Who is Australia's Head of State? — The King of Australia

Bonne réponse:L'Australie a un roi, et ses pouvoirs sont définis et limités par la Constitution

Australia is a constitutional monarchy. What does this mean? — Australia has a King, and his powers are set out and limited by the Constitution

Bonne réponse:Le gouverneur général (Governor-General)

The King does not live in Australia. Who carries out his powers and duties at the national level? — The Governor-General

Bonne réponse:Par le roi, sur avis du Premier ministre

How is the Governor-General chosen? — By the King, on the advice of the Prime Minister

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false? The Governor-General belongs to the party in government and helps it make political decisions. — False

Bonne réponse:Lui donne la sanction royale, de sorte qu'il devient loi

A bill has been passed by both Houses of the federal Parliament. What does the Governor-General do next? — Gives it Royal Assent, so it becomes law

Bonne réponse:Le gouverneur général (Governor-General)

Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the Australian Defence Force? — The Governor-General

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false? The Governor-General formally starts the process for holding a federal election. — True

Bonne réponse:Le gouverneur (Governor)

Who represents the King in each Australian state? — The Governor

Bonne réponse:L'administrateur (Administrator)

In the Northern Territory, who is appointed by the Governor-General to carry out duties like those of a state Governor? — The Administrator

Bonne réponse:Premier d'État (Premier)

What is the title of the leader of a state government, such as the government of Victoria? — Premier

Bonne réponse:Un maire (Mayor) ou un président de comté (Shire President)

Who leads a local council? — A Mayor or Shire President

Bonne réponse:Un parlementaire chargé d'un domaine comme la santé

In Australian government, what is a minister? — A member of parliament in charge of an area such as health

Bonne réponse:La Chambre des représentants

Which part of the federal Parliament is also called the Lower House or the People's House? — The House of Representatives

Bonne réponse:Le nombre de personnes qui vivent dans l'État

What decides how many members each state has in the House of Representatives? — The number of people who live in the state

Bonne réponse:12

How many senators does each state elect to the Senate? — 12

Bonne réponse:2

How many senators do the Australian Capital Territory and the Northern Territory each have? — 2

Bonne réponse:Parce que chaque État a le même nombre de sénateurs, quelle que soit sa taille

The Senate is sometimes called the States' House. Why? — Because each state has the same number of senators, whatever its size

Bonne réponse:Un indépendant

What do we call a member of Parliament who does not belong to any political party? — An independent

Bonne réponse:Deux partis ou plus qui travaillent ensemble

In Australian politics, what is a coalition? — Two or more parties that work together

Bonne réponse:Libéral, Travailliste, les Nationaux et les Verts

Which list names four of the main political parties in Australia? — Liberal, Labor, the Nationals and the Greens

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false? Australians must join a political party before they can vote in an election. — False

Bonne réponse:Le parti ou la coalition disposant de la majorité à la Chambre des représentants

After a federal election, which group forms the government? — The party or coalition with a majority in the House of Representatives

Bonne réponse:Le Premier ministre (Prime Minister)

What is the title of the leader of the federal government? — The Prime Minister

Bonne réponse:Le plus grand parti ou la plus grande coalition qui n'est pas au gouvernement

Which group usually forms the Opposition in the federal Parliament? — The largest party or coalition that is not in government

Bonne réponse:Le gouverneur général (Governor-General)

The Prime Minister chooses people to be ministers. Who then formally appoints them? — The Governor-General

Bonne réponse:Les ministres les plus importants, qui prennent les décisions clés

What is the Cabinet in the Australian Government? — The most senior ministers, who make the key decisions

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false? A Bill (a proposed law) becomes law as soon as the House of Representatives passes it, even if the Senate votes against it. — False

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false? Each Australian state has its own parliament and its own constitution. — True

Bonne réponse:Dans la capitale de cet État

Where is the government of each Australian state based? — In the capital city of that state

Bonne réponse:La Constitution protège les droits des États, ce qu'elle ne fait pas pour les territoires.

Which statement about Australia's states and territories is correct? — The Constitution protects the rights of the states in a way that it does not protect the territories.

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false? The Australian Parliament can change or cancel a law made by a self-governing territory. — True

Bonne réponse:Villes, comtés ruraux, bourgs ou municipalités

What are local government areas in Australia usually called? — Cities, shires, towns or municipalities

Bonne réponse:Un conseil élu par les habitants

Who usually makes decisions for a local government area? — A council elected by local people

Bonne réponse:Le gouvernement australien (fédéral)

Which level of government is responsible for immigration and citizenship? — The Australian (federal) Government

Bonne réponse:Le gouvernement australien (fédéral)

Which level of government looks after Australia's defence forces? — The Australian (federal) Government

Bonne réponse:Le gouvernement australien (fédéral)

Which level of government pays social security, such as the age pension and family support payments? — The Australian (federal) Government

Bonne réponse:Le gouvernement de l'État

In an Australian state, which level of government is responsible for the police and ambulance services? — The state government

Bonne réponse:Collecter les ordures ménagères

Which of these is usually done by the local council? — Collecting household rubbish

Bonne réponse:Le conseil local

A neighbour's dog keeps barking all night. Which level of government usually deals with noise and animal control? — The local council

Bonne réponse:Les preuves présentées au tribunal

What must an Australian court base its decision on when it decides whether someone is guilty? — The evidence presented in court

Bonne réponse:Un juge d'une juridiction inférieure

What is a magistrate? — A judge in a lower court

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false? In Australia, a judge can be removed from the job for making a decision the government does not like. — False

Bonne réponse:Comme innocente jusqu'à ce qu'un tribunal la déclare coupable

How is a person who has been charged with a crime treated in Australia? — As innocent until a court finds them guilty

Bonne réponse:Le droit d'être représentée par un avocat

Which right does a person accused of a crime have in Australia? — The right to be represented by a lawyer

Bonne réponse:Maintenir la paix et protéger la vie et les biens

What is one of the main jobs of the police in Australia? — To keep peace and protect life and property

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false? In Australia, the government can tell the police which person to arrest or charge. — False

Bonne réponse:La police fédérale australienne

Which police force investigates crimes against national laws, such as drug trafficking and threats to national security? — The Australian Federal Police

Bonne réponse:C'est un crime grave, même si le policier refuse

What does Australian law say about offering money or a gift to a police officer so they will let you off? — It is a serious crime, even if the officer says no

Bonne réponse:Ignorer la loi n'est pas une excuse pour l'enfreindre

A person breaks a law and says they did not know that the law existed. What is true? — Not knowing the law is not an excuse for breaking it

Bonne réponse:Acheter ou posséder des drogues illégales

Which of these is against the law in Australia? — Buying or having illegal drugs

Bonne réponse:Les hommes comme les femmes

Who can be sent to prison for domestic and family violence in Australia? — Both men and women

Bonne réponse:Toutes les personnes dans la voiture

Who must wear a seatbelt in a car in Australia? — Everyone in the car

Bonne réponse:Tout le monde

Under the rule of law in Australia, who does the law protect? — Everyone

Bonne réponse:Oui, la loi s'applique même quand personne ne regarde

Late at night, a driver is on an empty road with no police or cameras nearby. Does the driver still have to keep to the speed limit? — Yes, the law applies even when nobody is watching

Bonne réponse:Elle peut s'exposer à une sanction, comme une amende ou une peine de prison

What may happen to a person who breaks the law in Australia? — They may face a penalty, such as a fine or a prison sentence

Bonne réponse:La loi australienne s'applique à toute personne en Australie, quelle que soit son origine

A new arrival says the laws of their home country should apply to them while they live in Australia. Which statement is correct? — Australian law applies to everyone in Australia, whatever their background

Bonne réponse:La loi australienne s'applique, et aucune règle religieuse ne peut la remplacer

Your neighbour says that the rules of their religion come before Australian law. Which statement is correct? — Australian law applies, and no religious rule can override it

Bonne réponse:Que la participation aux élections est considérée comme très importante

Voting in federal, state and territory elections is compulsory for adult Australian citizens. What does this show? — That taking part in elections is considered very important

Bonne réponse:Faire ce qu'on vous demande

A police officer makes a lawful request, such as asking you to pull your car over. What should you do? — Do what you are asked

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false: Australians are expected to support the police when they carry out their lawful duties. — True

Bonne réponse:Les gens peuvent dire et écrire ce qu'ils pensent, tant qu'ils respectent la loi

What does freedom of speech mean in Australia? — People can say and write what they think, as long as they stay within the law

Bonne réponse:Oui, les médias sont libres de critiquer le gouvernement, dans le cadre de la loi

Can newspapers, radio and TV in Australia criticise the government? — Yes, the media are free to criticise the government, within the law

Bonne réponse:Comme une partie importante de la démocratie

How is peaceful protest against the government seen in Australia? — As an important part of democracy

Bonne réponse:Non, ce n'est jamais acceptable

Is it acceptable in Australia to encourage violence against people because of their religion or ethnic background? — No, it is never acceptable

Bonne réponse:Répandre de fausses histoires sur une personne qui nuisent à sa bonne réputation

Which of these is NOT protected by freedom of speech in Australia? — Spreading false stories about a person that damage their good name

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false: freedom of speech allows you to urge other people to break the law. — False

Bonne réponse:Rejoindre n'importe quel groupe légal, comme un parti politique ou un syndicat

What does freedom of association allow people in Australia to do? — Join any legal group, such as a political party or a trade union

Bonne réponse:On ne peut pas vous obliger à adhérer à un parti politique

Your manager says you must join a certain political party to keep your job. What does freedom of association say about this? — You cannot be forced to join a political party

Bonne réponse:Abîmer des biens ou blesser des gens

Which of these is NOT allowed at a protest in Australia? — Damaging property or hurting people

Bonne réponse:Non, avoir plus d'un conjoint à la fois est illégal

A man in Australia is already married. Can he legally marry a second wife while his first marriage continues? — No, having more than one spouse at a time is illegal

Bonne réponse:C'est un crime grave qui peut mener à la prison

What is the legal position on forcing someone to marry in Australia? — It is a serious crime and can lead to prison

Bonne réponse:Ce n'est pas acceptable, car l'intolérance religieuse va à l'encontre des valeurs australiennes

A person regularly insults and excludes neighbours because of their faith. How do Australian values view this behaviour? — It is not acceptable, because religious intolerance goes against Australian values

Bonne réponse:Ils ont les mêmes droits et doivent être traités de façon égale

A Buddhist and a Christian live in the same town in Australia. How does the law treat them? — They have the same rights and must be treated equally

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false: in Australia, two men or two women can legally marry each other. — True

Bonne réponse:Tout le monde a les mêmes droits, quelles que soient sa race ou son origine

How does Australian law treat people of different races and national or ethnic backgrounds? — Everyone has the same rights, whatever their race or origin

Bonne réponse:Les deux ont le même droit d'aller à l'école et de poursuivre des études

A family in Australia has a son and a daughter. What chances do they have to get an education? — Both have the same right to go to school and to study further

Bonne réponse:Les femmes peuvent voter et se présenter au parlement

Which statement about women and politics in Australia is correct? — Women can vote and can stand for parliament

Bonne réponse:Oui, les femmes peuvent rejoindre les deux

Can women serve in the Australian Defence Force and in the police? — Yes, women can join both

Bonne réponse:De façon égale, selon la même loi

A man and a woman each go to an Australian court in the same kind of case. How should the court treat them? — Equally, under the same law

Bonne réponse:L'employeur peut donner le poste à Ana parce qu'elle est mieux qualifiée

Ana and Tom apply for the same job. Ana has better qualifications for it. What is right in Australia? — The employer can give Ana the job because she is better qualified

Bonne réponse:C'est un crime, même si cela s'est passé à la maison, au sein de la famille

A man hits his wife during an argument at home. What is true under Australian law? — It is a crime, even though it happened at home within the family

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false: in Australia, a husband or wife cannot get a divorce if the other spouse objects. — False

Bonne réponse:Beaucoup de migrants sont devenus des dirigeants dans des domaines comme les affaires, les arts et le sport

Which statement about migrants in Australia is correct? — Many migrants have become leaders in fields such as business, the arts and sport

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false: shouting insults and threats at someone in the street can be against the law in Australia. — True

Bonne réponse:En parler calmement et, si besoin, recourir à la médiation ou aux tribunaux

Two neighbours strongly disagree about where their shared fence should be. What is the right way to deal with this in Australia? — Talk about it calmly and, if needed, use mediation or the courts

Bonne réponse:16 ou 17 ans, selon l'État ou le territoire

What is the age of consent for sexual activity in Australia? — 16 or 17, depending on the state or territory

Bonne réponse:Non, c'est illégal partout en Australie, même si elle est d'accord

A 25-year-old man wants a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old girl. Is this legal anywhere in Australia? — No, it is illegal everywhere in Australia, even if she agrees

Bonne réponse:Respecter les opinions des autres, même quand on n'est pas d'accord

What does tolerance mean in everyday life in Australia? — Respecting other people's views, even when you disagree

Bonne réponse:Respecter son choix, même si vous n'êtes pas d'accord

Your adult daughter decides to marry someone you do not like. Which response fits Australian values? — Respect her choice, even if you disagree with it

Bonne réponse:C'est de l'injure raciale, et ce n'est pas accepté en Australie

At a football match, a spectator shouts racist insults at a player. Which statement is correct? — This is racial abuse, and it is not accepted in Australia

Bonne réponse:À la Commission australienne des droits de l'homme (Australian Human Rights Commission)

Where can a person report racism in Australia? — To the Australian Human Rights Commission

Bonne réponse:De subvenir à leurs besoins et à ceux de leur famille dans la mesure du possible

What is expected of people in Australia who are able to work? — To support themselves and their family where they can

Bonne réponse:Apporter un repas à une voisine âgée qui vit seule

Which of these is a good example of mateship? — Bringing a meal to an elderly neighbour who lives alone

Bonne réponse:Donner de son temps pour aider les autres sans être payé

What does it mean to volunteer in your community? — To give your time to help others without being paid

Bonne réponse:Vrai

True or false? During the 2019–20 bushfires, many multicultural communities in Australia collected donations to help people affected by the fires. — True

Bonne réponse:Le signaler aux autorités, comme la police

You find out that someone is planning a serious crime. What should you do? — Report it to the authorities, such as the police

Bonne réponse:À la police

If you suspect that a child is being abused, who should you report it to? — The police

Bonne réponse:Faux

True or false? In Australia, sharing sexual images of a person online without their consent is allowed. — False

Bonne réponse:À l'Australie et à son peuple

When people become Australian citizens, to whom do they pledge their loyalty? — To Australia and its people

Bonne réponse:Oui, si l'autre pays le permet, mais en Australie il doit respecter la loi australienne

Can an Australian citizen also be a citizen of another country? — Yes, if the other country allows it, but in Australia they must obey Australian law

Bonne réponse:Oui, c'est contraire à la loi australienne, en Australie comme à l'étranger

Is sexual activity with a child under 16 a crime for Australians when they are overseas? — Yes, it is against Australian law both in Australia and overseas

Bonne réponse:Partager des secrets du gouvernement sur les réseaux sociaux

Which of these actions would go against Australia's interests or security? — Sharing government secrets on social media