Oefenvragen met antwoorden

Juiste antwoord:Aboriginals en Torres Straat-eilanders

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

Juiste antwoord:Het zijn de oudste ononderbroken culturen ter wereld.

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

Juiste antwoord:Het vasteland van Australië en Tasmanië

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

Juiste antwoord:Meer dan 40.000 jaar

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

Juiste antwoord:Van de eilanden tussen de noordpunt van Queensland en Papoea-Nieuw-Guinea

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

Juiste antwoord:Via verhalen, kunst en dans

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

Juiste antwoord:Meer dan 100

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

Juiste antwoord:Minder dan 5 procent

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:26 januari 1788

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

Juiste antwoord:11

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

Juiste antwoord:Sydney Cove

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

Juiste antwoord:Omdat de Britse wetten streng waren en de gevangenissen te vol zaten

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

Juiste antwoord:Kapitein Arthur Phillip

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:1851

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

Juiste antwoord:Chinezen

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

Juiste antwoord:Ze werd meer dan twee keer zo groot

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

Juiste antwoord:1 januari 1901

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

Juiste antwoord:Het Hooggerechtshof van Australië (High Court of Australia)

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

Juiste antwoord:Ongeveer 4 miljoen

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

Juiste antwoord:Het referendum van 1967

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

Juiste antwoord:Andere landen in Europa

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Engels

What is Australia's national language? — English

Juiste antwoord:Canberra

Which city is the national capital of Australia? — Canberra

Juiste antwoord:Zes

How many states does Australia have? — Six

Juiste antwoord:New South Wales

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Victoria

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

Juiste antwoord:Victoria

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

Juiste antwoord:Brisbane

What is the capital city of Queensland? — Brisbane

Juiste antwoord:Queensland

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

Juiste antwoord:West-Australië

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

Juiste antwoord:West-Australië

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

Juiste antwoord:Adelaide

What is the capital city of South Australia? — Adelaide

Juiste antwoord:Zuid-Australië

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

Juiste antwoord:De Bass Straat

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

Juiste antwoord:Hobart

What is the capital city of Tasmania? — Hobart

Juiste antwoord:Het Australian Capital Territory

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Het outback van het Northern Territory

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Een traditionele beheerder (Traditional Custodian) van het plaatselijke land

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

Juiste antwoord:Een veilige reis door het land van de plaatselijke bevolking

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

Juiste antwoord:Een rookceremonie

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

Juiste antwoord:Helemaal aan het begin, als eerste onderdeel

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Het toont respect voor de traditionele beheerders van het land

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

Juiste antwoord:26 januari

On which date is Australia Day celebrated? — 26 January

Juiste antwoord:De aankomst van de Eerste Vloot uit Groot-Brittannië in 1788

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

Juiste antwoord:Australian and New Zealand Army Corps

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

Juiste antwoord:Turkije

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

Juiste antwoord:Blauw, wit en rood

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

Juiste antwoord:De geschiedenis van de Britse vestiging in Australië

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

Juiste antwoord:De zes staten, plus één punt voor de territoria

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

Juiste antwoord:Het Zuiderkruis

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

Juiste antwoord:De zon

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:De zee

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

Juiste antwoord:Een hoofdtooi van een danser

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

Juiste antwoord:De belangrijkste eilandengroepen van de Torres Straat

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Een kangoeroe en een emoe

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

Juiste antwoord:De zes staten die zich tot één natie hebben verenigd

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

Juiste antwoord:Golden wattle (gouden acacia)

What is Australia's national flower? — Golden wattle

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Opaal

Which gemstone is Australia's national gemstone? — Opal

Juiste antwoord:Advance Australia Fair

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

Juiste antwoord:Van het Australische volk

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

Juiste antwoord:Ze stemmen bij verkiezingen op vertegenwoordigers

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

Juiste antwoord:Door bij de volgende verkiezingen op iemand anders te stemmen

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Dezelfde wetten gelden voor iedereen, ongeacht positie of achtergrond

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

Juiste antwoord:Dezelfde rechten en hetzelfde respect als elke andere persoon

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

Juiste antwoord:Anderen op vreedzame wijze overtuigen en gebruikmaken van het democratische proces

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Iedere persoon, ongeacht achtergrond of overtuigingen

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

Juiste antwoord:Ja, zolang ze binnen de wet blijven

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

Juiste antwoord:Een groep die is opgericht om misdaden te plannen

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

Juiste antwoord:Ze mogen elke religie volgen, of helemaal geen religie

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

Juiste antwoord:De regering staat los van alle religies

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

Juiste antwoord:De joods-christelijke

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Om oneerlijke behandeling vanwege ras, geslacht, leeftijd of beperking tegen te gaan

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Tegen de wet

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

Juiste antwoord:Succes moet voortkomen uit je inspanning, niet uit je rijkdom of familie

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

Juiste antwoord:In Australië bestaan geen formele klassenverschillen

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

Juiste antwoord:De wetten van Australië naleven

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

Juiste antwoord:Australische burgers van 18 jaar of ouder

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Gemeenteraadsverkiezingen

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

Juiste antwoord:Dienst nemen bij de krijgsmacht is vrijwillig

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

Juiste antwoord:Of de verdachte schuldig of niet schuldig is

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

Juiste antwoord:Uit de namen op de electoral roll (kiezerslijst)

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

Juiste antwoord:Voor het kind Australisch staatsburgerschap door afstamming aanvragen

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

Juiste antwoord:Een baan bij de Australische overheidsdienst

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

Juiste antwoord:Het leger, de marine en de luchtmacht

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

Juiste antwoord:Ze hebben ook het staatsburgerschap van een ander land

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Bij een Australische ambassade, high commission of consulaat

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

Juiste antwoord:Een noodpaspoort regelen als het zijne verloren of gestolen is

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Vrijwilligerswerk doen bij een plaatselijk goed doel

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

Juiste antwoord:De Australian Taxation Office (Australische belastingdienst)

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

Juiste antwoord:Voor voorzieningen zoals gezondheidszorg, scholen en wegen

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

Juiste antwoord:De Australian Electoral Commission (Australische kiescommissie)

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Hoe je stemt blijft privé, tenzij je het aan anderen vertelt

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

Juiste antwoord:Hij kan een boete krijgen

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

Juiste antwoord:De lijst van mensen die zijn ingeschreven om te stemmen

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Een gebied dat één lid kiest voor het Huis van Afgevaardigden

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

Juiste antwoord:Contact opnemen met je gekozen vertegenwoordiger

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

Juiste antwoord:Zes

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

Juiste antwoord:Handel tussen de kolonies verliep traag en was duur

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Het Huis van Afgevaardigden (House of Representatives) en de Senaat (Senate)

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

Juiste antwoord:Het Hooggerechtshof van Australië (High Court of Australia)

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

Juiste antwoord:Het parlement neemt de voorgestelde wijziging aan en daarna keuren de kiezers die goed in een referendum

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

Juiste antwoord:Een meerderheid van de kiezers in het hele land en een meerderheid van de kiezers in minstens vier van de zes staten

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

Juiste antwoord:Dat de Aboriginals en de Torres Straat-eilanders werden meegeteld als deel van de bevolking van Australië

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

Juiste antwoord:Zodat geen enkele persoon of groep alle macht heeft

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

Juiste antwoord:Het gekozen parlement

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

Juiste antwoord:De macht om wetten in de praktijk te brengen

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

Juiste antwoord:De minister-president (Prime Minister) en de ministers

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

Juiste antwoord:Ministers

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

Juiste antwoord:Een rechter in een rechtbank

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:De Koning van Australië (King of Australia)

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

Juiste antwoord:Australië heeft een koning, en zijn bevoegdheden worden door de grondwet vastgelegd en beperkt

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

Juiste antwoord:De gouverneur-generaal (Governor-General)

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

Juiste antwoord:Door de koning, op advies van de minister-president

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Hij geeft het Royal Assent (koninklijke goedkeuring), waarna het wet wordt

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

Juiste antwoord:De gouverneur-generaal (Governor-General)

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:De gouverneur (Governor)

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

Juiste antwoord:De Administrator

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

Juiste antwoord:Premier

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

Juiste antwoord:Een burgemeester (Mayor) of Shire President

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

Juiste antwoord:Een parlementslid dat verantwoordelijk is voor een gebied zoals gezondheid

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

Juiste antwoord:Het Huis van Afgevaardigden (House of Representatives)

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

Juiste antwoord:Het aantal mensen dat in de staat woont

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

Juiste antwoord:12

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

Juiste antwoord:2

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

Juiste antwoord:Omdat elke staat evenveel senatoren heeft, ongeacht zijn grootte

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

Juiste antwoord:Een independent (onafhankelijk lid)

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

Juiste antwoord:Twee of meer partijen die samenwerken

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

Juiste antwoord:Liberal, Labor, de Nationals en de Greens

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:De partij of coalitie met een meerderheid in het Huis van Afgevaardigden

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

Juiste antwoord:De minister-president (Prime Minister)

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

Juiste antwoord:De grootste partij of coalitie die niet in de regering zit

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

Juiste antwoord:De gouverneur-generaal (Governor-General)

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

Juiste antwoord:De hoogste ministers, die de belangrijkste beslissingen nemen

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:In de hoofdstad van die staat

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

Juiste antwoord:De grondwet beschermt de rechten van de staten op een manier waarop hij de territoria niet beschermt.

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.

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Steden, shires, plaatsen of gemeenten

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

Juiste antwoord:Een door de plaatselijke bevolking gekozen raad

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

Juiste antwoord:De Australische (federale) regering

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

Juiste antwoord:De Australische (federale) regering

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

Juiste antwoord:De Australische (federale) regering

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

Juiste antwoord:De staatsregering

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

Juiste antwoord:Huishoudelijk afval ophalen

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

Juiste antwoord:De gemeenteraad (local council)

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

Juiste antwoord:Het bewijs dat in de rechtbank is aangevoerd

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

Juiste antwoord:Een rechter bij een lagere rechtbank

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Als onschuldig totdat een rechtbank hem schuldig bevindt

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

Juiste antwoord:Het recht om door een advocaat te worden vertegenwoordigd

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

Juiste antwoord:De vrede bewaren en leven en eigendom beschermen

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:De Australian Federal Police (Australische federale politie)

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

Juiste antwoord:Het is een ernstig misdrijf, ook als de agent weigert

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

Juiste antwoord:Het niet kennen van de wet is geen excuus om hem te overtreden

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

Juiste antwoord:Illegale drugs kopen of bezitten

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

Juiste antwoord:Zowel mannen als vrouwen

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

Juiste antwoord:Iedereen in de auto

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

Juiste antwoord:Iedereen

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

Juiste antwoord:Ja, de wet geldt ook als niemand kijkt

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

Juiste antwoord:Hij kan een straf krijgen, zoals een boete of een gevangenisstraf

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

Juiste antwoord:De Australische wet geldt voor iedereen in Australië, ongeacht achtergrond

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

Juiste antwoord:De Australische wet geldt, en geen enkele religieuze regel kan die opzijzetten

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

Juiste antwoord:Dat deelname aan verkiezingen als zeer belangrijk wordt beschouwd

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

Juiste antwoord:Doen wat je wordt gevraagd

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Mensen kunnen zeggen en schrijven wat ze denken, zolang ze binnen de wet blijven

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

Juiste antwoord:Ja, de media mogen de regering bekritiseren, binnen de wet

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

Juiste antwoord:Als een belangrijk onderdeel van de democratie

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

Juiste antwoord:Nee, dat is nooit aanvaardbaar

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

Juiste antwoord:Valse verhalen over iemand verspreiden die zijn goede naam beschadigen

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Zich bij elke legale groep aansluiten, zoals een politieke partij of een vakbond

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

Juiste antwoord:Je kunt niet worden gedwongen lid te worden van een politieke partij

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

Juiste antwoord:Eigendommen beschadigen of mensen pijn doen

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

Juiste antwoord:Nee, meer dan één echtgenoot tegelijk hebben is illegaal

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

Juiste antwoord:Het is een ernstig misdrijf en kan tot gevangenisstraf leiden

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

Juiste antwoord:Het is niet aanvaardbaar, want religieuze onverdraagzaamheid gaat in tegen de Australische waarden

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

Juiste antwoord:Ze hebben dezelfde rechten en moeten gelijk worden behandeld

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Iedereen heeft dezelfde rechten, ongeacht ras of afkomst

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

Juiste antwoord:Beiden hebben hetzelfde recht om naar school te gaan en verder te studeren

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

Juiste antwoord:Vrouwen mogen stemmen en zich verkiesbaar stellen voor het parlement

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

Juiste antwoord:Ja, vrouwen kunnen bij beide

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

Juiste antwoord:Gelijk, volgens dezelfde wet

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

Juiste antwoord:De werkgever kan Ana de baan geven omdat zij beter gekwalificeerd is

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

Juiste antwoord:Het is een misdrijf, ook al gebeurt het thuis binnen de familie

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Veel migranten zijn leiders geworden op gebieden als het bedrijfsleven, de kunst en sport

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Er rustig over praten en indien nodig bemiddeling of de rechtbank gebruiken

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

Juiste antwoord:16 of 17, afhankelijk van de staat of het territorium

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

Juiste antwoord:Nee, het is overal in Australië illegaal, ook als zij instemt

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

Juiste antwoord:De opvattingen van anderen respecteren, ook als je het er niet mee eens bent

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

Juiste antwoord:Haar keuze respecteren, ook als je het er niet mee eens bent

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

Juiste antwoord:Dit is racistische belediging en wordt in Australië niet geaccepteerd

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

Juiste antwoord:Bij de Australian Human Rights Commission (Australische mensenrechtencommissie)

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

Juiste antwoord:Zichzelf en hun gezin onderhouden waar ze dat kunnen

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

Juiste antwoord:Een maaltijd brengen aan een oudere buurman of buurvrouw die alleen woont

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

Juiste antwoord:Je tijd geven om anderen te helpen zonder betaald te worden

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

Juiste antwoord:Waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Het melden bij de autoriteiten, zoals de politie

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

Juiste antwoord:Aan de politie

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

Juiste antwoord:Niet waar

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

Juiste antwoord:Aan Australië en zijn volk

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

Juiste antwoord:Ja, als het andere land het toestaat, maar in Australië moet hij de Australische wet gehoorzamen

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

Juiste antwoord:Ja, het is tegen de Australische wet, zowel in Australië als in het buitenland

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

Juiste antwoord:Geheimen van de regering delen op sociale media

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