Privileges

PART 2 • Section 8 • 11 Questions

1 Which of these is a privilege of becoming an Australian citizen?

The right to receive a free house from the governmentThe right to avoid paying all national taxesThe right to apply for a job in the Australian Public Service

2 Which of the following is an example of work in the public service?

Services AustraliaThe United NationsThe World Bank

3 What is required to apply for a job in the Australian Defence Force?

A temporary work visaAustralian citizenshipA student visa from an Australian university

4 The Australian Defence Force (ADF) consists of which three branches?

Immigration, Border Force, and CustomsPublic Service, Taxation, and ServicesThe Army, Navy, and Air Force

5 Which of these statements is true regarding Australian citizens?

They have the right to apply for jobs in the Australian Defence ForceThey must serve in the military for two yearsThey can only work in the private sector

6 What does 'ATO' stand for?

Australian Travel OrganizationAustralian Taxation OfficeAustralian Trade Option

7 What is the minimum age for an Australian citizen to seek election to Parliament?

25 years old21 years old18 years old

8 At which levels of government can eligible Australian citizens seek election?

Federal, state or territory levelFederal level onlyLocal and state level only

9 Why might an Australian citizen aged 18 or over be disqualified from seeking election?

Because they have not served in the militaryBecause they are over the age of 70Because they are a dual citizen

10 Complete the sentence: Serving in an Australian parliament is an honour and a ________ responsibility.

MinorSeriousOptional

11 An Australian citizen who is 19 years old and not a dual citizen can:

Only vote but not seek electionSeek election only at the local levelSeek election at the federal, state, or territory level

Please answer all 11 questions.