The new Australian citizenship test comes into force today amid criticism from some that it discriminates against those who do not have a grasp of the English language.
All immigrants who want to become Australian citizens will now have to take the brand new test to see if they qualify.
据2009年10月19日《The Age》报道，从今天起，简易版澳洲公民入籍考试将代替旧版试题开始进行，全澳各地有超过400人参加这项新考试。
新的考试试题用简易显浅的英文，并且不设必须答中题。不过，合格分数则由60分提高至75分。
新版入籍考试“样本”试题：
1. What do we remember on Anzac Day?
a. The landing of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps at Gallipoli
b. The arrival of the first free settlers from 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 is an example of freedom of speech?
a. Newspapers can write about any topic
b. Men and women are treated equally in a court of law
c. Australians are free to not follow a religion
5. 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
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
So how did you do? Well, to put you out of your agony, the answers are listed below. We’d also like to hear your comments on the new Australian Citizenship Test, do you think it is fair? Too easy/hard? Is it relevant to life as an Australian today? Let us know your opinions by filling in the comments box below.
Answers: 1a, 2a, 3c, 4a, 5b, 6a, 7b, 8c, 9b, 10b
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