Citizenship National Symbols and Days 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How many stars make up the Southern Cross on the Australian flag?
- 5 (Correct answer)
- 4
- 6
- 7
Correct answer: 5
The Southern Cross on the Australian flag consists of five white stars — four seven-pointed and one smaller five-pointed star.
Question 2: What event does Australia Day on 26 January commemorate?
- The arrival of the First Fleet at Port Jackson in 1788 (Correct answer)
- Federation of the Australian colonies in 1901
- The end of World War II in 1945
- The signing of the Australian Constitution
Correct answer: The arrival of the First Fleet at Port Jackson in 1788
Australia Day marks the arrival of the First Fleet of British ships at Port Jackson (Sydney) on 26 January 1788.
Question 3: Which animal appears on the right side of the Australian coat of arms?
- Emu (Correct answer)
- Kangaroo
- Koala
- Kookaburra
Correct answer: Emu
The emu stands on the right side of the coat of arms; like the kangaroo, it cannot easily walk backwards, symbolising progress.
Question 4: The Union Jack in the upper left corner of the Australian flag represents what?
- Australia's historical links with Britain (Correct answer)
- The founding of the Commonwealth of Australia
- The six states of Australia
- Alliance with New Zealand
Correct answer: Australia's historical links with Britain
The Union Jack acknowledges Australia's British heritage and its historical ties to the United Kingdom.
Question 5: On ANZAC Day, at what time is the Dawn Service traditionally held?
- At dawn (approximately 5–6 am) (Correct answer)
- At 11 am
- At noon
- At dusk
Correct answer: At dawn (approximately 5–6 am)
The Dawn Service is held at dawn to reflect the time of day when many ANZAC landings took place.
Question 6: What are Australia's official national colours?
- Green and gold (Correct answer)
- Blue and gold
- Red and gold
- Blue and green
Correct answer: Green and gold
Green and gold were proclaimed Australia's national colours in 1984, reflected in the Golden Wattle.
Question 7: Which of the following is the national gemstone of Australia?
- Opal (Correct answer)
- Diamond
- Sapphire
- Emerald
Correct answer: Opal
The opal was designated Australia's national gemstone in 1993; Australia produces around 95% of the world's opals.
Citizenship National Symbols and Days 3
How many stars make up the Southern Cross on the Australian flag?