Australians were given the chance to sit our own citizenship exam. Source: Supplied
AUSTRALIANS know their history and culture, but when it comes to our legal system, we struggle to reach the bar.
Earlier it was revealed that New Zealanders and Britons seeking Australian citizenship performed worse on the exam than every major European nation.
News Limited polled 4788 readers on a sample exam provided by the Department of Immigration.
While most performed well answering questions on Australia's history and beliefs, other struggled with the section of government and the law.
Less than 54 per cent knew that the judicial arm of government had the power to interpret and apply laws.
And one in five believed it was the role of the Governor-General to appoint a head of state.
Many people struggled to identify the role of our Governor General Quentin Bryce. Picture: Kym Smith Source: The Daily Telegraph
And only 53 per cent was aware that each state had its own constitution.
See the full breakdown of results below.
According to official figures released by the Department of Immigration after an application under the Freedom of Information Act, applicants with Swedish citizenship recorded the highest scores during 2011-12 at 98.1 per cent.
They were followed by followed by the Netherlands 97.6 per cent, Finland, 97.5 per cent, France, 97.4 per cent and Switzerland 97.4.
With an average score of 72.6 per cent, New Zealanders were among the least knowledgeable about Australia and those from Britain ranked 18th with a score of 95.6 per cent.
Adelaide University Associate Professor in history and politics Paul Sendziuk said it was not unusual that wealthy countries and those where English was spoken would score better. But he said it seemed people with British and New Zealand citizenship had been too laidback when they took the test.
THE RESULTS
Q1. What do we remember on Anzac Day?
The landing of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps at Gallipoli, Turkey,98.7%
The arrival of the first free settlers from Great Britain,0.4%
The landing of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove,0.9%
Q2. What are the colours of the Australian Aboriginal Flag?
Black, red and yellow,98.0%
Green, white and black,1.3%
Blue, white and green,0.7%
Q3. Which official symbol of Australia identifies Commonwealth property?
The national anthem,0.6%
Australia's national flower,1.5%
Commonwealth Coat of Arms,97.9%
Q4. Which of these statements about Australia's system of government is correct?
The Queen of Australia chooses people to form the Australian Parliament,0.3%
The government is elected by the people,96.5%
The Prime Minister chooses our Members of Parliament,3.1%
Q5. Which of these is an example of freedom of speech?
People can peacefully protest against government decisions,92.5%
Men and women are treated equally in a court of law,4.2%
Australians are free to not follow a religion,3.3%
Q6. Which of these statements about government in Australia is correct?
The government does not allow some religions,2.1%
Government in Australia is secular,93.3%
Religious laws are passed by parliament,4.6%
Q7. Which of these is an example of equality in Australia?
Everyone follows the same religion,0.0%
Men and women have the same rights,99.8%
Everyone belongs to the same political party,0.1%
Q8. Which of these is a responsibility of Australian citizens aged 18 years or over?
To attend local council meetings,0.0%
To vote in elections,99.7%
To have a current Australian passport,0.2%
Q9. Which of these is a responsibility of Australian citizens aged 18 years or over?
To do local community service,0.1%
To carry a passport at all times,0.1%
To serve on a jury if called to do so,99.8%
Q10. Which of these statements about passports is correct?
Australian citizens can apply for an Australian passport,91.3%
Permanent residents can hold an Australian passport,6.1%
Australian citizens need a passport and visa to return to Australia,2.6%
Q11. Which of these statements about voting in Australian elections is correct?
People are free and safe to vote for any candidate,99.5%
Voting is by a show of hands,0.1%
People must write their name on their vote,0.4%
Q12. What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?
The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum,9.1%
The Australian Constitution came into effect,88.8%
The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed,2.1%
Q13. What is the name of the legal document that sets out the rules for the government of Australia?
The Australian Federation,4.4%
The Australian Commonwealth,5.7%
The Australian Constitution,89.9%
Q14. What is a referendum?
A vote to change the government,9.3%
A vote to change the Australian Constitution,89.2%
A vote to change the Prime Minister,1.6%
Q15. Which arm of government has the power to interpret and apply laws?
Legislative,43.0%
Executive,3.1%
Judicial,53.9%
Q16. Which of these is a role of the Governor-General?
The appointment of state premiers,3.6%
The signing of Bills passed by the Australian Parliament,76.5%
The appointment of the Head of State,20.0%
Q17. Which of these statements about state governments is correct?
All states have the same constitution,17.1%
Each state has its own constitution,53.1%
The states have no constitution,29.8%
Q18. What is the name given to the party or coalition of parties with the second largest number of members in the House of Representatives?
The Government,3.8%
The Opposition,91.2%
The Senate,5.1%
Q19. What is the name of a proposal to make a law in parliament?
Royal Assent,1.3%
Bill,97.0%
Debate,1.7%
Q20. Who maintains peace and order in Australia?
Answer Options,"Response Percent","Response Count"
Public servants,1.2%
Police,98.8%
Lawyers,0.1%
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