Our Common Bond Study Guide

Key facts from all 4 testable parts of the official study guide. Part 4 (Values) is highlighted -- you MUST get all 5 values questions correct.

5/5 Values Requirement

5 of 20 test questions are from Part 4 (Values). ALL 5 must be correct or you fail, even with 15+ overall.

-Respect for equal worth, dignity, and freedom of the individual

-Freedom of speech -- can express opinions within the law

-Freedom of religion and secular government -- no state religion, free to practise any faith or none

-Freedom of association -- free to join groups, political parties, unions

-Support for parliamentary democracy and the rule of law

-Equality under the law -- regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, or religion

-Equality of men and women -- women have the same rights as men in all areas

-Mutual respect and tolerance -- people of different backgrounds live together peacefully

-Compassion for those in need -- Australia has a social safety net

-English language as the national language (while respecting other languages)

-Violence is NEVER acceptable for resolving disputes

-Forced marriage is ILLEGAL in Australia

-Racial discrimination is against the law

-Everyone has freedom to change or leave their religion

Part 1: Australia and Its People