Study Guide

Our Common Bond

The official Australian Government resource for the citizenship test

What is Our Common Bond?

The official study resource produced by the Australian Government. Everything testable in the citizenship test comes from this document.

Topics covered

  • Australia and its people — history, geography, culture, and symbols
  • Australian values — freedom, equality, respect, and a fair go
  • Democratic beliefs, rights and liberties
  • Government and the law in Australia
  • The citizenship journey and responsibilities

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Study tips

Listen while you read

Use the audio lessons alongside the guide to reinforce key ideas.

Test after each section

After finishing a chapter, take a practice test to check your retention.

Focus on weak areas

Your results page shows which sections need more work — go back and re-read those.

Aim for 80%+ in practice

The real test requires 75%. Practicing above that threshold builds confidence.

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