AUSTRALIAN VALUES This is an Australian values question — In the real test, every values question must be correct.
An employer tells a new arrival that English matters for more than everyday conversation. Why is English described as essential in Australia?
- It is essential for joining a local sporting club
- It is essential for economic life and social cohesion ✓
- It is essential for owning property, land and a home
- It is essential for holding an Australian driver licence
Why this is the answer
English is needed to take part in the economy and to keep society working together as one community.
This question is from: English as the national language
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- Karim is applying for Australian citizenship and English is not his native language. What must applicants undertake to do?
- Sofia is deciding whether to attend English classes. Which TWO things does learning to speak English help a person to do?
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