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Australia’s national anthem

‘Advance Australia Fair’ is Australia’s national anthem. It is sung on occasions of national importance, including at Australian citizenship ceremonies and major sporting events.

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2 questions on this topic, each with the answer explained.

  1. 1. What is the name of Australia's national anthem?

    • I Am Australian
    • Waltzing Matilda
    • Advance Australia Fair
    • Song of Australia

    Explanation: 'Advance Australia Fair' is the anthem of the nation. The other songs are not the national anthem.

  2. 2. When is 'Advance Australia Fair' sung?

    • Only at school assemblies in the capital city of each state
    • On important national occasions, such as citizenship ceremonies
    • Only on the birthday of the reigning monarch of Australia
    • Only at meetings of the federal parliament sitting in Canberra

    Explanation: The anthem is used for important national occasions, including citizenship ceremonies and big sporting events, not just one narrow setting.

From Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond, the official booklet