Australian Citizenship Day Differentiated Reading Comprehension Activity
Australian Citizenship Day Differentiated Reading Comprehension Activity
Australian Citizenship Day Differentiated Reading Comprehension Activity
A citizen is someone who belongs to and supports the values of a country. People
can be an Australian citizen by birth (being born in Australia) or by choosing
to become an Australian citizen.
• are helpful;
• are friendly;
• co-operate.
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Australian Citizenship Day
Questions
1. What day is Australian Citizenship Day celebrated on?
4. True or False. If someone choses to become an Australian citizen they sing the Australian
National Anthem?
True False
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Australian Citizenship Day
Answers
What day is Australian Citizenship Day celebrated on?
3. True or False. If someone choses to become an Australian citizen they sing the Australian
National Anthem?
True False
5. If someone you knew wanted to become an Australian citizen, how would you explain the
responsibilities they would need to demonstrate?
Answers will vary.
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Australian Citizenship Day
Australian Citizenship Day is on 17th September. It is a day to celebrate how
the citizens of Australia all work together to make Australia a safe, democratic
and inclusive country.
• vote;
• show compassion;
• co-operate;
• are inclusive;
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Australian Citizenship Day
To celebrate Australian Citizenship Day, many local councils and schools hold
Affirmation Ceremonies. An affirmation is a promise made by Australian citizens
to continue to live by the values and laws of Australia. This affirmation helps
people to reflect on what it means to be an Australian citizen.
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Australian Citizenship Day
Questions
What day is Australian Citizenship Day celebrated on? Circle one answer.
1. What is a citizen?
2. What is the difference between a right and a responsibility? Use a dictionary to help you.
5. Why might taking the affirmation in a large group “help to unify citizens and strengthen
their pride in being an Australian Citizen”?
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Australian Citizenship Day
Answers
1. What day is Australian Citizenship Day celebrated on?
2. What is a citizen?
A citizen is someone who belongs to and supports the values of a country.
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Australian Citizenship Day
Australian Citizenship Day is on 17th September. It is a day to celebrate how
the citizens of Australia contribute to make Australia a safe, democratic and
inclusive country.
Australia values inclusion, personal freedoms and democracy, which are all
protected by Australian laws. By being responsible Australian citizens, we work
together to build a strong nation where all Australians feel safe and valued.
• vote;
• show compassion;
• co-operate;
• are inclusive.
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Australian Citizenship Day
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Australian Citizenship Day
Questions
1. What day is Australian Citizenship Day celebrated on?
2. What is a citizen?
3. What is the difference between a right and a responsibility? Use a dictionary to help you.
6. Why might taking the affirmation in a large group “help to unify citizens and strengthen
their pride in being an Australian Citizen”?
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Australian Citizenship Day Questions
7. Which value do you think is the most important responsibility for people to follow?
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Australian Citizenship Day
Answers
1. What day is Australian Citizenship Day celebrated on?
Australian Citizenship Day is celebrated on 17th September.
2. What is a citizen?
A citizen is someone who belongs to and supports the values of a country.
3. What is the difference between a right and a responsibility? Use a dictionary to help you.
Answers will vary but will be similar to: A right is a freedom or privilege that
a citizen is entitled to and a responsibility is a duty they must serve.
6. Why might taking the affirmation in a large group “help to unify citizens and strengthen
their pride in being an Australian Citizen”?
Answers will vary. An example includes: By saying the affirmation
in a large group people may feel part of their local community and
to make people becoming an Australian citizen feel welcome.
7. Which value do you think is the most important responsibility for people to follow?
Answers will vary.
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