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Why the Values section matters
Home Affairs requires 5/5 on the Australian Values questions as well as at least 15/20 overall. That makes this section different from ordinary score averaging.
Treat Values as a core study topic, not a final-day add-on.
What Australian Values cover
The official material describes Australian values around freedom, respect, fairness and equality of opportunity. It also discusses commitment to the Rule of Law, parliamentary democracy, peaceful change, equality, mutual respect and tolerance, and the responsibilities people have in the community.
Study the meaning of each principle and how it applies in everyday scenarios. Values questions often test understanding rather than simple recall.
Rule of Law
Under the Rule of Law, everyone is subject to the law and no person or group is above it. The official Values material stresses that laws apply to all people in Australia regardless of background or culture.
Do not confuse personal preference, tradition or status with legal authority.
Freedom, respect and equality
Freedom in Australia exists within the law and alongside the rights of other people. Respect includes treating others with dignity even when there is disagreement. Equality means people should have equal opportunity and be treated fairly under the law.
Use the timed simulator after studying these ideas so you can recognise them in differently worded questions.
Official resources
Read the Values section through Our Common Bond and listen to the official Our Common Bond podcast.
Put the guide into practice
Take a 20-question, 45-minute simulation and track the 15/20 overall requirement and 5/5 Australian Values requirement separately.
Start Free Test →Frequently asked questions
How many Australian Values questions are in the test?
There are five.
How many Values questions must be correct?
All five must be correct.
What values should I study?
Study the official Our Common Bond material on freedom, respect, fairness, equality of opportunity, Rule of Law, democracy and community responsibilities.
Is a high overall score enough if I miss a Values question?
No. The Values requirement is separate and requires 5 out of 5.