In 1851 heavy rush of people's movement was observed from rest of the world to South Wales and Victoria. What was the reason behind this people's rush?
To make money
To do the farming
To try their luck at making a fortune
In 1851, gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria. People from all around the world came to these colonies to try their luck at making a fortune. Chinese people arriving at this time were the first large group of migrants not from Europe. In 10 years, the population more than doubled.
Which of the following, was discovered for the first time in Victoria and New South Wales in 1851?
Diamonds
Silver
Gold
Bronze
In 1851, gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria. People from all around the world came to these colonies to try their luck at making a fortune. Chinese people arriving at this time were the first large group of migrants not from Europe. In 10 years, the population more than doubled.
People from which part of the world initially came for settling to Australia?
Asia
Africa
Great Britain and Ireland
America
Early free settlers were from Great Britain and Ireland. This British and Irish heritage has had a major influence on Australia’s history, culture and political institutions.
Which of the following statements is correct?
Torres Strait Islanders do not have a distinct cultural identity
Torres Strait Islanders have a distinct cultural identity
Torres Strait Islanders live in mainland Australia.
Torres Strait Islanders are from islands to the north of Queensland. They have a distinct cultural identity.
What was the name of the first 11 convict ships?
First 16 Ships
First Fleet
11 Fleet
21 Fleet
The group of 11 ships which set out from Britain under Captain Arthur Phillip to establish a convict settlement in New South Wales.
On Australia Day we remember the landing of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove on 26 January 1788.
On which day maximum citizenship ceremonies in Australia take place?
Easter Day
Australia Day
Alice Springs Show Day
Boxing Day
Australia Day is the day that we honour our history and all the people who have made this nation great. It is a day to rejoice in the present and commit to a happy and prosperous future together. For this reason, it is a day when many citizenship ceremonies are held across the country.
What was the name of the fleet that arrived from Great Britain on 26th January 1788?
British Fleet
Second Fleet
Third Fleet
First Fleet
Captain Phillip led the First Fleet into Sydney Cove on 26 January 1788. It is on the anniversary of this day that we celebrate Australia Day each year.
Which is the native place of the Aboriginal people of Australia?
Europe
Tasmania and Britain
Africa
Mainland Australia and Tasmania
Historically, Aboriginal people are from mainland Australia and Tasmania. They have lived here for between 40 000 and 60 000 years.
For what reason did the British Government decided to shift the convicts to new colony in New South Wales?
British laws were harsh
Jails could not hold the large number of people imprisoned for their crimes
All of the above
None of the above
At this time British laws were harsh and the jails could not hold the large number of people imprisoned for their crimes. To manage this problem, the British Government decided to transport these convicts to the other side of the world; to the new colony of New South Wales.
Since ancient times who were the people living in Australia?
Europeans
British people
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Asian people
Australia’s first inhabitants were the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. They are the Indigenous people of Australia. Australia’s Indigenous cultures are the oldest continuing cultures in the world.
In which year was gold discovered for the first time in New South Wales and Victoria colonies?
1951
1978
1878
1851
In 1851, gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria. People from all around the world came to these colonies to try their luck at making a fortune.
In the initial stage of the European settlement, multiple problems were encountered during the first few years. Name the person whose efforts resolved the problems.
Kevin Michael Rudd
Captain Arthur Phillip
Frank Cassidy
William Bligh
The first governor of the colony of New South Wales was Captain Arthur Phillip. He overcame many problems in the first few years of European settlement. The colony survived and as more convicts and free settlers arrived, it grew and developed. More colonies were established in other parts of the country.
What was the date from which first European settlement started in Australia?
26 January 1878
16 January 1788
16 January 1878
26 January 1788
European settlement started when the first 11 convict ships, which became known as the ‘First Fleet’, arrived from Great Britain on 26 January 1788.
North islands of which state are the native place of Torres Strait Islanders?
Victoria
New South Wales
Queensland
None of the Above
Torres Strait Islanders are from islands to the north of Queensland. They have a distinct cultural identity.
What was the name of the place where gold was found for the first time in the year 1851?
Western Australia and Queensland
New South Wales and Victoria
Tasmania and South Australia
New South Wales and Tasmania
In 1851, gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria. People from all around the world came to these colonies to try their luck at making a fortune.
Which of the following culture is regarded as the oldest continuing culture of the world?
British Culture
Roman Culture
Australia's Indigenous culture
Asian Culture
Australia’s first inhabitants were the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. They are the Indigenous people of Australia. Australia’s Indigenous cultures are the oldest continuing cultures in the world.
On which date did the first 11 convicts from Great Britain arrive at Australia?
On 26 January 1988
On 26 January 1788
On 26 January 1688
On 26 January 1588
European settlement started when the first 11 convict ships, which became known as the ‘First Fleet’, arrived from Great Britain on 26 January 1788.
Who are said to be the Indigenous people in Australia?
British people
Europeans
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Australia’s first inhabitants were the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. They are the Indigenous people of Australia. Australia’s Indigenous cultures are the oldest continuing cultures in the world.
To whom do you need to pledge your loyalty during the occasion of citizenship ceremony?
The Queen
The people and the Prime Minister
Australia and its people
At the citizenship ceremony, you pledge your loyalty to Australia and its people. It is therefore important for you to have an understanding of Australia’s community and population, including our Indigenous heritage.
Who was the first Governor appointed in a renowned colony of New South Wales?
Kevin Michael RUDD
Captain Arthur Phillip
Frank Cassidy
Watkin Tench
The first governor of the colony of New South Wales was Captain Arthur Phillip. He overcame many problems in the first few years of European settlement. The colony survived and as more convicts and free settlers arrived, it grew and developed. More colonies were established in other parts of the country.
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