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Question 1 of 16

What happened to Australia's population 10 years after the gold rush?

It stayed the same.
It tripled.
It more than doubled.

Explanation:

"Ten years after the Gold Rush began in 1851, Australia's population more than doubled."
It decreased.

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Question 2 of 16

Who were the first non-European people to come to Australia?

Americans
Bristishers
Vikings
Chinese

Explanation:

"Chinese people who arrived after the gold rush were the first large group of migrants not from Europe."

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Question 3 of 16

The "1851 Gold Rush" in Australia attracted people from:

Europe
China
All around the world

Explanation:

"The 1851 Gold Rush in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria attracted people from all around the world to make their fortunes."
New Zealand

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Question 4 of 16

What started in 1851 when gold was found in New South Wales and Victoria?

The Quiet Revolution
The Gold Rush

Explanation:

"The discovery of gold in New South Wales and Victoria in 1851 sparked the Australian Gold Rush, which saw a massive influx of gold seekers from around the world."
The Farming Boom
The Roaring 1850s

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Question 5 of 16

When did the “gold rush” happen in Australia?

In 1851

Explanation:

"The Australian Gold Rush began in 1851 when gold was discovered in New South Wales and Victoria."
In 1855
In 1860
In 1870

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Question 6 of 16

When was gold discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria?

In 1848
In 1851

Explanation:

"Gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria in 1851."
In 1890
In 1830

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Question 7 of 16

What influence did British and Irish heritage have on Australia?

It shaped Australia’s recent culture, history, and politics.

Explanation:

"British and Irish heritage significantly shaped Australia's recent culture, history, and politics. The arrival of British settlers and Irish immigrants influenced the development of Australian society, including its legal and political systems, cultural practices, and social norms."
It had no significant impact.
It led to the decline of local traditions.
It primarily affected Australia’s economy.

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Question 8 of 16

Where did the early free settlers in Australia come from?

Great Britain and Ireland

Explanation:

"The early free settlers in Australia came from Great Britain and Ireland."
The United States and Canada
China and India
New Zealand and South Africa

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Question 9 of 16

What happened to New South Wales as more convicts and free settlers arrived?

The colony fell into decline.
The colony grew and developed.

Explanation:

"As more convicts and free settlers arrived in New South Wales, the colony experienced significant growth and development. The influx of people led to the establishment of new settlements, expansion of agriculture, and development of infrastructure."
The colony became isolated.
The colony struggled to survive.

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Question 10 of 16

Who was the first Governor of the colony of New South Wales?

Captain Hardy
Captain Arthur Junior
Captain Arthur Phillip

Explanation:

"The first Governor of the colony of New South Wales was Captain Arthur Phillip. He assumed the role on January 18, 1788, when the First Fleet arrived and established the first British settlement in Australia."
Captain Aurthur Curie

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Question 11 of 16

How was the problem of the convicts in Britain solved?

They decided to transport convicts to the other side of the world, to the new colony of Scotland.
They decided to transport convicts to the other side of the world, to the new colony of New South Wales.

Explanation:

"In the late 18th century, Britain faced overcrowded prisons and sought a solution for its convict population. To manage this problem, the British Government transported convicts to the other side of the world: to the new colony of New South Wales."
They decided to transport convicts to the other side of the world, to the new colony of India.
They killed them all.

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Question 12 of 16

Why did the British Government decide to transport convicts to New South Wales in the 18th century?

To establish a new trade route
To manage overcrowded prisons

Explanation:

"The British government decided to transport convicts to New South Wales in the 18th century due to overcrowded prisons."
To explore new territories
To find gold

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Question 13 of 16

What became to known as the “First Fleet”?

The first 11 convict ships that arrived from Great Britain to Australia.

Explanation:

"The "First Fleet" refers to the 11 British ships that transported the first European settlers, including convicts, to Australia. "
The first 10 convict ships that arrived from Asia to Australia.
The first 9 convict ships that arrived from Great Britain to Australia.
The first 8 convict ships that arrived from China to Australia.

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Question 14 of 16

From which country did the First Fleet of convicts arrive in Australia in 1788?

France
Spain
Great Britain

Explanation:

"The First Fleet arrived from Great Britain, which established the first European settlement in Australia."
Portugal

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Question 15 of 16

What marked the beginning of European settlement in Australia?

The arrival of the First Fleet in 1788.

Explanation:

"The beginning of European settlement in Australia is marked by the arrival of the First Fleet at Botany Bay on January 26, 1788. This fleet, consisting of 11 ships carrying convicts, marines, and officers, was led by Captain Arthur Phillip."
The establishment of the gold rush.
The founding of Sydney in 1800.
The signing of the Treaty of Versailles.

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Question 16 of 16

When did the European settlement start in Australia?

12 June 1770
22 November 1780
26 January 1788

Explanation:

"European settlement started with the arrival of the First Fleet on 26th January 1788."
16 March 1790

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