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Gold discovered in Australia
  • 1. When was gold first discovered in Australia?
A) 1950
B) 1800
C) 1900
D) 1851
  • 2. What was the name of the first significant goldrush town in Australia?
A) Adelaide
B) Melbourne
C) Sydney
D) Bathurst
  • 3. Which colony initiated the first gold rush in Australia?
A) Victoria
B) South Australia
C) New South Wales
D) Queensland
  • 4. Which region experienced the largest gold rush in Australia?
A) Victoria
B) New South Wales
C) Western Australia
D) Tasmania
  • 5. Which famous Australian writer's family participated in the gold rush?
A) Miles Franklin
B) Banjo Paterson
C) Henry Lawson
D) Dame Mary Gilmore
  • 6. What influence did the gold rush have on the development of Melbourne in Australia?
A) It caused the abandonment of Melbourne.
B) It had no impact on Melbourne's development.
C) It led to the complete destruction of Melbourne.
D) It transformed Melbourne into a major metropolis.
  • 7. What social impact did the gold rush have on Australia?
A) It led to increased social division and unrest.
B) It resulted in complete social isolation for Australians.
C) It played a role in shaping Australian national identity and culture.
D) It had no social impact on Australia.
  • 8. What was the name of the famous gold nugget discovered in Australia in the 19th century?
A) Shining Star
B) Golden Giant
C) Welcome Nugget
D) Treasure Trove
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