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