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