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