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What was the main objective of the 'Aboriginal Protectors' appointed by Governor Phillip in 1788?
What was the main objective of the 'Aboriginal Protectors' appointed by Governor Phillip in 1788?
- To advocate for the rights and freedoms of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- To forcibly assimilate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples into European society (correct)
- To provide education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- To establish social service benefits for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
What is the primary purpose of a policy?
What is the primary purpose of a policy?
- To enforce laws
- To outline government's political activities and plans (correct)
- To establish cultural norms
- To prevent colonization
During the period of Segregation from the 1890s to 1950s, what restrictions were imposed on Aboriginal peoples in Australia?
During the period of Segregation from the 1890s to 1950s, what restrictions were imposed on Aboriginal peoples in Australia?
- Permitted to live with non-Aboriginal persons
- Restricted from drinking alcohol (correct)
- Given access to social service benefits
- Allowed to attend state schools
What term is used to describe the arrival of the British colony and the associated violence?
What term is used to describe the arrival of the British colony and the associated violence?
What was a significant impact on the Stolen Generations and trans-generational trauma as mentioned in the text?
What was a significant impact on the Stolen Generations and trans-generational trauma as mentioned in the text?
What Latin term was used in 1885 to deprive Indigenous Australians access to their lands?
What Latin term was used in 1885 to deprive Indigenous Australians access to their lands?
What were some basic rights denied to Aboriginal peoples as mentioned in the text?
What were some basic rights denied to Aboriginal peoples as mentioned in the text?
Which organization pressured the English Government for peaceful colonization and recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' needs?
Which organization pressured the English Government for peaceful colonization and recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' needs?
How did the White Australia Policy impact non-Europeans entering Australia?
How did the White Australia Policy impact non-Europeans entering Australia?
What is a key difference between policy and law?
What is a key difference between policy and law?
