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Australian Story: Mingoola Social Experiment

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What is the main issue facing the community of Mingoola?

Struggling with an ageing population (correct)
Economic downturn due to global recession
Lack of infrastructure development
Environmental pollution

Why does Julia Harpham express concern about the future of Mingoola?

Decrease in agricultural productivity
A decline in social activities
Absence of children in the community (correct)
Lack of historical significance

What is one reason why Christine Denis emphasizes the need for people with families in Mingoola?

To increase industrial output
To enhance cultural diversity
To reduce transportation costs
To strengthen the sense of community (correct)

How does the location of Mingoola contribute to its identity as described in the text?

Being positioned near the Queensland/New South Wales border (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main industry in Mingoola originally?

Sheep and cattle (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why did some migrants find it difficult to fit in according to Christine Denis?

Locals were unwelcoming (D) Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the closure of the school have on the Mingoola community?

It shattered the community (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why did Julia Harpham believe that refugees should come and live in the valley?

For better integration experiences (B) Signup and view all the answers

What comparison does Julia Harpham make when talking about welcoming people to Mingoola again?

The Field of Dreams movie (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main concern of every refugee service contacted according to Julia Harpham?

'These people need to stay in the city' (C) Signup and view all the answers

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