12 Questions
During which period did the gold rushes fundamentally transform Australia?
1851–1900
Where was gold first discovered in Australia in 1851?
Bathurst
Which of the following groups immigrated to New South Wales and Victoria during the 1850s?
Chinese
Which newly formed colony attracted the majority of settlers during the gold rushes of the 1850s?
Victoria
What event preceded the gold rushes in Australia?
Major worldwide economic depression
Which district was separated from New South Wales to form a new colony in 1836?
Port Phillip District
In which year did the infamous anti-Chinese miner riot take place in Young?
1861
Which town in New South Wales became the site of the introduction of skiing to Australia by Norwegians?
Kiandra
What event in 1859 led to the separation of Queensland as a new colony?
A new gold rush in the far north
Which colony became known as the Australian stronghold of protectionism, liberalism, and radicalism?
Victoria
What characterized New South Wales politically, even after being demographically less affected by the gold rushes?
Conservative political dominance by squatters and Sydney business community
What did gold bring to Australia's society during this period besides wealth?
Fresh ideas from Europe and North America
Explore the history of the indigenous and colonial peoples of Australia between 1851–1900, leading up to the foundation of the Commonwealth of Australia in 1901. Learn about the transformative impact of the gold rushes on Australia's economy, politics, and demographics.
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