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What was the White Australia Policy?

  • A policy that prevented non-European immigrants from coming to Australia. (correct)
  • A policy that encouraged multiculturalism in Australia.
  • A policy that allowed non-European immigrants to come to Australia.
  • A policy that promoted diversity in Australia.

How long was the White Australia Policy enforced for?

  • 100 years
  • 50 years
  • 20 years
  • 70 years (correct)

What impact did the White Australia Policy have on Australian society?

  • It encouraged diversity and multiculturalism.
  • It had no impact on Australian society.
  • It prevented non-European immigrants from coming to Australia. (correct)
  • It created a racially tolerant society.

What led to the eventual abolition of the White Australia Policy?

<p>International pressure and changing attitudes towards race. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Immigration Restriction Act 1901 in Australia?

<p>To exclude all non-European immigrants from Australia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for the growing resentment towards Chinese settlers during the gold rush in Australia?

<p>They were taking jobs from Australians (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the dictation test used for screening migrants in Australia?

<p>The test was administered in any European language (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Australian government encourage migrants from Britain after World War II?

<p>To address defence and manpower concerns in Australia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the 'ten pound poms' scheme?

<p>A government program that provided incentives for British immigrants (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did non-Europeans gain the right to settle permanently in Australia?

<p>1947 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did the use of racial criteria for official purposes become illegal in Australia?

<p>1975 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current stance of Australia on policies based on race and ethnicity?

<p>Australia does not have policies based on race and ethnicity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has Australia realized about its relationship with Asian countries?

<p>It is becoming significant, strategically and economically (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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