Gold is found in Australia

Multiple Choice

Why were the gold rushes significant for Australia in the 1800s?

• They ended Australia's convict era and contributed to its nationhood.

• They increased the population of California.

• They led to the discovery of diamonds in Australia.

• They caused wars between Australia and the United States.

Multiple Choice

Who noticed particles of gold in Fish Creek near Bathurst?

• Edward Hargraves

• James McBrien

• Strezelecki

• Macquarie

Multiple Choice

When was gold found at Hartley by Strzelecki?

• 1823

• 1839

• 1842

• 1848

Multiple Choice

When was gold found in California?

• 1823

• 1839

• 1842

• 1848

Multiple Choice

Edward Hargraves returned to Australia from California in 1851. What motivated him to search for gold near Bathurst?

• He heard rumors of gold discoveries made by others.

• He wanted to visit family in Sydney.

• He was sent by the government to find gold.

• He was escaping from California.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions did Hargraves take after discovering gold near Lewis Ponds Creek?

• He reported his find to the Governor.

• He kept the discovery secret.

• He immediately started mining gold himself.

• He traveled back to California.