Federation

Who is the father of federation?

• Sir Edmund Barton

• Alfred Deakin

• Sir Henry Parkes

• John Quick

What does "FEDERATION" mean?

• When people meet as a group.

• Joining together of a states or colonies to form a nation.

• when a nation separates

• A type of money

Why was Canberra chosen as the capital city?

• Because Parliament house was already built in Canberra.
• Sydney and Melbourne both wanted to be the capital so they picked a place in the middle.
• It was closest to the middle of all the States and Territories.
• Because it has lovely weather and is close to the snow.

Who was the last state to join in Federation?

• NSW
• WA
• SA
• NT

After Federation, Aboriginal people had a lot more rights and better living conditions.

• True
• False

Women in Australia have always been allowed to vote?

• Yes
• No

What is the exact date of Federation?

• 2nd of march 1901

• 5th of January 1902

• 1st of January 1901

• 1st of february 1901

Why was Federation necessary?

• Defence, Tariffs and Immigration
• Just for Defence
• Just for Tariffs
• Just for Immigration

What is required of Australians after they turn 18?

• marriage
• voting
• military service
• running for office

Where was the official Federation Ceremony held?

• Government House, Melbourne
• Arawang Primary School
• Parliament House, Canberra
• Centennial Park, Sydney