Free Immigrants to Australia

What period did Australia experience an influx of free immigrants?

• 1790-1850

• 1770-1820

• 1801-1855

• 1793-1850

Which of the following skills did English agricultural workers bring to Australia?

• Construction and carpentry

• Farming and land cultivation

• Textile manufacturing

• Shipbuilding

What was the role of English agricultural workers in Australia?

• Establishing educational institutions

• Developing the mining industry

• Shaping the agricultural sector and establishing settlements

• Introducing new political ideologies

Which group of migrants sought better opportunities, escaping poverty, and political conflicts?

• English agricultural workers

• Irish migrants

• Scottish migrants

• Dutch settlers

What did the Irish immigrants contribute to Australia's society?

• Introduction of new crops and farming techniques

• Development of infrastructure

• Establishment of labor unions and impact on democratic ideals

• Exploration of new territories

Which of the following is NOT a contribution of Scottish migrants to Australia?

• Impact on literature and music

• Exploration of new territories

• Contributions to medicine and law

• Development of agricultural communities

What is the lasting impact of English agricultural workers on Australia?

• Their political leadership

• Their influence on the educational system

• Their farming practices and knowledge still shaping the farming industry

• Their contributions to the mining sector

What motivated many Irish immigrants to come to Australia?

• Access to free land

• Escaping religious conflicts

• Seeking adventure and exploration

• Gold rush opportunities

Which group of migrants contributed significantly to the formation of labor unions in Australia?

• English agricultural workers

• Irish migrants

• Scottish migrants

• Chinese immigrants

Which of the following best describes the Irish migrants' impact on Australian society?

• Social justice movements and the development of infrastructure

• Introduction of new farming techniques and crops

• Leadership in the mining industry

• Establishment of educational institutions