Australian Colonisation and Federation

Which year did the First Fleet arrive in Australia?

• 1776

• 1800

• 1850

• 1788

Who was the captain of the First Fleet?

• James Cook

• Arthur Phillip

• John Smith

• Henry Hudson

Which country did the First Fleet sail from?

• France

• England

• Spain

• Portugal

What was the main purpose of the First Fleet's arrival in Australia?

• Establishing a penal colony

• Establishing a religious settlement

• Establishing a military outpost

• Exploring new trade routes

Which document was signed on January 1, 1901, leading to the federation of Australia?

• Declaration of Independence

• Constitution of Australia

• Magna Carta

• Treaty of Versailles

How many colonies joined together to form the federation of Australia?

• 8

• 6

• 10

• 4

Which city was chosen as the capital of Australia after federation?

• Canberra

• Sydney

• Melbourne

• Perth

Who was the first Prime Minister of Australia after federation?

• Julia Gillard

• Tony Abbott

• Edmund Barton

• John Howard

Which year did Australia become a fully independent nation?

• 1900

• 1910

• 1920

• 1901

What is the national day of Australia?

• Australia Day

• Easter Monday

• Boxing Day

• Anzac Day