Australia's Shame Quiz

What is the main focus of the 'Australia's Shame' report?

• The economic policies of Australia

• The treatment of children in detention centers

• The environmental issues in Australia

• The political landscape of Australia

Where did the events described in 'Australia's Shame' take place?

• Queensland

• Northern Territory

• Melbourne

• Sydney

What was one of the methods used to control the children in detention?

• Educational workshops

• Tear gassing

• Verbal counseling

• Community service

What age was the youngest child mentioned to be locked up in the detention center?

• 12 years old

• 8 years old

• 14 years old

• 10 years old

What was the condition of the cells described in the report?

• Modern and secure

• Ghoulish and medieval

• Clean and comfortable

• Spacious and well-lit

Who was the Minister for Corrections mentioned in the report?

• Malcolm Turnbull

• John Elferink

• Sarah Ferguson

• Adam Giles

What was one of the reasons for the children's distress in detention?

• Excessive freedom

• Too much recreational time

• Lack of natural light and basic necessities

• Lack of educational materials

What was the response of the prison officers to the children's anguish?

• They immediately released them

• They laughed and mocked the children

• They improved the conditions

• They provided counseling

What did the report suggest about the policy towards children in detention?

• It was supportive

• It was educational

• It was rehabilitative

• It was punitive and cruel

What was the reaction of the National Children's Commissioner to the report?

• She supported the use of tear gas

• She called for the facility to be shut down

• She praised the detention system

• She ignored the findings