Unit 2 - Revision 1 - Making and Transforming the Australian N

What was the perspective of the convicts sent to Australia?

• They saw it as a punishment

• They saw it as a vacation

• They saw it as a business opportunity

• They saw it as a cultural exchange

Answer explanation

The convicts sent to Australia primarily viewed their transportation as a punishment for their crimes, as it was a consequence of their legal transgressions rather than a positive experience or opportunity.

What opportunity did some convicts see in being sent to Australia?

• A chance for a fresh start

• A chance to return home

• A chance to become wealthy

• A chance to learn new skills

Answer explanation

Some convicts saw being sent to Australia as a chance for a fresh start, escaping their past and the opportunity to build a new life in a new land, rather than focusing solely on wealth or skills.

What is the purpose of "Dreaming" in cultural context?

• To explain scientific theories

• To explain creation, laws, and connections between people and land

• To entertain children

• To predict the future

Answer explanation

In many cultures, dreaming serves to explain creation, laws, and the connections between people and their land, reflecting shared beliefs and values, rather than merely predicting the future or entertaining.

What does "Contestability" refer to in history?

• The idea that history is fixed and unchangeable

• The idea that history can be interpreted in different ways based on evidence

• The belief that history is irrelevant

• The notion that history is purely fictional

Answer explanation

"Contestability" in history refers to the idea that history can be interpreted in different ways based on evidence. This perspective allows for multiple viewpoints and interpretations, contrasting with the notion of fixed history.

What type of farming and animals damaged the land during colonialism?

• Indigenous farming and animals.

• European farming and animals like sheep and cattle.

• Asian farming and animals.

• African farming and animals.

Answer explanation

European farming introduced practices and animals like sheep and cattle that led to overgrazing and land degradation, significantly damaging the environment during colonialism.

Under whose law was the land divided and owned during colonialism?

• Indigenous law.

• British law.

• American law.

• French law.

Answer explanation

During colonialism, land was primarily divided and owned under British law, which established legal frameworks for land ownership in many colonies, overriding indigenous systems.

What happened to First Nations languages, cultures, and traditions during colonialism?

• They were preserved and celebrated.

• They were damaged or lost.

• They were integrated into European culture.

• They were taught in schools.

Answer explanation

During colonialism, First Nations languages, cultures, and traditions were severely damaged or lost due to suppression, forced assimilation, and the imposition of European values, leading to a decline in their practice and transmission.

What term refers to a person's or group’s beliefs about the world and their place in it?

• Conflict

• Worldview

• Empathy

• Settlement

Answer explanation

The term 'worldview' refers to the beliefs and perspectives that shape how individuals or groups understand the world and their role in it. It encompasses values, experiences, and interpretations, making it the correct choice.

Who were some leaders of resistance mentioned in the text?

• Pemulwuy and Yagan

• Nelson Mandela and Gandhi

• Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse

• Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X

Answer explanation

Pemulwuy and Yagan were notable leaders of resistance, specifically in the context of Indigenous Australian struggles against colonization. The other options refer to leaders from different historical movements.

How were the stories of First Nations people treated historically?

• They were widely celebrated

• They were often left out of history books

• They were the main focus of history books

• They were exaggerated in history books

Answer explanation

Historically, the stories of First Nations people were often marginalized and excluded from mainstream history books, leading to a lack of representation and recognition of their contributions and experiences.