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WorksheetsFederation
Total questions: 24
Worksheet time: 24mins
Why was Federation necessary?
Defence, Tariffs, Transport and Immigration
Train lines
Tax
Swagmen
Who made the laws for Australia before federation?
The Prime Minister
The Governor-General
The Queen of England
Each colony (subject to law making power of the British Parliament)
Henry Parkes died before he got to see his Federation dream eventuate?
True
False
What was the Tenterfield Oration?
Speech about democracy
Speech about freedom
Speech about women’s rights
Speech about federation
What did Federalists support?
Bringing all colonies together
Reducing taxation
Sharing defence, communication and immigration
All of the above
What is the correct name of our country?
Australian Federation
Australia
Democratic Republic of Australia
Commonwealth of Australia
In 1898 and 1899 two Referendums were held in Australia, what were they for?
To vote ‘YES’ or ‘NO’ on Federation
To vote ‘YES’ or ‘NO’ on the Constitution
To vote ‘YES’ or ‘NO’ on Women’s Suffrage
To vote ‘YES’ or ‘NO’ on Aboriginal Rights
Why was Henry Parkes called the "Father of Federation?
He worked tirelessly to get the colonies to agree to join together as one nation.
He had lots of children.
He was almost 81 years old when he died.
He wanted Australia to be ruled by Britain.
What did the colonies of Australia become after Federation?
Territories
A.C.T.
States
Areas
The Australian Constitution can be changed by what type of vote?
Democracy
Preferential voting
Referendum
Ballot
How many states does Australia have?
5
7
6
4
