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Diversity Year 8

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 11mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Diversity is:

a)

each person is unique and possesses individual differences

b)

we are all the same

c)

belonging to a specific group

d)

the ability to recover from difficulties

2.

The differences between individuals and groups within the population can be described as:

a)

Health promotion

b)

Inequity

c)

Ethnicity

d)

Disability

3.

The ability to recover quickly from difficulties is to be:

a)

assertive

b)

discriminative

c)

empowering

d)

resilient

4.

The left of this images displays:

a)

dignity

b)

equality

c)

equity

d)

respect

5.

the right of this image displays:

a)

equity

b)

equality

c)

diversity

d)

resilience

6.

What does diversity look like in Australia?

a)

Australia is full of different cultures

b)

Everyone is unique in some way

c)

We are a multicultural society

d)

All are correct

7.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population has increased since 2011 from 2.5% to 2.8% of the Australian population

a)

True

b)

False

8.

One challenge that Australia may encounter with the growing population is:

a)

Rich and more diverse culture

b)

Increasing cost of services (health care & education)

c)

Reduce labour shortages

d)

Counteracts effects of an ageing population

9.

All but one are ways that diversity has added to the Australian culture. Select the one that does not apply

a)

Celebrations & Festivals

b)

Restaurants, cuisines, food habits

c)

Only the English language

d)

Sports, games & hobbies

10.

All human beings are born with equal and inalienable rights and fundamental freedoms

a)

true

b)

false

11.

Children do not have specific rights to recognise their special needs as children.

a)

True

b)

False

12.

Select the following which can create health inequities in Australia

a)

Racism

b)

Gender

c)

Geographic location

d)

Living Conditions

13.

Discrimination occurs when someone is treated unfairly based on their characteristics or because they belong to a particular group.

a)

True

b)

False

14.

Which act makes it illegal to discriminate on the basis of areas such as race, sex, age, etc. in NSW?

a)

The NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

b)

Stop Discrimination.com

c)

Australia's Discrimination Act 2002

15.

Select the following which are appropriate ways to stand up for a victim of discrimination:

a)

Talk to a higher body

b)

Communication

c)

Tell them to forget about it

d)

Comfort them

16.

Indirect discrimination occurs when:

a)

someone is treated unfairly because of their age, gender, etc.

b)

when there is a requirement or rule that is the same for everyone but in effect it disadvantages a particular group

17.

Standing up or speaking for people in society who are the most vulnerable is best known as:

a)

Equity

b)

Advocacy

c)

Communication

d)

Fairness

18.

An organisation that advocates on behalf of people living with multiple disabilities is:

a)

Able Australia

b)

Equality Rights Alliance

c)

Black Dog Institute

d)

Amnesty International Australia

19.

An organisation that advocates for the elderly and housebound by preparing, cooking and delivering meals is:

a)

Cancer Council

b)

Inspire Foundation

c)

Meals on Wheels

d)

Oxfam Australia

20.

Harmony Day is a day that celebrates:

a)

Inclusiveness, respect and belonging for all Australians, regardless of cultural or linguistic background.

b)

That we are all the same.

c)

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders