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Which subject	History
What age group	Year or Grade 4
What topic	Australian gold rush
Question types	Open-ended
Number of questions	12
Number of answers	4
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Test your knowledge about the Australian Gold Rush!

1. When did the Australian Gold Rush begin? {The image of people panning for gold in a river}

2. What is a "gold rush"? {The image of miners working in a mine}

3. Which state in Australia was the first to discover gold? {The image of a map of Australia with a circle around the state}

4. Name one way miners searched for gold in Australia. {The image of a miner with a pickaxe}

5. What was the name of the person who first discovered gold in Australia? {The image of gold nuggets}

6. What was the population of Melbourne in 1851 during the peak of the gold rush? {The image of a street filled with people}

7. What was the nickname for people who came to Australia during the gold rush? {The image of a group of people traveling with their belongings}

8. How did the gold rush impact the economy of Australia? {The image of a store with a sign that says "No gold accepted as payment"}

9. What were some hazards that miners faced while searching for gold? {The image of a mine collapsing}

10. How long did the Australian gold rush last? {The image of a clock ticking}

11. What happened to the Aboriginal people during the gold rush? {The image of a painting of Aboriginal people}

12. What is one legacy of the Australian gold rush? {The image of a monument or statue commemorating the gold rush}

Correct Answers

1. The Australian Gold Rush began in 1851.
2. A "gold rush" is a period of time when many people come to a region in search of gold.
3. New South Wales was the first state to discover gold.
4. Miners searched for gold by panning in rivers, digging in mines, or dry blowing.
5. Edward Hargraves was the first person to discover gold in Australia.
6. The population of Melbourne was approximately 75,000 people during the peak of the gold rush.
7. People who came to Australia during the gold rush were called "diggers".
8. The gold rush had a significant impact on the economy of Australia, leading to the growth of cities and industries.
9. Miners faced hazards such as mine collapses, flooding, and exposure to dangerous chemicals.
10. The Australian gold rush lasted for approximately 10 years.
11. The Aboriginal people were often displaced or mistreated during the gold rush.
12. One legacy of the Australian gold rush is the development of many towns and cities across the country.