Sports People
Which Indigenous Australian athlete used her platform to speak out about racism and became a national role model during the 2000 Sydney Olympics?
Cathy Freeman
True or False: Aboriginal art is only found in museums and is not part of modern Australian culture.
False – it’s still a strong and living part of Australian identity today.
Finish the lyric from “I Am Australian” by The Seekers:
“We are one, but we are many,
And from all the lands on Earth we come,
We share a dream…”
“And sing with one voice: I am, you are, we are Australian.”
True or False: Philanthropy only means giving money to charity.
False – It can also include giving time, skills, or support to help others.
What does the phrase "a fair go" represent in Australian values?
Equality, opportunity, and support for everyone regardless of background.
Cathy Freeman wore both the Australian and Aboriginal flags after winning gold. What message did this send about Australian identity?
That being Australian can include multiple identities, and that Indigenous heritage is a valued part of the nation.
Which Australian singer is known for the song “Dance Monkey” and became famous around the world?
Tones and I
What value is shown in John Farnham’s song “You’re the Voice,” with the line “We’re not gonna sit in silence, we’re not gonna live with fear”?
Standing up for what’s right / taking action / using your voice.
True or False: All Australians have the same history and experience.
False – people have different backgrounds and stories.
True or False: The Australian identity is a fixed and singular concept.
False. It is complex and constantly evolving, shaped by diverse voices and histories.
Which famous Australian cricketer is known for values of fairness and sportsmanship and is often seen as representing the ‘Aussie battler’ spirit?
Don Bradman
Which Australian pop star started on Neighbours and became an international music icon with hits like “Can’t Get You Out of My Head”?
Kylie Minogue
In the song “I Am Australian” by The Seekers, what is the message of the chorus “We are one, but we are many”?
That Australians come from different backgrounds but are united as one people.
What is the name of the charity that helps Australian kids with school and learning?
The Smith Family
What is one thing that helps shape a person’s identity?
Their culture, family, beliefs, or experiences.
What is a common cultural assumption about Australian sportspeople on the global stage?
That Australians are tough, competitive, and value fair play.
What is one way artists help shape Australian identity?
By showing different stories and cultures through art.
Which Midnight Oil song includes the line “How can we sleep when our beds are burning,” and what issue does it highlight?
“Beds Are Burning” – it highlights land rights and justice for Indigenous Australians.
What is one value shown by people who give money or time to help others?
Kindness / fairness / helping others succeed
Why is it important to hear different voices in Australian stories (like Indigenous, migrant, or female voices)?
To understand the full picture of who we are as a country.