Australia’s Immigration History
What was the name of the immigration policy that restricted non-white immigration to Australia?
White Australia Policy
What fraction of Australia’s population today was born in another country?
More than one-fourth
Which country was Australia’s main trading partner a century ago?
Great Britain
What season is it in Australia during December?
Summer
: What is the nickname for Australia based on its location?
Down Under
What test did immigrants have to pass under the White Australia Policy?
A dictation test in a European language
: Name one reason people migrate to Australia.
Seeking a better job, education, or escaping war
Why does Australia trade more with nearby countries now?
It is cheaper to ship goods to nearby countries.
What causes the seasons to be opposite in the Southern Hemisphere?
The tilt of Earth on its axis
What is one fruit that ripens in Australia during its summer but is a summer fruit in the U.S.?
Cherries
When did Australia officially end the White Australia Policy?
: 1970s
What is a refugee?
A person who flees their country due to war or danger
Name two of Australia’s modern major trading partners.
China, Japan, South Korea, or India
Name a popular Australian beach where people celebrate New Year’s
Bondi Beach
: How many people vacationed in Australia in 2016?
More than 8 million
True or False: The White Australia Policy allowed people from all over the world to immigrate easily.
False
What percentage of new immigrants to Australia come from Asia?
Around 40 percent
What percentage of Australia’s exports now go to Europe?
Just under 10 percent
Why do tourists from the Northern Hemisphere visit Australia in December?
To escape winter and enjoy warm weather
: True or False: Australia’s reversed seasons mean it has no winter.
false
Why did Australia originally want to limit immigration to white Europeans?
To maintain a European-dominated population
: How has immigration transformed Australia?
It has created a lively, diverse society.
When did Japan become one of Australia’s most important trading partners?
By 1950
How do Australia’s seasons benefit its economy?
It allows the country to export out-of-season fruits and flowers to Northern Hemisphere countries.
What is one major event that happens in Sydney on New Year’s Eve?
A large fireworks show at Sydney Harbor