migrant experience
Where did the Nguyen family come from?
They came from Vietnam.
what does multi-faith mean?
there are many religions in the society
can the government force you to believe in any religion in australia?
no
what is a Value?
A value is something a society thinks is important
Values guide how people should treat others
Shared by many people in Australia
Outline one reason why the Nguyen family came to Australia. Use a quote from the text.
One reason the Nguyen family came to Australia was because they were escaping danger in their home country. The text explains that they fled Vietnam because their country was “war-torn” and there was “political persecution looming.” This shows they came to Australia to find safety and a better future
Why did the family leave their home country?
They left because of war and safety concerns.
when Australia becomes more multicultural, will the country get more diverse or less diverse?
more diverse
what does freedom of religion mean?
you can belief or practice any religion or no religion at all.
what is a belief?
A belief is what an individual personally thinks or believes
Which country did they move to?
They moved to Australia.
what is Secular democracy?
A system of government where religion does not control laws or political decisions, and people are free to follow any faith or none.
which religion did Australia get many of its values and beliefs from in the past?
Christianity
where do beliefs come from?
Beliefs can come from religion, culture, family, or experiences
What challenges did the family face when they arrived?
They faced challenges like learning English, finding work, and adjusting to a new culture.
what is a Multifaith society?
A society where people from many different religions live together.
Explain how much Vietnamese migration has influenced the culture and society of Australia.
Vietnamese migration has strongly influenced Australian culture and society by adding new traditions, food, businesses and perspectives. The case study shows that Vietnamese migrants contributed through culture, work and community, helping create a more inclusive society.
What helped the family settle into life in Australia?
Support from the community, work opportunities, and making connections helped them settle.
what does a secular nation mean?
it means the church and state is separate in running the government
Explain two effects that Vietnamese migrants had on Australian culture. Use quotes in your response.
Vietnamese migrants helped change Australian culture in several ways.
First, they influenced Australian food culture. The text states that foods like “pho and banh mi became staples,” which shows that Vietnamese food became popular and part of everyday Australian life.
Second, they contributed to cultural diversity through celebrations and community life. The text explains that festivals such as “Tet brought vibrancy to the cultural landscape.” This shows how Vietnamese traditions added new cultural experiences and helped make Australia more diverse.