Year 7/8
What is the main climate type found in the Australian Outback?
Desert
What year did World War I begin?
1914
What year did World War II begin?
1939
What is the longest river in Australia?
Murray River
What was one of the major changes that occurred during the Industrial Revolution?
Machines began to replace hand tools in factories
What event marked the beginning of World War II?
The invasion of Poland by Germany
What was the purpose of the pyramids in Ancient Egypt?
To act as burial tombs for pharaohs and important figures
Which significant battle in World War I saw Australian soldiers fight alongside British forces and is remembered as a key moment in Australian history?
The Battle of Gallipoli
What was one result of the 1967 Referendum in Australia?
Indigenous Australians were counted in the national census
Who were the Vikings?
Warriors and explorers from Scandinavia
What can help improve food security?
Improving food distribution systems and reducing food waste
What was the Stolen Generations policy in Australia?
The systematic removal of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from their families
What was the role of the Samurai in Japan under the Shoguns?
To serve as warriors and protect the Shogun's land
What is a biome?
A large, distinct biological community of plants and animals in a specific region
What was the purpose of the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games in the context of post-war Australia?
To boost national morale and showcase Australia on the world stage