Understanding Australia's White Policy History

What was the main aim of the White Australia Policy?

• To encourage people from all over the world to migrate to Australia

• To restrict non-European immigration to Australia

• To increase trade with Asian countries

• To promote Aboriginal culture

Which group was most affected by the White Australia Policy?

• European settlers

• Non-European immigrants

• British officials

• Australian farmers

What is the definition of discrimination?

• Treating everyone the same

• Treating people unfairly because of their race, gender, or other differences

• Helping people in need

• Sharing resources equally

Which Australian Prime Minister is known for beginning to dismantle the White Australia Policy?

• John Howard

• Harold Holt

• Julia Gillard

• Kevin Rudd

What was the purpose of the Aboriginal Protection Boards?

• To protect Aboriginal land rights

• To control many aspects of Aboriginal peoples' lives

• To promote Aboriginal languages

• To provide free education to all Australians

Which of the following best describes the reputation of the White Australia Policy internationally?

• It was praised for its fairness

• It was criticised for being racist and discriminatory

• It was ignored by other countries

• It was seen as a model for multiculturalism

Who are the Torres Strait Islanders?

• People from New Zealand living in Australia

• Indigenous people from the islands between Australia and Papua New Guinea

• European settlers in Tasmania

• Immigrants from Asia

What did the White Australia Policy restrict?

• The use of the English language

• The immigration of non-Europeans

• The export of Australian goods

• The voting rights of women

What is citizenship?

• The right to own land

• Being a legal member of a country with rights and responsibilities

• The ability to speak more than one language

• Having a job in government

Which policy was used to keep Australia’s population mainly of European descent?

• Multiculturalism Policy

• White Australia Policy

• Reconciliation Policy

• Environmental Policy