New Zealand's Relationship with Australia

The video explores why New Zealand did not become part of Australia, despite expectations. It highlights the historical context, including the colonial setup and the push for federalization. Key reasons for New Zealand's decision include geographical distance, cultural differences, and concerns over indigenous rights, particularly the Treaty of Waitangi. The video concludes with the note that New Zealand can still join Australia, as per a clause in the Australian constitution.

What was the initial expectation regarding New Zealand's political future in relation to Australia?

• It would become part of the United States.

• It would remain a British colony.

• It would become part of Canada.

• It would join the Commonwealth of Australia.

What was the status of Australia in the mid-19th century?

• A part of New Zealand.

• An independent nation.

• Six separate colonies.

• A single unified colony.

Why was New Zealand less concerned about being left out of the Australian Federation?

• It was geographically closer to Australia.

• It had a larger population than Australia.

• It was already part of the United States.

• It had stronger trade ties with Britain.

What was the distance between New Zealand and Australia compared to?

• The distance between Britain and Morocco.

• The distance between Canada and Mexico.

• The distance between the United States and Japan.

• The distance between India and China.

What was a concern regarding the drafting of the Australian Federation documents?

• They were lost in a fire.

• They were never completed.

• New Zealand and Fiji had little input.

• They were written in French.

What was a major cultural concern for New Zealand regarding joining Australia?

• Loss of British support.

• Impact on the Maori and the Treaty of Waitangi.

• Loss of natural resources.

• Increased taxes.

What did New Zealand demand regarding the treatment of indigenous people?

• That they be relocated to Australia.

• That the Australian constitution not apply to them.

• That they be ruled over by whites.

• That they be given voting rights.

What was a significant reason for New Zealand's decision not to join Australia in 1901?

• Lack of natural resources.

• Desire to join the United States.

• Proximity to Canada.

• Fear of increased immigration from Asia.

What clause exists in the Australian constitution regarding New Zealand?

• A clause that requires New Zealand to trade only with Australia.

• A clause that mandates New Zealand's independence.

• A clause that prohibits New Zealand from joining.

• A clause that allows New Zealand to join Australia anytime.

What was a concern for New Zealand leaders about workers in Australia?

• They would move to New Zealand.

• They would form unions.

• They would demand higher wages.

• They would refuse to work.