Impact of the Australian Gold Rush

The video explores the history of gold discoveries in New South Wales, starting with early finds by explorers and the government's initial resistance due to fears of a convict uprising. The narrative shifts to Edward Hargraves, who sparked Australia's first gold rush in 1851, leading to significant social and economic changes. The rush attracted thousands, transforming towns and industries, and contributing to Australia's population growth and democratic development. Despite Hargraves' fame, later inquiries recognized John Lister and the Toms brothers as the true discoverers of payable gold.

What was the initial reaction of the New South Wales government to early gold discoveries?

• They immediately started mining operations.

• They ignored the discoveries.

• They feared a convict uprising.

• They celebrated the finds.

Why did the New South Wales government change its stance on gold discovery?

• They needed gold for military purposes.

• They received pressure from the British government.

• They wanted to prevent Australians from leaving for the Californian Gold Rush.

• They found a large gold deposit themselves.

Who did Edward Hargraves collaborate with to find gold near Bathurst?

• John Lister

• John Lhotsky

• James McBrien

• Pawel Strzelecki

What was the name of the tent town established by Hargraves?

• Sydney

• Ophir

• Victoria

• Bathurst

How did the gold rush affect the population of Australia?

• It doubled.

• It remained the same.

• It decreased significantly.

• It quadrupled.

What was one of the societal impacts of the gold rush in Australia?

• Introduction of democracy and modern infrastructure.

• Decrease in agricultural activities.

• Reduction in population.

• Decline in international trade.

What was the outcome of the 1890 inquiry regarding the discovery of gold?

• The inquiry was inconclusive.

• The report was published widely.

• Lister and the Toms were recognized as the first discoverers.

• Hargraves was declared the sole discoverer.

What happened to John Lister on the day he was supposed to give evidence?

• He was arrested.

• He received a reward.

• He dropped dead.

• He was knighted.

What did Hargraves do with the reward he received?

• He shared it with Lister and the Toms.

• He invested it in gold mining.

• He refused to share it.

• He donated it to charity.

What was the lasting legacy of Hargraves in the context of the gold rush?

• He was recognized as a minor player.

• He was known for his philanthropy.

• He was remembered as the main figure of the gold rush.

• He was forgotten in history.