Australia's Immigration Policies and Diversity

The video explores Australia's journey from a racially exclusive society to a multicultural nation. It discusses the White Australia Policy, its enforcement, and eventual abolition. The impact of the gold rush, post-WWII immigration changes, and the gradual dismantling of racial policies are highlighted. The video concludes with Australia's current diverse society and the challenges it faces.

What is a significant characteristic of modern Australian cities like Sydney and Melbourne?

• They have a declining population.

• They are multicultural hubs.

• They have a homogeneous population.

• They are predominantly rural.

What was the primary goal of the White Australia Policy?

• To promote multiculturalism.

• To exclude non-Europeans from immigrating to Australia.

• To support the gold rush.

• To encourage Chinese immigration.

How did the colony of Victoria respond to the influx of Chinese immigrants during the gold rush?

• By providing them with free land.

• By encouraging more immigration.

• By imposing a tax and limiting their numbers.

• By welcoming them with open arms.

What was the purpose of the dictation test under the Immigration Restriction Act?

• To assess the educational level of immigrants.

• To promote European languages in Australia.

• To exclude non-Europeans by using a language test.

• To ensure immigrants could speak English.

What was the 'ten pound poms' scheme?

• A program to deport British citizens.

• An initiative to attract British immigrants with affordable travel.

• A tax imposed on British immigrants.

• A cultural exchange program with Britain.

What significant change occurred in Australian immigration policy in 1947?

• Only Europeans could immigrate to Australia.

• Non-Europeans were allowed to settle permanently.

• The White Australia Policy was reinstated.

• Immigration from Asia was completely banned.

When did the use of racial criteria for official purposes become illegal in Australia?

• 2000

• 1975

• 1901

• 1947

What is a lingering sentiment among some Australians regarding the White Australia Policy?

• That it was never effective.

• That some aspects might still be beneficial.

• That it should be forgotten entirely.

• That it should be completely reinstated.

How did Australia's relationship with Asian countries influence its immigration policies?

• It encouraged more open immigration policies.

• It had no impact on immigration policies.

• It resulted in a complete ban on Asian immigrants.

• It led to stricter immigration controls.

What is the current status of Australia in terms of diversity?

• It is one of the most diverse countries in the world.

• It has a homogeneous population.

• It is less diverse than in the past.

• It has no significant diversity.