History and Symbols Flashcards
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In what year did the Australian colonies federate to form the Commonwealth of Australia?
Answer: 1901
The six Australian colonies federated to form the Commonwealth of Australia on 1 January 1901.
What are the colours of the Australian national flag?
Answer: Red, white and blue
The Australian national flag is blue with the Union Jack, the white Commonwealth Star and the white stars of the Southern Cross — red, white and blue.
Which constellation appears on the Australian national flag?
Answer: The Southern Cross
The Southern Cross appears on the Australian national flag. It is a constellation that can be seen in the southern night sky.
What are Australia's national colours?
Answer: Green and gold
Green and gold are Australia's national colours. They are inspired by the golden wattle, Australia's national flower.
Which two animals appear on the Australian Coat of Arms?
Answer: The kangaroo and the emu
The kangaroo and the emu appear on the Australian Coat of Arms. They are often said to symbolise a nation moving forward, as neither easily moves backward.
What is the name of Australia's national flower?
Answer: The golden wattle
The golden wattle is Australia's national floral emblem, and its colours inspired Australia's national green and gold.
What is the title of Australia's national anthem?
Answer: Advance Australia Fair
'Advance Australia Fair' is Australia's national anthem. It is sung at official events and ceremonies, including citizenship ceremonies.
The First Fleet arrived in Australia in 1788. Where did it land?
Answer: Sydney Cove (Botany Bay area)
The First Fleet of British ships arrived in 1788 and established a settlement at Sydney Cove, near Botany Bay, marking the start of British settlement.