📚 Part 1: Understanding Historical Examples

1. The White Australia Policy was designed to:

Welcome all immigrants to Australia

Restrict non-European immigration to Australia

Protect Australian wildlife

Improve trade relationships with Asia

2. Which groups have experienced racism in Australian history? (Select all that apply)

First Nations peoples

Chinese gold miners

Pacific Islander workers

European settlers

Lebanese and Middle Eastern communities

3. The Stolen Generations refers to:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children forcibly removed from their families

European children who came to Australia as orphans

Chinese families separated during the gold rush

Prisoners transported from Britain

4. Fill in the blanks: The _______ referendum in _______ gave Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples the right to be counted in the census and allowed the federal government to make laws for them.

Year: _________ Percentage of 'Yes' votes: _________

✏️ Part 2: Critical Thinking and Reflection

5. Explain how racism can affect a person's sense of identity and belonging in Australia:

6. Choose ONE historical example of racism in Australia and describe its impact on the affected community:

Example chosen: _________________________________

7. How do you think Australia's identity as a nation has been shaped by experiences of racism? Give specific examples:

8. What are TWO ways that Australians have worked to combat racism and promote equality?

1. _________________________________________________

2. _________________________________________________

🎯 Part 3: Contemporary Connections

9. Think about modern Australia. How might experiences of racism still affect people's identity today?

10. Extension Activity: Research a contemporary anti-racism campaign or organisation in Australia. Write their name and describe their work:

Organisation/Campaign: _________________________________

11. Personal Reflection: How can young Australians like yourself help create a more inclusive and fair society?

Racism and Australian Identity

Racism and Australian Identity

📚 Part 1: Understanding Historical Examples

✏️ Part 2: Critical Thinking and Reflection

🎯 Part 3: Contemporary Connections

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