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    What is the name of the day that is celebrated on the day the first fleet landed?

    • Groundhog day
    • Labour day
    • Australia day
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What do you know about the first fleet and British colonization? This quiz may be helpful to you. You should see how long the Aboriginal people are thought to have been in Australia before the British settlement and the names of the 3 Dutch explorers to visit Australia before the British. Explore this quiz and discover facts about Australia.

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  • 2. 

    What was the name of Captain James Cook's ship?

    • Black Pearl

    • HMS apollo

    • Endeavour

    Correct Answer
    A. Endeavour
    Explanation
    Captain James Cook's ship was named Endeavour.

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  • 3. 

    What was the name given to the Aboriginal people that lived in the area known as Sydney?

    • Sydney people

    • Green people

    • Eora people

    Correct Answer
    A. Eora people
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Eora people. The Eora people were the Aboriginal inhabitants of the area now known as Sydney. They were the traditional custodians of the land and had a rich culture and history in the region. The term "Eora" means "here" or "from this place" in the local Aboriginal language. The Eora people had a complex social structure and had a deep connection to the land, which is reflected in their spiritual beliefs and practices.

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  • 4. 

    What town in England did the first fleet leave from?

    • Greenland

    • Portsmouth

    • Sandy Hollow

    Correct Answer
    A. Portsmouth
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Portsmouth. Portsmouth is a town in England from where the first fleet departed. It was the chosen port for the departure of the fleet due to its strategic location and its historical significance as a major naval base. The fleet, consisting of eleven ships, left Portsmouth in 1787 and embarked on a long and arduous journey to establish the first European settlement in Australia.

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  • 5. 

    How many ships were in the first fleet?

    • 13

    • 22

    • 11

    Correct Answer
    A. 11
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 11. The first fleet refers to the fleet of ships that sailed from Britain to Australia in 1787. It consisted of a total of 11 ships, which carried convicts, marines, and supplies to establish the first European settlement in Australia.

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  • 6. 

    In what year did captain James Cook discover Australia?

    • 1745

    • 2010

    • 1770

    Correct Answer
    A. 1770
    Explanation
    In 1770, Captain James Cook discovered Australia. This is historically accurate as Cook's expedition aboard the HMS Endeavour reached the east coast of Australia in April of that year. Cook's exploration and mapping of the Australian coastline played a significant role in the eventual colonization and settlement of the continent by the British.

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  • 7. 

    How were the Aboriginal people described by the British?

    • Friendly

    • Mean

    • Hostile

    Correct Answer
    A. Hostile
    Explanation
    During the British colonization, the Aboriginal people were often described as hostile. This can be attributed to the conflicts and tensions that arose between the British settlers and the indigenous population. The British viewed the Aboriginal people as a threat to their colonization efforts and often depicted them as aggressive and unfriendly. This perception was further fueled by instances of resistance and clashes between the two groups. However, it is important to note that this description is a biased perspective from the British colonizers and does not accurately represent the Aboriginal people as a whole.

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  • 8. 

    What happened in Britain for the British to look for other places to set up colonies?

    • The gaols were over flowing

    • Food prices were rising

    • The wanted to control more countries

    Correct Answer
    A. The gaols were over flowing
    Explanation
    In Britain, the gaols were over flowing, which means that the prisons were overcrowded. This situation created a need for the British to find other places to set up colonies. By establishing colonies, the British could alleviate the overcrowding in their prisons by sending prisoners to these new territories. Therefore, the overcrowding of gaols in Britain led to the search for alternative locations for colonization.

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  • 9. 

    Where was Captain Cook killed?

    • Japan

    • Australia

    • Hawaii

    Correct Answer
    A. Hawaii
    Explanation
    Captain Cook was killed in Hawaii. He arrived in Hawaii in 1778 during his third voyage and initially had a friendly relationship with the native Hawaiians. However, tensions rose when he returned to the islands in 1779. A theft of one of his small boats led to a violent confrontation with the Hawaiians, resulting in Cook's death on February 14, 1779. His death marked the end of his explorations and had a significant impact on the relationship between Europeans and the native Hawaiians.

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  • 10. 

    What was the name of the captain that led the first fleet to Australia?

    • Captain James Cook

    • Captain Arthur Phillip

    • Captain John Hunter

    Correct Answer
    A. Captain Arthur Phillip
    Explanation
    Captain Arthur Phillip was the captain that led the first fleet to Australia. He was appointed as the commander of the expedition and was responsible for establishing the first British settlement in Australia. Under his leadership, the fleet arrived at Botany Bay in 1788 and later moved to Sydney Cove, where the settlement of Sydney was established. Phillip played a crucial role in the early years of the colony, implementing policies and strategies to ensure its survival and growth.

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  • 11. 

    How long were the Aboriginal people thought to have been in Australia before the British settlement?

    • 20 to 30 years

    • 50, 000 to 100,000 years

    • 25,000 to 50,000 years

    Correct Answer
    A. 50, 000 to 100,000 years
    Explanation
    The Aboriginal people were thought to have been in Australia for an extensive period of time before the British settlement, estimated to be between 50,000 to 100,000 years. This suggests that their presence in the continent predates any other known civilization and highlights their deep-rooted connection to the land.

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  • 12. 

    Which coast of Australia did captain James Cook map?

    • South

    • East

    • North

    Correct Answer
    A. East
    Explanation
    Captain James Cook mapped the East coast of Australia. This is evident from his famous voyage in 1770, where he explored and mapped the entire eastern coastline of Australia, from Queensland down to New South Wales. Cook's detailed maps and charts of this region played a significant role in the subsequent colonization and development of Australia.

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  • 13. 

    What date did the first fleet land in Australia?

    • 24th of january 1784

    • 11th of February 1788

    • 26th of January 1788

    Correct Answer
    A. 26th of January 1788
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 26th of January 1788. This is the date when the first fleet, consisting of 11 ships, arrived in Australia. Led by Captain Arthur Phillip, the fleet landed at Sydney Cove, which is now known as Sydney, establishing the first European settlement in Australia. This date is now celebrated as Australia Day, commemorating the arrival of the first fleet and the beginning of British colonization in Australia.

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  • 14. 

    How many people were on board the first fleet?

    • 1400

    • 300

    • 1000

    Correct Answer
    A. 1400
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1400. The first fleet refers to the group of ships that arrived in Australia from Britain in 1788. It consisted of 11 ships carrying convicts, marines, and their families. The fleet carried approximately 1400 people, including around 700 convicts, as well as officers, seamen, and other personnel.

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  • 15. 

    What are the names of the 3 Dutch explorers to visit Australia before the British?

    • Williem Janszoon, William Dampier and Abel Tasman

    • James Cook, Lord Sydney and Arthur Campbell

    • Mark Bench, Geoff Parker and Michael Collins

    Correct Answer
    A. Williem Janszoon, William Dampier and Abel Tasman
    Explanation
    Williem Janszoon, William Dampier, and Abel Tasman are the correct names of the three Dutch explorers who visited Australia before the British. These explorers played a significant role in the early exploration and mapping of the Australian continent. Williem Janszoon was the first recorded European to set foot on Australian soil in 1606. William Dampier explored parts of the western coast in the late 17th century, while Abel Tasman made several voyages in the early 17th century, mapping parts of Australia's coastline and discovering Tasmania.

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  • 16. 

    How many stops did the first fleet make on their voyage?

    • 6

    • 3

    • 2

    Correct Answer
    A. 3
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 3. This suggests that the first fleet made three stops during their voyage.

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  • 17. 

    What was captain James Cook sent to do when he discovered Australia?

    • To take supplies to Africa

    • To track the path of Venus across the sun

    • To collect prisoners from America

    Correct Answer
    A. To track the path of Venus across the sun
    Explanation
    Captain James Cook was not sent to discover Australia, but rather to track the path of Venus across the sun. This was part of a scientific expedition organized by the Royal Society to observe and record the rare astronomical event. Cook's voyage to the South Pacific allowed him to accurately measure the transit of Venus, which contributed to the understanding of the size of the solar system. While Cook did explore and map parts of Australia during his voyages, his primary objective was the observation of the Venus transit.

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  • 18. 

    Who chose Arthur Phillip to lead the first fleet?

    • Lord Sydney

    • King George III

    • The Queen

    Correct Answer
    A. Lord Sydney
    Explanation
    Lord Sydney chose Arthur Phillip to lead the first fleet.

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  • 19. 

    Who suggested Australia as another place for a colony?

    • Athur Phillip

    • James Cook

    • Joseph Banks

    Correct Answer
    A. Joseph Banks
    Explanation
    Joseph Banks, a prominent British botanist and naturalist, suggested Australia as a potential site for a British colony. His interest in Australia arose after participating in James Cook's first voyage, which included the exploration of the eastern coast of Australia. Banks's extensive research and observations of the flora, fauna, and resources in Australia led him to advocate for the establishment of a British colony there. He played a significant role in promoting the idea to the British government, which ultimately led to the First Fleet's voyage and the establishment of the penal colony in New South Wales, with Arthur Phillip as its first governor. Thus, Joseph Banks was instrumental in suggesting Australia as a site for colonization.

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  • 20. 

    What is the name of the place where the first fleet landed?

    • Botany Bay

    • Aberdeen

    • Port Jackson

    Correct Answer
    A. Port Jackson
    Explanation
    Port Jackson is the correct answer because it is the actual name of the place where the first fleet landed. Botany Bay is a nearby bay where the fleet initially arrived, but due to unsuitable conditions, they moved on to Port Jackson. Aberdeen is not relevant to the question and is therefore incorrect.

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