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Question 61 · Australia and Its People

What major event in the 1850s led to large population growth in Australia?

  1. A The gold rushes ✓ Correct
  2. B The First World War
  3. C Federation
  4. D The arrival of the First Fleet

✅ Correct answer: A — The gold rushes

💡 Explanation

The gold rushes of the 1850s attracted many migrants and greatly increased Australia's population.

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