VCE Australian History Past Exam Questions
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a. Using Source 1, describe the attitude expressed by Gellibrand towards the ability of Aboriginal people to adapt to the land use practices of the Europeans. 4 marks Instructions
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b. Using Source 2 and Source 3, and your own knowledge, explain how British settlers’ views of land use differed from those of Aboriginal people in the Port Phillip District/Victor
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c. Analyse the varying outcomes for Aboriginal people resulting from the transformation of the land in the Port Phillip District/Victoria up to 1860. Use evidence to support your r
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Question 2 (20 marks) ‘The combination of tariffs, defence and the restriction of non-European immigration provided the main stimulus for Federation.’ To what extent do you agree?
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Question 3 (20 marks) ‘There was scarcely an aspect of Australian life that was not changed by World War I in the period 1914–1920.’ To what extent do you agree? Instructions for S
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a. Outline the causes of the Great Depression suggested in Source 4 and Source 5. 4 marks Instructions for Section C This section is based on ‘Crises that tested the nation 1929–19
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b. Using Source 6 and your own knowledge, explain the dilemma faced by governments in managing the crisis of the Great Depression. 6 marks 2019 AUSHIST EXAM 12
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c. Evaluate the extent to which Australian people successfully coped with the crisis of the Great Depression. Use evidence to support your response. 10 marks 2019 AUSHIST EXAM TURN
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a. Using Source 7, explain how some Australians responded to residents of non-British origin during the early years of World War II. 4 marks 15 2019 AUSHIST EXAM TURN OVER
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b. Using Source 8 and Source 9, and your own knowledge, explain the attempts made by women and by Aboriginal people to contribute to the war effort. 6 marks 2019 AUSHIST EXAM 16
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c. Evaluate the extent to which the Australian Government and people successfully managed the crisis of World War II as the threat to Australia increased. Use evidence to support y
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Question 6 (10 marks) Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War To what extent was Australia’s withdrawal from the Vietnam War influenced by Australian protest groups? Use evidenc
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