Culture of Australia

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/culture-of-australia

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. How big is Culture of Australia?7,692,024 square kilometers, making it the world's sixth-largest country by total area
2. What is the capital of Culture of Australia?Canberra, established as a compromise between rivals Sydney and Melbourne
3. What is Australian culture made of?Australian culture is a mix of ancient Indigenous traditions, British colonial history, and the cultures of people who have moved there from many different countries.
4. Why is the Great Barrier Reef special to Australians?The Great Barrier Reef is a natural wonder that also has a special place in Australian stories and art, showing how people love and protect the land and sea.

Indigenous Australians: The original inhabitants of the continent, encompassing Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders, with distinct cultural practices and deep spiritual connections to the land.
Convict Heritage: The legacy of Australia's origins as a British penal colony, influencing national identity, arts, and a sense of resilience.
Mateship: A core Australian cultural value emphasizing loyalty, friendship, and egalitarianism, often demonstrated in social interactions and shared experiences.
Multiculturalism: A policy and societal reality that embraces and celebrates the diverse ethnic, linguistic, and cultural backgrounds of its population, particularly post-WWII.