This image is a special place for Aboriginal people, why?

It is a sacred site with spiritual value

In traditional Aboriginal tribes, the men's job was to....

Hunt food and provide for his tribe

Which of the following was NOT invented by Aboriginal people?

They were all invented by Aboriginal people

Who celebrates NAIDOC Day?

All Australians from all walks of life

Why is NAIDOC celebrated?

To celebrate the history, culture and achievements

In traditional Aboriginal tribes, the woman's job was to.....

Prepare food and nurture their children

The word 'totem' is special for Aboriginal people, what does it mean?

An animal which has spiritual significance for a tribe

What does the acronym 'NAIDOC' stand for?

National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee

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NAIDOC 2018

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A quiz dedicated to NAIDOC Day and the history of Aboriginal people

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1
Which state has the highest population of Aboriginal people?
Northern Territory
New South Wales
Queensland
Western Australia
2
Dubbo land is known as what land?
Barkinji
Banbai
Wiradjuri
Kamilaroi
3
As a result of colonisation, there are now how many practiced Aboriginal languages?
About 250
Fewer than 50
Around 150
Fewer than 125
4
This image is a special place for Aboriginal people, why?
Aboriginal people own it
It is a sacred site with spiritual value
Because of its beauty
It was hand crafted by Aboriginal people
5
How old is Aboriginal culture?
About 40 000 years
About 10 000 years
Less than 10 000 years
Over 60 000 years
6
Who was the first Aboriginal person to win a gold medal in the Olympics?
Cathy Freeman
Nova Peris-Kneebone
7
What does the Aboriginal flag symbolise?
People, sun and the Earth
Dark sky, stars and the Sunrise
Unity, respect and culture
8
In traditional Aboriginal tribes, the men's job was to....
Hunt food and provide for his tribe
Prepare and cook meals
Wash clothes by hand
Play musical instruments
9
Which of the following was NOT invented by Aboriginal people?
They were all invented by Aboriginal people
Woomera
Didgeridoo
Boomerang
10
Who celebrates NAIDOC Day?
All Australians from all walks of life
Only students in school to help them learn
Only Aboriginal people
People who live in Indigenous communities
11
Why is NAIDOC celebrated?
To participate in Aboriginal activities
To celebrate the history, culture and achievements
To further understand Aboriginal culture
To provide awareness for all non-Aboriginal people
12
In traditional Aboriginal tribes, the woman's job was to.....
Hunt food and provide for the tribe
Look after the men in the tribe
Play musical instruments
Prepare food and nurture their children
13
When was the first NAIDOC celebrations?
1945
1925
1935
1955
14
Before 1788, Aboriginal Australia had how many languages?
More than 250
About 500
About 50
About 125
15
The Aboriginal flag has three colours, what is the correct order from top to bottom?
Red, Black, Yellow
Black, Red, Yellow
Red, Yellow, Black
Black, Yellow, Red
16
The word 'totem' is special for Aboriginal people, what does it mean?
A different name for their culture
Represents the Aboriginal Ancestors
An animal which has spiritual significance for a tribe
A special language only Aboriginal people know
17
Lucky last, how does NAIDOC celebrations help society?
All of the above
Creates deeper understanding of Aboriginal culture for all
Celebrates the achievements and culture of Aboriginal people
Creates a sense of unity among all Australians
18
Each year the NAIDOC theme changes, what is the theme of 2018?
Because of her, we can
We all stand on sacred ground
Our languages matter
Learn, respect, celebrate
19
What does the acronym 'NAIDOC' stand for?
National Aboriginal and Indigenous Day Of Ceremonies
National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee
20
What does this image represent?
Indigenous Flag
Torres Strait Island Flag
NAIDOC Symbol
Reconciliation Symbol

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