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House Week - Term 1 - 2025
House Week - Term 1 - 2025
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1
Who is Cowan House named after?
Edith Cowan
Cathy Freeman
Banjo Paterson
Steve Irwin
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Which of these statements is true about the cockatoo, Freeman’s animal totem?
It is the fastest bird in Australia
It can fly the longest distance of any bird
It represents wisdom and age
It symbolizes leadership
3
Edith Cowan was the first woman to do what in Australian history?
Compete in the Olympics
Win a Nobel Prize
Become a scientist
Enter Parliament
4
Why did Cathy Freeman carry both the Aboriginal and Australian flags at the Olympics?
As a symbol of reconciliation and Aboriginal pride
To celebrate her dual citizenship
She was the flag bearer for the Australian team
Because she won two gold medals
5
What inspired Fred Hollows to dedicate his life to fighting avoidable blindness?
His own family members had vision problems
He wanted to become Australia’s most famous doctor
He was born blind and later gained sight
He saw the high rates of preventable blindness in developing countries
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How does the emu, Cowan’s animal totem, reflect the house’s values?
It is known for its curiosity and intelligence
It is the only bird that can swim
It can fly the highest of any bird
It represents teamwork and having a strong voice
7
What theme is commonly found in Banjo Paterson’s poetry?
Environmental conservation
Space exploration
Australian outback life
Ancient mythology
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What do all houses have in common?
They are all linked to conservation efforts
They all represent famous athletes
They were all founded in the same year
They are named after Australians who made an impact
9
Who is the Mabo Mentor?
Ms Hughes
Mr Hoey
Mr Drew
Mrs Bateman
10
Which house is named after an Olympic gold medallist?
Cowan
Paterson
Blackburn
Freeman
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What is the meaning of "terra nullius," the legal doctrine overturned by Eddie Mabo’s case?
Land that belongs to no one
Land that is owned by the Indigenous people
Land that belongs to the government
Land that cannot be sold
12
What is the animal totem of Cowan House?
Koala
Emu
Kangaroo
Crocodile
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What makes the kangaroo, Goolagong’s animal totem, a fitting symbol for the house?
It is the fastest land animal
It is the strongest animal in Australia
It always moves forward and never backwards
It is known for its intelligence
14
What does Irwin House stand for?
Fairness and teamwork
Social justice and unity
Bravery and perseverance
Living with passion and purpose
15
Which house’s war cry includes "We cause a commotion"?
Hollows
Irwin
Cowan
Mabo
16
What award did Steve Irwin receive posthumously?
A Grammy Award
Nobel Peace Prize
A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Australian of the Year
17
What does the platypus, Paterson’s animal totem, symbolise?
Wisdom and intelligence
Adaptability and curiosity
Strength and speed
Leadership and teamwork
18
Who is the Goolagong Mentor?
Ms McCarthy
Ms Fry
Mrs Mee
Mr Dyall
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Who is the Irwin Mentor?
Mr Ashton
Ms Moore
Mr Dodd
Ms Martyn
20
What field of science is Dr Elizabeth Blackburn known for?
Marine biology
Astronomy
Genetics and molecular biology
Environmental science
21
What is a major achievement of Evonne Goolagong Cawley outside of tennis?
She became an Olympic sprinter
She wrote a famous novel
She became a famous scientist
She founded a program for Indigenous youth
22
Who is the Paterson Mentor?
Mrs Simmonds
Mrs Roberts
Mr Hoey
Mrs Robertson
23
What was the name of the court case that changed Australian land rights due to Eddie Mabo’s activism?
The Torres Strait Agreement
The Aboriginal Land Rights Act
The Native Title Case
The Mabo Decision
