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In 19011901, the six separate self-governing colonies in Australia joined together through a process known as Federation. What was the primary result of this process?

  1. The colonies united to form a single nation called the Commonwealth of Australia.Answer
  2. B
    The colonies became six completely independent countries with no shared laws.
  3. C
    It marked the arrival of the First Fleet to establish a penal colony.

Answer

The colonies united to form a single nation called the Commonwealth of Australia.
On January 1, 19011901, the six separate British colonies in Australia officially united to form a single nation known as the Commonwealth of Australia. This event is what we call Federation.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the historical state of Australia before 19011901.
Australia consisted of six separate, self-governing British colonies.
This provides the starting context for why Federation was necessary.
2
Define the term 'Federation' as used in Australian history.
Federation is the process where these separate colonies agreed to unite under a single national government.
This explains the meaning of the event described in the question.
3
Identify the official name of the new nation formed.
The new nation was named the Commonwealth of Australia.
This confirms the outcome of the Federation process.

Key Concept

The Federation of 19011901 created the Commonwealth of Australia by uniting six separate colonies.

Hints

1
Think about whether 'Federation' means coming together or staying apart.
2
Before 19011901, Australia was six separate colonies. The name 'Commonwealth' is key to the new identity.

Practice More

Review the components of the Australian National Flag, as the Commonwealth Star represents this union.
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