Multiple choice

Who were sent to settle and colonize Australia for Britain?

  1. British Citizens

  2. Gold Diggers

  3. Convicts

  4. Unwanted Immigrants
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Britain established penal colonies in Australia starting in 1788 to relieve pressure on its overcrowded prisons. Over 160,000 convicts were transported to Australia over the course of 80 years, making them the primary group sent to settle and colonize the territory.

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