Year 9 History Federation Essay

Federation was the greatest political

achievement in Australian history. John
Hirst
Why was the federation of Australia a
difficult process? Discuss the successes
and failures of the final democratic system.
Words = 800 1000
Format = Introduction
2 or 3 body paragraphs
Conclusion
Bibliography
190+40+200+50=
Research =

reasons for federation

reasons against federation
important figures in the debate (including
women)
the Tenterfield oration
the system of government we chose
British and American government models
the White Australia policy
those who were marginalised in the process