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Behind the News

Flag Debate

Questions

1. Before watching the BtN Flag Debate story, predict what the story is about.

2. Name the three symbols on the Australian flag?

3. What country does the Union Jack come from?

4. Why does Australia have the Union Jack on its flag?

5. What is the Southern Cross?

6. Why was an extra point added to the Federation Star symbol?

7. What sorts of places would you see the Australian flag flying?

8. Why do some people want to change the Australian flag?

9. Do you think the Australian flag should be changed? Explain your answer.

10. What colours and symbols do you think best represent Australia?
Mr Andrew Patton
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