Australian Identity
Australian Identity
Australian Identity
What does it mean to be a member of Australian society in the 21st century? How do young people feel about their country, their community, modern values? Over the following weeks you will be provided with a selection of stimulus material related to the notion of Australian identity to supplement your set text True Blue. As you read and discuss the issues raised by the material, think about how you might create and present your own views on this theme.
Consider and discuss the following questions, recording your personal responses.
4. Do you think Australians have been influenced by the Australian Landscape? In what ways?
6. Have you ever felt embarrassed to be Australian? If so, describe the incident that made you feel this way.
9. What are our responsibilities as members of Australian society in the twenty-first century?
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What is patriotism? What are the positives and negative effects of patriotism?
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13. What sorts of people are marginalised, or live on the edges of Australian society? What are the causes and effects of this situation?