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The First Fleet and Convicts

Learn about the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788 and life for early convicts.

17 min7 questions

What you'll be able to do

  • I can say when and why the First Fleet arrived
  • I can describe who came on the First Fleet
  • I can explain that First Nations Peoples were already living here

How this works

  1. 1Read the short explanations first — they teach you what you need before each question.
  2. 2Answer each question, then tap Check. A right answer moves you on automatically; if it's wrong, you'll see a friendly explanation of why.
  3. 3Finish all 3 steps to see your score — sign in and subscribe to unlock the full lesson and save it.

What's inside

7 questions and 1 quick teaching card, including:

  • 🔢Number answerWork out the answer and type the number.
  • 🔘Multiple choiceTap the answer you think is best, then check it.

👪Grown-up tip: sit alongside younger learners for the first few lessons. Read the questions together and chat about the explanations — that's where the real learning sticks.

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Curriculum: AC9HS4K01