Australia votes in historic referendum

1. What did people vote for in Australia in October? Describe what the referendum was about.
2. What does Phil Mercer say about the voting process?
3. What do supporters say about the referendum?
4. And what do critics say about the referendum?

Did Australia say ‘Yes’ or ‘No’? Read this article (source: the Guardian) to learn more about the results of the referendum and the public’s reaction to it.

Questions about the text:

1. What was the result of the referendum?
2. What does the international press say about the result? Write a summary. Indicate the main point of each newspaper. Use your own words.

1. What do you think about the referendum held in Australia?
2. How do you think it would feel to be part of a group that gets a separate representation in government?
3. What effects could the proposal of this referendum have in today’s world?

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