Bushrangers and the Bush · 1800s – 1880s
Ned Kelly: Hero or Villain?
A close look at the story of Ned Kelly: his life, his crimes, his famous last stand, and the debate about his legacy.
Key Questions
- 1Was Ned Kelly a hero, a villain, or both?
- 2What circumstances led Ned Kelly to become a bushranger?
- 3Why does Ned Kelly remain such an important figure in Australian culture?
ACARA Content Descriptions
AC9HASS5K01
Year: Year 5
Subject: HASS
Unit: Bushrangers and the Bush
Period: 1800s – 1880s
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