Can You Guess the 90's Australian Slang?


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https://www.abc.net.au/education/learn-english/australian-slang-from-the-past/10333880
https://medium.com/doctor-funny/aussie-slang-from-an-actual-aussie-part-1-ee507591faea
https://www.reddit.com/r/AskAnAustralian/comments/12c3rsi/what_are_your_favorite_australian_slang_words/
https://www.amazon.com/Macquarie-book-slang-Australian-90s/dp/094975787X

Do you remember the good ol' days down under? Put your Aussie slang knowledge to the test with this 90's Australian Slang Quiz!

Do you remember the good ol' days down under? Put your Aussie slang knowledge to the test with this 90's Australian Slang Quiz!

1. What does 'aggro' mean?

Happy
Relaxed
Aggravated
Joyful

2. What is a 'bludger'?

A hardworking person
A lazy or shirking person
A sports enthusiast
A musician

3. What does 'shout' refer to in Australian slang?

To speak loudly
To treat someone to a drink
To argue
To celebrate a birthday

4. If someone is described as a 'spunk', what does that mean?

They are funny
They are lazy
They are good-looking
They are rude

5. What is the meaning of 'rack off'?

Win a game
Dance
Go away
Join a club

6. In the 90s, what did 'dodgy' mean?

Excellent
Sketchy or seedy
Quick
Reliable

7. What does 'esky' refer to?

A hat
A cooler or portable icebox
A surfboard
A bicycle

8. What is an 'icy-pole'?

A type of icy road
An ice cream or popsicle
A fishing rod
A light pole

9. What does 'good onya' mean?

Good job or well done
Nice to meet you
Please hurry
Watch out

10. What is meant by 'heaps'?

A small amount
An affirmation for emphasis
A precise measurement
An unknown quantity