What unique occurrence in Australian history did Fraser play a part in?
The dismissal of Gough Whitlam as prime minister
The dismissal of Prime Minister Billy Snedden
The resignation of Prime Minister Tony Abbott
The election of Prime Minister John Howard
Answer
Fraser was the Liberal leader of the opposition in 1975 when Gough Whitlam was the prime minister. Whitlam's government was facing a financial crisis and he was unpopular with the public. Fraser and the opposition decided to challenge Whitlam's government in the Australian parliament. The governor-general, Sir John Kerr, agreed with Fraser and dismissed Whitlam. Fraser then became prime minister.
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