How was the 1890s depression one of the reason for federation (Australia)?

Which law would a court most likely use intermediate scrutiny to examine? a.) a law that charges experienced pilots less for a pilot's license than new pilots. b.) a law that grants maternity leave to mothers but not paternity leave to fathers. c.) a law that bans asian and asian american students from speaking anything but english in school. d.) a law that deprives state employees of their right to trial by jury. apex answers only no !