6th grade Social studies Pacific Realm - Australia

What is the largest city in Australia?

• Sydney

• Brisbane

• Perth

• Melbourne

Which famous rock formation in Australia is also known as Uluru?

• Ayers Rock

• Grand Canyon

• Stonehenge

• Rocky Mountain

What is the capital city of Australia?

• Canberra

• Sydney

• Perth

• Melbourne

Which animal is native to Australia and can only be found on the continent?

• Platypus

• Emu

• Koala

• Kangaroo

What is the Great Barrier Reef and where is it located?

• The Great Barrier Reef is located in the Caribbean Sea, off the coast of Florida, USA.

• The Great Barrier Reef is located in the Coral Sea, off the coast of Queensland, Australia.

• The Great Barrier Reef is located in the Indian Ocean, off the coast of Sri Lanka.

• The Great Barrier Reef is located in the Mediterranean Sea, off the coast of Italy.

What is the national sport of Australia?

• Soccer

• Rugby

• Australian Rules Football

• Cricket

Which famous opera house is located in Sydney, Australia?

• Sydney Opera House

• London Opera House

• Vienna Opera House

• Paris Opera House

What is the currency used in Australia?

• Australian Dollar

• Yen

• Pound Sterling

• Euro

What is the nickname for Australia due to its location in the southern hemisphere?

• Sky High Country

• Land Down Under

• Earth Up Below

• Land Up Above

Which famous Australian landmark is a natural rock formation in the Northern Territory?

• Great Barrier Reef

• Sydney Opera House

• Bondi Beach

• Uluru