Australia Quiz

What is unique about Australia's geographical status compared to other countries in the world?

• It is the smallest continent.

• It is the only country that is also a continent.

• It is located entirely in the northern hemisphere.

• It is surrounded by only one ocean.

Which of the following is the capital city of Australia?

• Sydney

• Melbourne

• Canberra

• Brisbane

What type of government does Australia have?

• Absolute monarchy

• Federal parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy

• Socialist republic

• Direct democracy

Which landmark is known as one of the most recognized in Australia?

• The Great Dividing Range

• The Great Barrier Reef

• Uluru (Ayers Rock)

• Sydney Opera House

What type of climate does the Outback in Australia have?

• Tropical

• Semi-arid

• Temperate

• Polar

What is the approximate population of Australia?

• 10 million

• 24.5 million

• 50 million

• 35 million

What percentage of Australians have European ancestry?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 90%

Which of the following holidays is celebrated in Australia on April 25th?

• Queen's Birthday

• Australia Day

• Anzac Day

• Easter

Which region is Australia part of?

• Arctic

• Oceania

• Europe

• South America

What is the main reason the British began sending convicts to Australia?

• To establish a new colony

• To use it as a prison colony

• To explore the land

• To trade with the indigenous people