Exploring Oceania's Geography and Culture

Which of the following is a major physical feature of Oceania?

• The Sahara Desert

• The Great Barrier Reef

• The Andes Mountains

• The Amazon River

What is the most widely spoken language in Australia?

• French

• English

• Mandarin

• Maori

Which climate region is most common in Antarctica?

• Tropical

• Desert

• Polar

• Mediterranean

Which natural resource is abundant in Australia and is a major export?

• Oil

• Gold

• Timber

• Diamonds

Which country in Oceania has the highest population?

• Fiji

• Papua New Guinea

• New Zealand

• Samoa

Which religion is most commonly practiced in New Zealand?

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Hinduism

• Islam

Which of the following is a current political border in Oceania?

• The border between Australia and New Zealand

• The border between Papua New Guinea and Indonesia

• The border between Fiji and Samoa

• The border between Antarctica and Australia

Which human characteristic is most associated with the indigenous people of Australia?

• Inuit culture

• Aboriginal culture

• Maori culture

• Polynesian culture

How does the location of Australia’s mineral resources affect its economy?

• It has no effect

• It encourages mining and export industries

• It limits agricultural production

• It increases rainfall

Why do most people in Australia live along the coast?

• The interior is too cold

• The coast has better access to resources and milder climate

• The coast is less populated

• The government requires it