Quizes
How did migration and geography influence the history and governments of Australia and New Zealand? (name one or more)
land clearing for agriculture, mining, and timber harvesting
What is the capital of Australia?
Canberra
Who created the first map of New Zealand?
Captain James Cook
What are sparsely inhabited areas in Australia?
Outback
What is the South Island's largest city?
Christchurch
What is the effect of water on life in Australia and New Zealand? (name one or more)
impacting human health, agriculture, industries, and the environment
What is the longest river in Australia?
The Murray River
What made New Zealand an official colony of Great Britain?
the Treaty of Waitangi
Who are the indigenous people of Australia?
Aborigine
Who are the indigenous people of New Zealand
Maori
How do the indigenous peoples in Australia and New Zealand differ?
their historical interactions with European colonizers
What is the nickname given to New Zealanders?
When was the Treaty of Waitangi signed?
1840
What is the major exports of Australia?
gold and uranium
What is the major exports of New Zealand
dairy products and lamb
How do physical systems and human systems shape a place? (name one or more)
Physical systems, land forms, climate, and natural resources
What is the most common animal in New Zealand?
Sheeps
The mix of English and Maori languages is called
Newzild
What is the name of Australia's largest cattle station?
Anna Creek Station
Where did the Maori people arrive from?
Polynesia
What environmental impact did European practices of land management have in Australia and New Zealand?(name one or more)
deforestation, habitat loss, introduction of invasive species, and changes in fire regimes.
Is Australasia a County or a Continent?
Both
What film was filmed in New Zealand?
the Lord of the Rings
What percentage of Australia is classified as a desert?
35%
When did captain James Cook come to the islands?
1969