Australia Geography
What is the capital of Australia?
Canberra
Name two famous marsupials found in Australia.
Kangaroos, koalas, wombats, or Tasmanian devils
How many branches of government does Australia have?
Three
What treat is often eaten at birthday parties in Australia?
Fairy Bread
What is the top layer of the rainforest called?
The emergent layer
How many states does Australia have?
6 states the capital territory of Canberra
What is the name of the Aboriginal hunting weapon that is thrown and returns to the thrower?
Boomerang
What is the minimum voting age in Australia?
18
Name the vegetable spread that many Australians love to eat on toast.
Vegemite
How do plants survive in the Australian dessert?
They have a waxy coating that holds water inside and they have deep, wide roots.
What is the smallest continent in the world?
Oceania
Grasslands in Australia are also known as the ___________.
Savanna
Which branch is made up of all of the courts of Australia?
The Judicial Branch
What is the most popular sport in Australia?
Cricket
What type of temperate forest tree helps get rid of mosquitos?
Eucalyptus (Gum Tree)
On which continent is Australia located?
Oceania
The desert in Australia is also known as The Australian ________________.
Outback
Who is Australia's Head of State?
Which holiday celebrates the diversity of Australia?
Harmony Day
Which Australian biome is the largest?
The Desert Biome
Southeastern hemisphere
What are the first people of Australia called?
Aborogines or Aboriginal People
Voters in Australia elect the members of Parliament. Then, the members of Parliament elect who?
The Prime Minister
Why are Australians the first people in the world to celebrate Christmas?
Because of the time zone they are in. Sunrise happens earliest there each day. So on Christmas, they are the first to start Christmas Day.
What are the two types of forests found in Australia?
Temperate and Tropical (Rainforest)