Physical Map
Which ocean is closest to Australia?
The Indian Ocean
How many years ago did the first people come to Australia?
60,000 years ago
How much of Australia is Desert?
18%
What was Australia called before the Europeans settled in?
New Holland
Who rules Australia?
King Charles |||
How many seas are close to Australia?
3
What are Australia's original people known as?
Aborigines
What is 3 environmental issues Australia encounters?
-Climate change
-Pollution
-Ozone depletion
What year did the Europeans settle in Australia?
1788
Which democracy is Australia?
A representative democracy
Which seas are close by Australia?
The Timor Sea, Arafura Sea and Coral Sea
Where did Aborigines live and when did they move?
In small groups and moved when necessary.
What is Australia's climate like in the summer and winter?
hot and humid in the summer, warm and dry in the winter
Who stayed in Australia before the Europeans came?
Indigenous Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
What is the main form of Australia's government?
Constitutional monarchy
Which deserts are located in Australia?
Tanami desert, Great Sandy desert, Gibson desert, Great Victoria desert and Simpson desert.
Which parts of Australia depended on what?
Coastal people/people that lived along rivers= relied on fishing
Island people= relied on hunting
Aborigines=plant foods
What causes climate change in Australia?
Human activity rapidly increased the emission of greenhouse gases to the atmosphere
What caused the Europeans to move to Australia?
gold rushes and/or to escape from adverse conditions
How does Australia run their government?
Australians vote for members of parliament to make laws
What is the elevation of Australia?
1600 to 6500 feet
How did Aborigines pass down their culture and history?
Story telling
What is the results of climate change in Australia?
Major declines in the distribution and abundance of many species
What makes Australia's government unique?
Australia is the only english speaking country where voting is compulsory