Christmas in Australia
This is the typical weather during Christmas in Australia.
What is summer?
This was Steve Irwin’s nickname.
What is the Crocodile Hunter?
The Stolen Generation refers to Aboriginal children who were removed from their families during this century.
What is the 20th century?
This marsupial is famous for its pouch and hopping movement.
What is a kangaroo?
In Australia, Santa Claus is sometimes depicted wearing this instead of a traditional red suit.
What are board shorts?
Australians often have Christmas lunch or dinner outside, and this activity is popular at the beach.
What is a barbecue?
Steve Irwin was the owner and face of this Australian zoo.
What is Australia Zoo?
The Australian government issued a formal apology for the Stolen Generation in this year.
What is 2008?
This tree-dwelling Australian animal is known for eating eucalyptus leaves.
What is a koala?
This iconic Australian Christmas song tells the story of Santa using six white boomers instead of reindeer.
What is “Six White Boomers”?
This Australian animal appears in some Christmas songs, replacing reindeer.
What is a kangaroo?
Steve Irwin tragically passed away while filming an ocean documentary after being injured by this sea creature.
What is a stingray?
The policy of removing children was partly justified by this term, claiming it would make Aboriginal people more like Europeans.
What is assimilation?
This dangerous Australian marine animal has tentacles that can deliver a deadly sting.
What is a box jellyfish?
Australians often decorate their homes with this native plant instead of the traditional holly.
What is Christmas bush?
In Australia, this Christmas event is held in cities where people sing carols outdoors at night.
What is Carols by Candlelight?
Steve Irwin’s daughter continues his work in conservation. This is her name.
Who is Bindi Irwin?
This national day in Australia commemorates the suffering of the Stolen Generation and acknowledges past wrongs.
What is National Sorry Day?
This large flightless bird is native to Australia and is known for its powerful legs.
What is an emu?
On Christmas Day, Australians might enjoy this cold dish, which often includes shrimp or prawns.
What is a seafood platter?
Unlike Europe, Australians often celebrate Christmas with this type of dessert made with fruit and cream.
What is pavlova?
Steve Irwin founded this organization to help protect wildlife and their habitats.
What is Wildlife Warriors?
This famous Aboriginal leader and activist fought for the rights of the Stolen Generation and Indigenous Australians.
Who is Eddie Mabo?
This spiny, egg-laying mammal, also called a spiny anteater, is one of two monotremes in Australia.
What is an echidna?
Australians sometimes replace traditional Christmas trees with this native tree species.
What is a Norfolk Island pine?