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100

Australia used to be a colony of which nation?

Great Britain (U.K.)

100

What was something important among the Aborigines before the Europeans arrived?

Religion, Art, Nature, The Dreaming

100

For trade in Australia, the Pacific Ocean can be considered what?

A Natural Trade Barrier

100

Australia’s culture is very similar to which countries?

Westernized nations like the UK, Canada, the USA, Germany, and France

100

Australia’s beautiful beaches are one reason why Australia profits from what industry?

Tourism

200

James Cook is famous for what?

Claiming Australia for Great Britain

200

European weapons and diseases had what effect on native populations in Australia?

Wars became deadlier, and many natives died of diseases.

200

Australia’s economy is best described as what type?

Market

200

Who holds most of the power in Australia’s government?

The Prime Minister

200

What Australian natural feature is so large it can be seen from outer space?

The Great Barrier Reef

300

Australia's economy leans towards being what type?

Market Economy

300

The largest living organism in the world is what?

The Great Barrier Reef

300

Australia’s economy encourages people to do what?

Become Entrepreneurs

300

What event created prosperity for immigrants at the same time it took more land away from the Aborigines?

The Gold Rush

300

Which group in Australia has the lowest literacy rate?

Aboriginal tribe members living in Australia

400

What is one political trade barrier that could affect Australia?

Tariff, Quota, or Embargo

400

Sheila lives in a very populated city.  It is most likely she lives in what region of Australia?

Southeast Australia

400

Why is Australia’s economy considered a market economy?

Most businesses are privately owned, and the government regulates the economy less than it used to.

400

Australia’s parliamentary system is evidence of the nation’s influence from what country?

Great Britain (UK)

400

What is the traditional Aboriginal name for Ayers Rock?

Uluru

500

Native inhabitants of Australia are known as what?

Aborigines

500

The Aborigines of Australia face what economic problem?

Poverty

500

Why do people in Australia usually not live in desert regions?

There are harsh climate conditions and lack of access to trade.

500

Australia is not very fertile so Australians do not produce a lot of agriculture.  What does this mean they depend on to survive?

Imports

500

What are three ways we still see British influence on Australia?

The official language is English, most Australians are Christian, Australia has a Parliamentary Democracy