Australia General
How many states are there in Australia?
6 states (Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, New South Wales, Western Australia and South Australia). ACT and NT are territories, not states.
What is another name for Australia?
Down Under
In which Australian city would you find the Opera House?
Sydney
What is a baby kangaroo called?
A joey
Australia has a wild population of camels: True or false?
True, Camels were introduced to Australia in the 19th century for transportation and construction. They can be found in parts of WA, SA and NT.
What does it mean to “have a crack”?
Try to attempt something or to have a go.
When is Australia Day?
26th January
What is the capital of Australia?
Canberra
Which Australian singer sang “The Loco-Motion”?
Kylie Minogue
True or False. Koalas are bears.
False. They are marsupials.
In which direction does the sun set in Australia?
West
What time of the day is it at “sparrow’s fart”?
Very early in the morning
How many time zones are there in Australia?
Three
Australia has the longest fence in the world, What is it a fence for
Dingos 5,000 feet long
Which Australian band sang “Stayin’ Alive”?
The Bee Gees
There are 2 native-Australian mammals that lay eggs. Which are they?
Platypus and Echidnas
When an Aussie tried selling New Zealand on eBay, what was the starting price?
1 cent.
What does it mean to be ‘knackered’?
Tired
What was the name of the architect of the Sydney Opera House?
Jørn Utzon. He was Danish
Which of these is NOT a section of the Great Barrier Reef? - Cockatoo Reef -Hastings Reef -Opal Reef OR -Stingray Reef
Which Australian instrument is known as the world’s oldest musical instrument?
Didgeridoo
Which Australian animal is known as the largest carnivorous marsupial in the world?
The Tasmanian Devil
If I was in Australia eating a lamington, what would I be eating?
A cake
What does “hard yakka” refer to?
It is 'hard work'
What is the constellation on Australia’s flag?
The Southern Cross
What is the largest desert in Australia?
The Great Victorian Desert (348,750 square km)
What is the highest grossing Australian movie?
Crocodile Dundee.
What is the biggest species of shark in Australia?
Great White shark
Why is the emu and the kangaroo depicted on Australia's Commonwealth Coat of Arms?
Because the emu and the kangaroo can't walk backwards, they are thought to represent a nation moving forward.
What does “she’ll be apples” mean?
It will be alright
In which country did the Battle of Gallipoli happen?
Turkey
What is the highest mountain in Australia?
Mount Kosciuszko
What was the first public performance in the Sydney Opera House?
War and Peace by Sergei Prokofiev
The world's deadliest jellyfish is found in the waters of Australia. What is it called?
Box Jellyfish.
What is the town, Coober Pedy, famous for?
Cooper Pedy is known for its beautiful opals. Another fun fact: They also live underground to escape the heat!
What is a “sanger”?
A sandwich