Geography
What is the capital city of Australia?
What is the capital city of New Zealand?
Canberra, Wellington
Both Australia and New Zealand are part of a group of countries called the Commonwealth. Who is the symbolic head of this group?
The King (Charles III)
Who were the first people to live in Australia?
Who were the first people to live in New Zealand?
Aboriginal Australians, Māori
Which Australian animal is famous for hopping and has strong back legs?
Kangaroo
What famous building in Sydney is shaped like sails?
Sydney Opera House
North and South Island
Who becomes the Prime Minister of New Zealand?
The leader of the party with the most elected representatives.
New Zealand was named Nieuw Zeeland after a region in Europe. Where can we find this region?
The Netherlands
What bird is a national symbol of New Zealand and cannot fly?
Kiwi
What sport is especially popular in New Zealand and is associated with the haka?
rugby
Which ocean lies to the east of both Australia and New Zealand?
The Pacific Ocean
How many seats are reserved for the Maori (in the House of Representatives)?
7
What was the role of Australia during the 18th and 19th century?
Penal colony
What are the only land mammals that naturally reached New Zealand?
Bats
What are the main exports of New Zealand?
The main exports are lamb, butter, kiwifruit, and wine.
What is the name of the large desert region in central Australia?
The Outback
How long is the term for each elected representative (New Zealand)?
3 years
How many colonies did join together in 1901?
6
Why did many of New Zealand’s flightless birds become extinct after the Maori and European settlers arrived?
Because new animals were introduced to the islands, and the flightless birds had no defense against them.
What is the Maori name for New Zealand, and what does it mean?
Aotearoa, which means “The Land of the Long White Cloud.”
Which mountain in New Zealand is also known as Aoraki in Māori?
Mt. Cook
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Which European explorer first landed in New Zealand in 1642?
Abel Tasman
What is the world’s largest coral reef system, located in Australia?
The Great Barrier Reef
Which Aboriginal instrument, made of wood, produces a deep vibrating sound and is one of the oldest instruments in the world?
Didgeridoo