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What is the capital of Australia?
Canberra
Which three animals are only found in Australia?
kangaroo, koala and emu
What are the indigenous people of Australia called?
Aborigines/ Aboriginal People
In which month starts the school year?
in Janurary/ February
When arrived the first Europeans in Australia?
in the 16th century
Where is the Opera House located?
Sydney
What is the name of the largest coral reef in the world?
Great Barrier Reef
What is Australia ´s nickname?
Down Under
The school year is devided in 4 parts. What are these called?
terms
When became Australia independent?
1901
What is the most popular beach in sydney?
Bondi Beach
How long is the Great Barrier Reef?
2,000 km long
How many inhabitants does Australia have?
26- 27 million inhabitants
How long is each term?
about 3 months
Who made Australia a British colony?
Captain Cook
Which island bears the title of ´´largest sand island in the world ´´?
Fraser Island
What is the name of the massive sandstone monolith in the heart of Australia?
Uluru
What is the name of Australia ´s national holiday, which is celebrated on January 26th?
Australia Day
After which grade ends High School?
after the 10th grade
What was the first capital of Australia?
Melbourne
What is the name of the famous and most beautiful panoramic road in Australia?
Great Ocean Road
What is the national animal of Australia?
the kangaroo
What is the most famous traditional Aboriginal musical instrument?
the didgeridoo
Who created the School of the Air?
Adelaide Miethke
Which is the oldest city in Australia?
Sydney