World geography
What is the capital city of the United Kingdom?
London
You use this to cut paper.
Scissors
What is the most famous Australian animal that jumps and has a pouch?
A kangaroo.
"Better late than...
...never"
A small rectangular object with magnetic tape inside, used to play music before CDs.
Cassette tape
Which continent is Egypt located in?
Africa
A person who takes care of sick people in a hospital.
Nurse
What is the name of the big red rock in central Australia that is sacred to Aboriginal people?
Uluru
"Don't put all your eggs...
...in one basket"
A portable music player from the 1990s that played compact discs and often skipped when you walked.
Discman
What is the longest river in the world?
The Nile
A place where you can see old objects, art, and history.
Museum
Name the three largest cities by population in Australia
1) Sydney 2) Melbourne 3) Brisbane
"The grass is always greener...
...on the other side"
A machine used to type letters before computers, with physical keys that struck ink onto paper.
Typewriter
Which European country has the most population?
Germany
When you have more than one option and you don't know which to choose.
Dilemma
This desert covers much of central Australia and is the largest desert in the country.
The Great Victoria Desert
"You can't judge a book...
...by its cover"
A handheld electronic device from the early 2000s used mainly to send short text messages, especially by doctors and business people.
Pager/beeper
What is the name of the imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?
The Equator
This word describes a strong feeling of wanting something you can’t have, often used for food or desires.
Craving
This Australian desert region covers much of the center of the country and is often called “the Red Centre.”
The Outback
"You can't have your cake...
...and eat it too"
A home video format from the late 20th century that used large magnetic tapes and required a VCR to watch movies.
VHS tape