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Match the states of Australia with their correct descriptions:
Match the states of Australia with their correct descriptions:
New South Wales = Located in southeastern Australia Victoria = Located in southeastern Australia Queensland = Located in tropical north of Australia Western Australia = Located in western Australia
Match the territories of Australia with their correct descriptions:
Match the territories of Australia with their correct descriptions:
Northern Territory = Located in tropical north of Australia Australian Capital Territory = Capital of Australia
Match the climate zones of Australia with their correct locations:
Match the climate zones of Australia with their correct locations:
Tropical = North of Australia Subtropical = South of Australia Temperate = Coastal areas of Australia Snow = Southern Australia and Tasmania
Match the languages spoken in Australia with their correct descriptions:
Match the languages spoken in Australia with their correct descriptions:
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Match the immigration sources of Australia with their correct descriptions:
Match the immigration sources of Australia with their correct descriptions:
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Match the population density of Australia with its correct description:
Match the population density of Australia with its correct description:
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Match the size of Australia with its correct comparison:
Match the size of Australia with its correct comparison:
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Match the capital of Australia with its correct location:
Match the capital of Australia with its correct location:
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Match the following Australian landmarks with their locations:
Match the following Australian landmarks with their locations:
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Match the following Australian seasons with their corresponding national sports:
Match the following Australian seasons with their corresponding national sports:
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Match the following Australian exports with their types:
Match the following Australian exports with their types:
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Match the following Australian government officials with their roles:
Match the following Australian government officials with their roles:
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Match the following Australian facts with their descriptions:
Match the following Australian facts with their descriptions:
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Match the following Australian landmarks with their characteristics:
Match the following Australian landmarks with their characteristics:
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Match the following Australian sports with their descriptions:
Match the following Australian sports with their descriptions:
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Match the following Australian facts with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Geography and Size
- Australia is the largest country in Oceania and the sixth largest country in the world.
- It is the smallest continental land mass, but also the world's largest island.
- The UK would fit into Australia approximately 32 times.
- Australia is almost 4000km from east to west and 3200km from north to south.
- A flight from one end to the other would take approximately 4.5 hours each way.
Population and Demographics
- Australia has a population of around 26 million people.
- The population density is one of the lowest in the world, with around 3 people per square meter.
- Most of the inhabitants are concentrated in or around the coastal areas of the main states/territories.
- Nearly a quarter of the country's inhabitants were born elsewhere, making it the eighth largest immigration population in the world.
- There are an estimated 400,000 Aboriginal Australians, who have their own set of languages and customs.
Government and Language
- Australia is a commonwealth of the UK, with Queen Elizabeth II as the Head of State.
- The Queen is represented by a Governor-General and a Prime Minister.
- Power is divided between the federal and state governments.
- The national language is English.
Landmarks and Culture
- The Sydney Opera House is a famous structure located on the banks of Sydney Harbour.
- The Sydney Harbour Bridge is the tallest steel arch bridge in the world.
- Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is a massive sandstone formation situated in the Northern Territory.
- Cricket is the national sport during summer, and football (Australian Football) is the national sport during winter.
- Water sports are popular in Australia due to its fantastic coastline.
Economy
- Australia is a highly developed country with a strong economy, ranking 13th in the world.
- The country is an important exporter of agricultural goods, such as wool, wheat, beef, fruit, and wine.
- Australia imports major items, including petroleum and crude oils, cars, phones, computers, and medicines.
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This quiz covers the geographical features and demographics of Australia, including its size, population, and other interesting facts.
