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Which of the following states is NOT one of the six states of Australia?
Which of the following states is NOT one of the six states of Australia?
What is the capital city of Australia?
What is the capital city of Australia?
Which Australian state is the largest in terms of area?
Which Australian state is the largest in terms of area?
Which of the following cities is NOT mentioned as an important city in Australia?
Which of the following cities is NOT mentioned as an important city in Australia?
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How many territories are there in Australia?
How many territories are there in Australia?
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What is the total area of Australia?
What is the total area of Australia?
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How long is Australia's coastline approximately?
How long is Australia's coastline approximately?
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Which of the following is NOT a political division of Australia?
Which of the following is NOT a political division of Australia?
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Who is the head of state for Australia?
Who is the head of state for Australia?
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Which of the following statements about Australian territories is true?
Which of the following statements about Australian territories is true?
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Which capital city corresponds to Queensland?
Which capital city corresponds to Queensland?
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Which of the following states has Adelaide as its capital?
Which of the following states has Adelaide as its capital?
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What are the national colors of Australia?
What are the national colors of Australia?
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What symbol on the Australian national flag indicates historical links to Britain?
What symbol on the Australian national flag indicates historical links to Britain?
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Which capital is located in the Northern Territory?
Which capital is located in the Northern Territory?
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Which of the following states does NOT have Sydney as its capital?
Which of the following states does NOT have Sydney as its capital?
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Which city is the capital of Tasmania?
Which city is the capital of Tasmania?
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What unique position does Australia hold geographically?
What unique position does Australia hold geographically?
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What is the highest region of Australia?
What is the highest region of Australia?
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Which region of Australia runs parallel to the east coast?
Which region of Australia runs parallel to the east coast?
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What is another name for the Eastern Highlands in Victoria?
What is another name for the Eastern Highlands in Victoria?
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What significant role do the Eastern Highlands play regarding river flow?
What significant role do the Eastern Highlands play regarding river flow?
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Which landmark is noted as a popular tourist destination in the Blue Mountains?
Which landmark is noted as a popular tourist destination in the Blue Mountains?
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The Central Lowlands are characterized as which type of region?
The Central Lowlands are characterized as which type of region?
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Which direction do most rivers in the Eastern Highlands flow?
Which direction do most rivers in the Eastern Highlands flow?
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What geographic feature is Australia known for in comparison to other continents?
What geographic feature is Australia known for in comparison to other continents?
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Which sea lies to the north of Australia?
Which sea lies to the north of Australia?
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What separates the mainland of Australia from Tasmania?
What separates the mainland of Australia from Tasmania?
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Which ocean is situated to the west of Australia?
Which ocean is situated to the west of Australia?
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In which direction is New Zealand located in relation to Australia?
In which direction is New Zealand located in relation to Australia?
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What is the name of the strait that lies between Australia and Papua New Guinea?
What is the name of the strait that lies between Australia and Papua New Guinea?
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Which area comprises the Australian continent along with its associated islands?
Which area comprises the Australian continent along with its associated islands?
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Which seas surround Australia from various directions?
Which seas surround Australia from various directions?
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Which island nation is not situated to the north of Australia?
Which island nation is not situated to the north of Australia?
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Study Notes
Location and Geography
- Australia is an island-continent located southeast of Asia.
- Surrounded by various seas: Timor Sea and Arafura Sea (north), Indian Ocean (west), Southern Ocean (south), and Great Australian Bight and Bass Strait (south).
- Bass Strait separates mainland Australia from Tasmania; New Zealand is located to the southeast.
- Northern neighbors include Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, with Torres Strait situated between Australia and Papua New Guinea.
Size and Coastline
- Total area of Australia is 7,682,300 square kilometers.
- Australia has a continuous coastline of approximately 30,000 kilometers, ranking as the eighth longest in the world.
Political Structure
- Officially known as the Commonwealth of Australia, part of the Commonwealth realms headed by King Charles III.
- Comprises six states and two territories, each with its own government.
- Territories have limited self-governance compared to states.
States and Territories
- Six states: New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, and Western Australia.
- Two territories: Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and Northern Territory.
- Canberra, located in ACT, is the national capital; other major cities include Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Perth.
- Western Australia is the largest state, comparable in size to Western Europe.
National Symbols
- National colors are green and gold.
- The Australian flag features the Union Jack to signify historical ties with Britain, including seven-pointed star representing the states and territories.
Physical Features
- Australia exhibits diverse landforms, being the flattest continent.
- Divided into four physical regions: Eastern Highlands, Central Lowlands, Western Plateau, and Coastal Plain.
Eastern Highlands
- Known as the Great Dividing Range, the highest region in Australia, consisting of hills, mountains, and plateaus.
- Runs parallel to the east coast from Cape York Peninsula to the southeastern coast near Bass Strait.
- The region features steep eastern slopes and gentler slopes towards Central Lowlands.
- Rivers flow eastward towards the Pacific Ocean and westward into the Central Lowlands.
- The Australian Alps (Victoria) and the Snowy Mountains (New South Wales) are notable features.
- The Three Sisters Rock in the Blue Mountains is a famous tourist attraction.
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Test your knowledge about the geography of Australia with this engaging quiz. Explore various aspects including landscapes, cities, and natural features that make Australia unique.
