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Question 1 of 46

What is the capital of the Northern Territory?

Perth
New Castle
Darwin

Explanation:

"The capital of the Northern Territory is Darwin. It is the largest city in the territory and serves as the main administrative and commercial center."
Pittsburgh

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Question 2 of 46

What is the capital of the Australian Capital Territory?

Melbourne
Brisbane
Canberra

Explanation:

"Canberra is the capital of the Australian Capital Territory."
Hobart

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Question 3 of 46

What is the capital of Tasmania?

Melbourne
Brisbane
Canberra
Hobart

Explanation:

"Hobart is the capital of Tasmania."

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Question 4 of 46

What is the capital of South Australia?

Canberra
Adelaide

Explanation:

"Adelaide is the capital of South Australia."
Sydney
New Castle

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Question 5 of 46

What is the capital of Western Australia?

Brisbane
New Castle
Canberra
Perth

Explanation:

"Perth is the capital of Western Australia."

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Question 6 of 46

What is the capital of Queensland?

Brisbane

Explanation:

"Brisbane is the capital of Queensland."
Perth
New Castle
Sydney

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Question 7 of 46

What is the capital of Victoria?

Perth
Melbourne

Explanation:

"Melbourne is the capital of Victoria."
Canberra
New Castle

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Question 8 of 46

What is the capital of New South Wales?

Sydney

Explanation:

"Sydney is the capital of New South Wales."
Canberra
Melbourne
New Castle

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Question 9 of 46

Does each state and mainland territory have its own capital?

Yes

Explanation:

"While Canberra is Australia’s capital city, each state and mainland territory has its own capital."
No
Some have, others don't
Canberra is the capital of all the territories

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Question 10 of 46

What is the capital of Australia?

Sydney
Melbourne
Canberra

Explanation:

"The capital of Australia is Canberra. It was selected as a compromise between Sydney and Melbourne and has been the seat of the Australian government since 1913."
Perth

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Question 11 of 46

How many mainland territories are there in the Commonwealth of Australia?

1
2

Explanation:

"There are six states and two mainland territories in the Commonwealth of Australia."
3
4

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Question 12 of 46

Which of the following are Australian mainland territories?

Northern Territory and Australian Capital Territory

Explanation:

"The Australian mainland territories are the Northern Territory and the Australian Capital Territory."
Queensland and Tasmania
Victoria and New South Wales
South Australia and Western Australia

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Question 13 of 46

Which of the following are the Australian states?

New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia and Tasmania

Explanation:

"The Australian states are New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, and Tasmania."
New Zealand, Queensland, Western Australia, Victoria, Tasmania
Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane
New South Wales, Queensland, Melbourne, Tasmania, Canberra

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Question 14 of 46

How many states are there in the Commonwealth of Australia?

2
4
6

Explanation:

"The Commonwealth of Australia consists of six states: New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, and Tasmania."
8

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Question 15 of 46

What is the "Commonwealth of Australia"?

It is a federation of multiple countries.
It is a federation of six states and two mainland territories.

Explanation:

"The Commonwealth of Australia is a federation of six states and two mainland territories."
It is a federation of small islands.
Both A & B

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Question 16 of 46

Which of the following are the national icons located in New South Wales?

The Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House

Explanation:

"The Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House are the national icons located in New South Wales."
The Eiffel Tower and Big Ben
The Statue of Liberty and Golden Gate Bridge
The Colosseum and the Great Wall of China

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Question 17 of 46

Which is the largest city in Australia?

Melbourne
Sydney

Explanation:

"The largest city in Australia is Sydney, with a population of over 5.4 million residents."
Victoria
Perth

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Question 18 of 46

Which was the first Australian colony to be established by the British?

Victoria
New Queensland
Western Australia
New South Wales

Explanation:

"New South Wales was the first colony to be established by the British."

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Question 19 of 46

Which of the following are icons of Victoria?

The Melbourne Cricket Ground, the 12 Apostles, and the Royal Exhibition Building

Explanation:

"Victoria’s icons include the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the 12 Apostles, and the Royal Exhibition Building."
The Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach
The Great Barrier Reef and Uluru
The Blue Mountains and The Daintree

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Question 20 of 46

What contributed to the many fine buildings built in Victoria?

The wealth created from the gold rush of the 1850s.

Explanation:

"Many fine buildings in Victoria were built from the wealth created by the gold rush of the 1850s."
The establishment of new universities.
The rise of Australian tourism.
The expansion of transportation networks.

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Question 21 of 46

Which Australian state has many buildings built from the wealth created by the gold rush of the 1850s?

Queensland
Victoria

Explanation:

"The state of Victoria in Australia has many buildings that were constructed from the wealth generated during the gold rush of the 1850s."
New South Wales
Western Australia

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Question 22 of 46

Which of the following is the smallest of the mainland states?

Queensland
Victoria

Explanation:

"The smallest of the mainland Australian states by area is Victoria. It covers approximately 227,444 square kilometers."
South Australia
New South Wales

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Question 23 of 46

Which of the following does Queensland have?

Tropical rainforests, temperate coastal areas, and dry inland

Explanation:

"Queensland has tropical rainforests, temperate coastal areas and an often dry inland."
Tropical forests, cold mountains, and fertile plains
Coastal areas, arid deserts, and dense forests
Wetlands, temperate forests, and urban regions

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Question 24 of 46

Which world-famous reef runs along the eastern coast of the Torres Strait Islands?

Great Barrier Reef

Explanation:

"The world-famous Great Barrier Reef runs along the eastern coast of the Torres Strait Island."
Small Barrier Reef
Agincourt Reef
Ningaloo Reef

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Question 25 of 46

Where do the Torres Strait Islands lie?

South of the NSW state
West of the Victoria state
North of the Queensland state

Explanation:

"The Torres Strait Islands lie to the north of the Queensland state and the world-famous Great Barrier Reef runs along its eastern coast."
East of the Tasmania state

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Question 26 of 46

Which is Australia’s second-largest state?

Sydney
Queensland

Explanation:

"Australia's second-largest state by area is Queensland. It covers approximately 1,723,030 square kilometers."
Victoria
New South Land

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Question 27 of 46

Which of the following are icons of Western Australia?

Ningaloo Coast, Margaret River, and the Kimberley region

Explanation:

"Western Australia’s icons include the Ningaloo Coast, Margaret River, and the Kimberley region."
Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach
Great Barrier Reef and Uluru
The Twelve Apostles and the Blue Mountains

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Question 28 of 46

What is Western Australia home to?

Many large mining projects

Explanation:

"Western Australia is the home to many large mining projects. It is a major hub for resources and mining, producing more than 50 different minerals from numerous projects."
Many major fishing industries
Large entertainment complexes
Extensive forests and reserves

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Question 29 of 46

What is the south-west of Western Australia known for?

Urban development and skyscrapers
Deserts and mining regions
Rich agricultural and wine-growing areas

Explanation:

"The south-west of Western Australia is a rich agricultural and wine-growing area."
Wetlands and tropical rainforests

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Question 30 of 46

The east of Western Australia is:

Mostly desert

Explanation:

"The east of Western Australia is mostly desert."
Fertile plains
Coastal areas
Forests and wetlands

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Question 31 of 46

Which is Autralia's largest state?

South Australia
Western Australia

Explanation:

"Western Australia is the largest state in Australia."
New South Wales
Queensland

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Question 32 of 46

Where does 75% of Western Australia's population reside?

Rockingham
Perth

Explanation:

"Approximately 75% of Western Australia's population resides in Perth and its surrounding metropolitan area. This concentration is due to the region's favorable climate, economic opportunities, and urban amenities."
Mandurah
Bunbury

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Question 33 of 46

Which of the following are icons of South Australia?

The Barossa Valley and the Flinders Ranges

Explanation:

"South Australia’s icons include the Barossa Valley and the Flinders Ranges."
The Great Barrier Reef and Uluru
The Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach
The Twelve Apostles and the Kimberley region

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Question 34 of 46

What is Adelaide, the capital of South Australia, known for?

Fine colonial architecture

Explanation:

"Adelaide, the capital of South Australia, is renowned for its fine colonial architecture. The city features a variety of historic buildings that reflect its rich heritage, including styles such as Victorian, Edwardian, and Gothic Revival. Notable examples include the Parliament House, St. Peter's Cathedral, and the Beehive Corner."
Tall modern buildings
Tropical forests
Deserts

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Question 35 of 46

What is South Australia famous for?

Mining regions
Agricultural regions
Wine regions

Explanation:

"South Australia is famous for its diverse and world-renowned wine regions. "
Tropical regions

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Question 36 of 46

The coastline of South Australia is:

Rugged

Explanation:

"The coastline of South Australia is known for its rugged beauty, featuring dramatic cliffs, secluded beaches, and towering sand dunes."
Flat
Sandy
Tropical

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Question 37 of 46

Which of the following are icons of Tasmania?

Cradle Mountain, Port Arthur, and the Bay of Fires

Explanation:

"Cradle Mountain, Port Arthur, and the Bay of Fires are iconic landmarks of Tasmania. "
The Great Barrier Reef and Uluru
The Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach
The Twelve Apostles and the Blue Mountains

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Question 38 of 46

What is notable about much of Tasmania's land?

It is mostly urbanized.
It has unspoilt wilderness landscapes.

Explanation:

"Much of Tasmania is known for its unspoilt wilderness landscapes. Over 40% of the island is designated as protected areas, including national parks and World Heritage Sites. These areas feature rugged mountains, ancient forests, and pristine rivers."
It is a major agricultural area.
None of the above

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Question 39 of 46

What separates Tasmania from the mainland of Australia?

The Bass Strait

Explanation:

"Tasmania is separated from the mainland of Australia by the Bass Strait."
The Great Australian Bight
The Tasmanian Sea
The Coral Sea

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Question 40 of 46

Which is Australia's smallest state?

Perth
Queensland
Victoria
Tasmania

Explanation:

"Australia's smallest state by area is Tasmania. It covers approximately 68,401 square kilometers."

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Question 41 of 46

What is Tasmania?

An ocean
A sea
An island

Explanation:

"Tasmania is an island separated from the mainland by the Bass Strait."
All of the above

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Question 42 of 46

Which national institutions are located in Canberra?

Parliament House and the High Court of Australia

Explanation:

"Several national institutions are located in Canberra, including Parliament House and the High Court of Australia."
The Australian Museum and the National Gallery
The Sydney Opera House and the Great Barrier Reef
The Australian War Memorial and the Royal Botanic Gardens

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Question 43 of 46

Where is the Australian Capital Territory located?

Between Sydney and Austria
Between Melbourne and Perth
Between Sydney and Melbourne

Explanation:

"The Australian Capital Territory is located between Sydney and Melbourne."
Between Melbourne and Tasmania

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Question 44 of 46

Which of the following are icons of the Northern Territory?

The Blue Mountains and Port Arthur
The Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach
The Great Barrier Reef and the Twelve Apostles
Uluru, Kata Tjuta, and Kings Canyon

Explanation:

"Uluru, Kata Tjuta, and Kings Canyon are iconic landmarks of the Northern Territory. "

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Question 45 of 46

What is the south of the Northern Territory known for?

Dry red desert

Explanation:

"The southern part of the Northern Territory is known for its dry red desert."
Tropical beaches
Mountainous landscapes
Wetlands

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Question 46 of 46

What is the environment like in the north of the Northern Territory?

Tropical

Explanation:

"The environment in the north of the Northern Territory is characterized by a tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons."
Dry and arid
Temperate
Coastal and sandy

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