How Well Do You Know Australia?

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1. Choose the Australian animal?

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The correct answer is Koala because it is the only animal listed that is native to Australia. Elephants are native to Africa and Asia, pandas are native to China, and buffalos are found in various parts of the world but not in Australia.

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How Well Do You Know Australia? - Quiz

Test your knowledge about Australia, covering its discovery, national day, unique wildlife, capital city, and political structure.

2. What is the capital of Australia?

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Canberra is the correct answer because it is the capital city of Australia. While Sydney and Melbourne are both major cities in Australia, they are not the capital. Wellington is the capital of New Zealand, not Australia.

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3. Who first discovered Australia?

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Captain James Cook is considered the first European to discover Australia. In 1770, Cook landed on the eastern coast of Australia and claimed it for Britain. He mapped the coastline and made detailed observations, which led to further exploration and colonization of the continent. While there is evidence of earlier visits to Australia by other explorers, Cook's voyage is widely recognized as the first official European discovery of the country.

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4. When is Australia Day?

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Australia Day is celebrated on 26 January. It marks the anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet of British ships in 1788, which led to the establishment of the first European settlement in Australia. This day is considered significant as it commemorates the foundation of modern Australia and is observed with various events and activities across the country.

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5. How many states and Territories are in Australia?

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Australia is made up of six states and two territories. The states are New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, and Western Australia. The two territories are the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and the Northern Territory. Therefore, the correct answer is 8.

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Choose the Australian animal?
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