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    What does Mr. Squiggle from the Australian TV show have for a nose?

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Explore your knowledge of Australian culture and history with this engaging quiz. Test what you know about famous Australians, historical events, and cultural trivia, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of Australia.

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  • 2. 

    Who is Rupert Murdoch's father?

    • Donald Murdoch

    • James Murdoch

    • Keith Murdoch

    • Owen Murdoch

    Correct Answer
    A. Keith Murdoch
    Explanation
    Rupert Murdoch's father is Keith Murdoch.

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  • 3. 

    When did DJ "Stan The Man" Rofe leave his Platter Parade show at radio station 3KZ due to a change in management and music policy?

    • In Mid-1965

    • Early In 1965

    • Late In 1964

    • Late In 1965

    Correct Answer
    A. Early In 1965
    Explanation
    DJ "Stan The Man" Rofe left his Platter Parade show at radio station 3KZ early in 1965 due to a change in management and music policy.

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  • 4. 

    Who established a settlement at the northern tip of Cape York Peninsula, Australia, in 1863?

    • Captain John Moresby

    • Charles Farrant

    • John Jardine

    • Rupert Romney

    Correct Answer
    A. John Jardine
    Explanation
    John Jardine established a settlement at the northern tip of Cape York Peninsula, Australia, in 1863.

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  • 5. 

    What is Purnululu and where will you find it?

    • A Massive Cave, Kangaroo Island

    • Sea Caves, Under The Nullabor Plain

    • Rock Towers, West Australia

    • A Crocodile Lake, Tasmania

    Correct Answer
    A. Rock Towers, West Australia
    Explanation
    Purnululu is a rock formation consisting of unique rock towers located in West Australia. It is not a massive cave, sea caves, or a crocodile lake. Purnululu is specifically known for its distinct rock towers, making the answer "Rock Towers, West Australia" the correct one.

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  • 6. 

    What is Elle Macpherson's birth name?

    • Linda Macpherson

    • Eleanor Nancy Gow

    • Elle Macpherson

    • Elaine Benis

    Correct Answer
    A. Eleanor Nancy Gow
    Explanation
    Elle Macpherson's birth name is Eleanor Nancy Gow.

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  • 7. 

    Elle Macpherson's father was president of what?

    • Qantas

    • Bank Of Queensland Limited

    • Commonwealth Bank

    • Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks

    Correct Answer
    A. Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks
    Explanation
    Elle Macpherson's father was the president of the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks. This suggests that he held a position of leadership within the rugby league club, possibly overseeing its operations and decision-making processes. The Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks is a professional rugby league team based in Cronulla, New South Wales, Australia.

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  • 8. 

    Which of these is not a young Aussie female singing star?

    • Marie Wilson

    • Monique Allen

    • Diana Ahnaid

    • Natalie Imbruglia

    Correct Answer
    A. Monique Allen
    Explanation
    Monique Allen is not a young Aussie female singing star. The other three options, Marie Wilson, Diana Ahnaid, and Natalie Imbruglia, are all well-known Australian female singers. However, there is no information available about Monique Allen being a singing star, suggesting that she is not a young Aussie female singing star.

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  • 9. 

    When was Australia's first bridge across the Murray River opened?

    • September 2, 1861

    • March 2, 1871

    • September 12, 1863

    • November 4, 1893

    Correct Answer
    A. September 2, 1861
    Explanation
    The correct answer is September 2, 1861. This date signifies the opening of Australia's first bridge across the Murray River.

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  • 10. 

    In what year did the Melbourne Herald cease publication as a separate newspaper after 150 years?

    • 1990

    • 1992

    • 1988

    • 1987

    Correct Answer
    A. 1990
    Explanation
    The Melbourne Herald ceased publication as a separate newspaper after 150 years in 1990.

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  • 11. 

    Collingwood's Australian Football League Grand Final victory in 1990 was their first in how long?

    • 45 Years

    • 34 Years

    • 32 Years

    • 21 Years

    Correct Answer
    A. 32 Years
    Explanation
    Collingwood's Australian Football League Grand Final victory in 1990 was their first in 32 years. This means that the last time Collingwood had won the AFL Grand Final was 32 years prior to 1990.

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  • 12. 

    What did an Act of Australia Parliament establish on 15 April, 1958?

    • The Australian Roads Authority

    • Monash University

    • The Two-Airline Policy

    • The Australian Broadcasting Control Board

    Correct Answer
    A. Monash University
    Explanation
    Monash University was established by an Act of the Australian Parliament on 15 April, 1958. This Act officially recognized and established the university as an institution of higher education in Australia. Monash University is now one of the largest and most prestigious universities in Australia, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

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  • 13. 

    If you drive from South Australia to the Darwin along the Stuart Highway, what is the first permanently flowing river that you will come to?

    • Edith River

    • The Roper

    • The Katherine

    • There Are No Permanently Flowing Rivers

    Correct Answer
    A. The Katherine
    Explanation
    The first permanently flowing river that you will come to when driving from South Australia to Darwin along the Stuart Highway is the Katherine River.

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  • 14. 

    What did women in the town of Clunes do in June 1872?

    • Prospected For Gold While Their Husbands Had A Day Off

    • Formed The Country Women's Association Of Australia

    • Voted For The First Time In Municipal Elections

    • Drove The Chinese From The Town

    Correct Answer
    A. Drove The Chinese From The Town
    Explanation
    In June 1872, women in the town of Clunes drove the Chinese from the town. This suggests that there was a conflict or tension between the Chinese population and the local residents, potentially due to economic competition or cultural differences. The women took action to remove the Chinese from their community, possibly in an attempt to protect their own interests or preserve their way of life.

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  • 15. 

    When were the Torres Strait Islands annexed to the Colony of Queensland?

    • July 10, 1877

    • May 30, 1872

    • March 2, 1869

    • January 1, 1888

    Correct Answer
    A. May 30, 1872
    Explanation
    The Torres Strait Islands were annexed to the Colony of Queensland on May 30, 1872. This means that on this date, the islands officially became part of the Colony of Queensland.

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  • 16. 

    How much did a Studebaker DeLuxe sedan car cost in Australia in 1934?

    • 500 Pounds

    • 445 Pounds

    • 987 Pounds

    • 760 Pounds

    Correct Answer
    A. 445 Pounds
    Explanation
    In 1934, a Studebaker DeLuxe sedan car cost 445 pounds in Australia.

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  • 17. 

    What did German ships start doing in Australian coastal waters in October 1940?

    • Laying Mines

    • Offloading Jewish Refugees

    • Intercepting British Ships

    • Fishing For Abalone

    Correct Answer
    A. Laying Mines
    Explanation
    In October 1940, German ships started laying mines in Australian coastal waters. This activity was part of Germany's strategy to disrupt Allied shipping routes and hinder their efforts during World War II. By laying mines, the German ships aimed to damage or sink enemy vessels, causing significant disruption to maritime trade and military operations. This tactic posed a serious threat to Australian and Allied ships navigating those waters, as they had to navigate carefully to avoid these hidden explosives.

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  • 18. 

    What temporarily happened to Fiji in 1874?

    • It Was Divided Between Germany And The Colony Of New South Wales

    • It Was Officially At War With The Colony Of Queensland

    • It Was A Part Of The Colony Of New South Wales

    • It Was An Independent Kingdom Under King Cakobau

    Correct Answer
    A. It Was A Part Of The Colony Of New South Wales
    Explanation
    In 1874, Fiji became a part of the Colony of New South Wales. This means that Fiji was no longer an independent kingdom under King Cakobau, but instead, it became a territory governed by New South Wales. This change in status indicates that Fiji lost its independence and was now under the control and administration of the Colony of New South Wales.

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  • 19. 

    Who was the first non-indigenous person to see Ayer's Rock, or Uluru, the gigantic monolith situated almost in the centre of Australia?

    • Charles Todd

    • Ludwig Leichhardt

    • Bungo Jack

    • W.C. Gosse

    Correct Answer
    A. W.C. Gosse
    Explanation
    W.C. Gosse was the first non-indigenous person to see Ayer's Rock, or Uluru. This answer is correct because Gosse, an explorer and surveyor, discovered and named the rock in 1873 during an expedition in central Australia. His sighting of Uluru marked the first recorded encounter by a non-indigenous person with this iconic landmark.

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  • 20. 

    How much did Bernard Holtermann receive for the 284 kg mass of gold he found in 1872 at Hill End, New South Wales, Australia?

    • 120,000 Pounds

    • 45,000 Pounds

    • 5,060 Pounds

    • 12,000 Pounds

    Correct Answer
    A. 12,000 Pounds
    Explanation
    Bernard Holtermann received 12,000 Pounds for the 284 kg mass of gold he found in 1872 at Hill End, New South Wales, Australia.

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