- 1. Australian studies is an interdisciplinary field that examines the history, culture, society, politics, and environment of Australia. It explores various aspects of Australian identity, including Indigenous perspectives, colonial history, multiculturalism, social issues, and the country's relationship with the rest of the world. Researchers in Australian studies analyze literature, art, music, film, and other cultural expressions to gain insights into the complexities of the Australian experience. By studying Australia from diverse perspectives, Australian studies helps to foster a deeper understanding of this diverse and dynamic country.
What is the capital city of Australia?
A) Perth
B) Melbourne
C) Sydney
D) Canberra
- 2. Which Australian animal is known for carrying its young in a pouch?
A) Wombat
B) Kangaroo
C) Emu
D) Koala
- 3. Who were the original inhabitants of Australia?
A) British settlers
B) Dutch explorers
C) Chinese immigrants
D) Aboriginal Australians
- 4. Which Australian city is famous for its New Year's Eve fireworks display?
A) Sydney
B) Adelaide
C) Brisbane
D) Darwin
- 5. Which Australian landmark is a large sandstone rock formation in the Northern Territory?
A) Uluru
B) Great Barrier Reef
C) Bondi Beach
D) Sydney Opera House
- 6. What is the national language of Australia?
A) Aboriginal languages
B) Mandarin
C) French
D) English
- 7. Which famous Australian singer was known as the 'Queen of Pop'?
A) Keith Urban
B) Kylie Minogue
C) Sia
D) Delta Goodrem
- 8. What is the largest state in Australia by area?
A) Western Australia
B) New South Wales
C) Queensland
D) Victoria
- 9. Which Australian state is known for its wine regions like Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale?
A) New South Wales
B) Victoria
C) Tasmania
D) South Australia
- 10. Who was the first European to set foot on Australian soil?
A) Willem Janszoon
B) James Cook
C) Abel Tasman
D) Captain Arthur Phillip
- 11. Which Australian state is home to the famous Great Barrier Reef?
A) Victoria
B) Queensland
C) Western Australia
D) New South Wales
- 12. What is the nickname for the Australian dollar currency?
A) Sheila
B) Digger
C) Aussie
D) Tucker
- 13. What is the national flower emblem of Australia?
A) Waratah
B) Kangaroo Paw
C) Golden Wattle
D) Sturt's Desert Pea
- 14. In which year did Australia become a federation of states?
A) 1975
B) 1901
C) 1923
D) 1856
- 15. What is the famous rock formation known as 'The Twelve Apostles' located in which Australian state?
A) Victoria
B) Western Australia
C) South Australia
D) Queensland
- 16. What is the name of the longest river in Australia?
A) Murray River
B) Lachlan River
C) Snowy River
D) Darling River
- 17. Which Australian state is home to the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge?
A) New South Wales
B) South Australia
C) Queensland
D) Victoria
- 18. Who composed the Australian national anthem 'Advance Australia Fair'?
A) Dorothea Mackellar
B) Peter Dodds McCormick
C) Henry Lawson
D) Banjo Paterson
- 19. Who is the current Prime Minister of Australia as of 2021?
A) Malcolm Turnbull
B) Julia Gillard
C) Tony Abbott
D) Scott Morrison
- 20. What is the largest carnivorous marsupial in the world, native to Australia?
A) Kangaroo
B) Tasmanian Devil
C) Quokka
D) Koala
- 21. What is the official currency of Australia?
A) Euro
B) Australian Dollar
C) Yen
D) Pound Sterling
- 22. What is the nickname for the Australian national football team?
A) Socceroos
B) Aussie Boomerangs
C) Kookaburras
D) Wallabies
- 23. Who is the famous Australian actor known for his role in 'Gladiator' and 'The Mummy'?
A) Cate Blanchett
B) Hugh Jackman
C) Nicole Kidman
D) Russell Crowe
- 24. What is the name of the world's largest sand island located off the eastern coast of Australia?
A) Fraser Island
B) Kangaroo Island
C) Phillip Island
D) Rottnest Island
- 25. Which Australian city is known for its iconic tram network?
A) Sydney
B) Brisbane
C) Adelaide
D) Melbourne
- 26. What is the Australian snack made from yeast extract on toast?
A) Vegemite
B) Lamington
C) ANZAC Biscuit
D) Tim Tam
- 27. What is the highest mountain in Australia?
A) Mount Cook
B) Mount Kilimanjaro
C) Mount Everest
D) Mount Kosciuszko
- 28. Which Australian state is home to the city of Darwin?
A) Queensland
B) Northern Territory
C) New South Wales
D) South Australia
- 29. What is the name of the iconic surfing beach in Sydney, known for its golden sand?
A) Byron Bay
B) Bondi Beach
C) Manly Beach
D) Surfers Paradise
- 30. What term is used in Australia to refer to a barbecue or outdoor grilling session?
A) Braai
B) Barbie
C) Grillfest
D) Cookout
- 31. What Aboriginal instrument is known as a wind instrument?
A) Flute
B) Didgeridoo
C) Harmonica
D) Trumpet
- 32. What is the name of the famous Australian coral reef?
A) Maldives Reef
B) Hawaiian Barrier Reef
C) Great Barrier Reef
D) Tahiti Barrier Reef
- 33. Which famous Australian actress starred in 'The Hours' and 'Moulin Rouge!'?
A) Naomi Watts
B) Cate Blanchett
C) Margot Robbie
D) Nicole Kidman
- 34. What is the nickname often used to refer to Australia?
A) Northern Star
B) Southern Gem
C) Lone Island
D) Down Under
- 35. Who was the first European to map the coastline of Australia?
A) Christopher Columbus
B) Vasco da Gama
C) James Cook
D) Ferdinand Magellan
- 36. Which Australian dessert is known for its layers of cake, chocolate, and cream?
A) Anzac Biscuit
B) Tim Tam
C) Pavlova
D) Lamington
- 37. What is the nickname often used for Australians?
A) Brits
B) Kiwis
C) Aussies
D) Poms
- 38. What is the traditional dance of the Aboriginal people called?
A) Haka
B) Bhangra
C) Flamenco
D) Corroboree
- 39. Who is the famous Australian chef known for his TV show 'MasterChef Australia'?
A) Jamie Oliver
B) Gordon Ramsay
C) Nigella Lawson
D) Matt Preston
- 40. Which famous Australian opera singer was nicknamed 'The People's Diva'?
A) Dame Joan Sutherland
B) Keith Urban
C) Kylie Minogue
D) Sia
- 41. What is a traditional Australian meat pie typically filled with?
A) Chicken
B) Beef
C) Pork
D) Vegetables
- 42. Which Australian state is known for its historic penal colony?
A) Queensland
B) Victoria
C) Tasmania
D) Western Australia
- 43. Whose face is on the Australian $100 banknote?
A) Sir Donald Bradman
B) Dame Nellie Melba
C) Paul Hogan
D) Dame Edna Everage
- 44. Which iconic Australian film features a character named Muriel?
A) Muriel's Wedding
B) Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
C) Strictly Ballroom
D) Crocodile Dundee
- 45. What is the nickname for the Australian national cricket team?
A) The Kangaroos
B) The Socceroos
C) The Baggy Greens
D) The Wallabies
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