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