Exploring Australia and Pacific Islands

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Which of the following cities is the capital of Australia? Sydney, Canberra, Auckland, Melbourne

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Canberra

Front

Identify the major mountain range that runs along the eastern coast of Australia.

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The Great Dividing Range

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Which of the following is a major environmental feature of Australia known for its unique marine biodiversity? The Amazon Rainforest, The Great Barrier Reef, The Sahara Desert, The Black Forest

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The Great Barrier Reef

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What type of economic activity is most suited to the arid areas of Australia? Options: Fishing, Cattle and sheep ranching, Rice farming, Timber production

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Cattle and sheep ranching

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Which of the following best describes the population distribution in Australia? Most people live in the central desert areas. Most people live near the coasts. Most people live in the northern rainforests. Most people live in the southern mountains.

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Most people live near the coasts.

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What is a significant consequence of introducing nonnative plants and animals to Australia?

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Disruption of local ecosystems

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Which of the following is a cultural landmark in Sydney, Australia?
Options:
Eiffel Tower,
Sydney Opera House,
Statue of Liberty,
Colosseum

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Sydney Opera House

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What type of traditional dwelling is commonly found in the Pacific Islands?

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Thatched-roof dwellings

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Which of the following best describes the economic activities in the Pacific Islands? Heavy industrial manufacturing, Tourism and traditional economies, High-tech software development, Large-scale mining operations

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Tourism and traditional economies

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What is a major characteristic of the Pacific Islands' geography?

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They are volcanic, coral, or continental.