Reading: Discover Australia

Multiple Choice

Australia is the largest country in the world.

• True

• False

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Australia is located between the Pacific and Indian Oceans.

• True

• False

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It takes less than 5 hours to fly from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Australia.

• True

• False

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Australia is often called "Down Under" because it is north of the equator.

• True

• False

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All the world's climates can be found in Australia.

• True

• False

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Australia is __________ society.

• not a multi-cultural

• multi-cultural country

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Australia is one of the ______ countries in the world.

• poor

• poorest

• rich

• richest

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This is the Australian flag. Choose the best description.

• A British flag with five small stars that show the Southern Cross. One large star represents the country's six territories.

• An American flag with six stars that show the cities in the country.

Multiple Choice

Which one is the currency in Australia?

• Australian Pound

• Australian Yen

• Australian Dollar

• Australian Krona

Multiple Choice

Most of Australia is mountainous.

• True

• False

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The Australian Alps are covered with snow during Australia's winter months.

• True

• False

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The Central Lowlands have a consistent water supply from rivers throughout the year.

• True

• False

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The Western Plateau covers about two thirds of Australia. Which is the accurate presentation of two thirds?

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The Nullarbor Plain is a treeless area in the northern part of Australia.

• True

• False

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The southern part of Australia has four seasons, just like Europe. Which is not a part of the seasons?

• Winter season

• Summer season

• Autumn season

• Rambutan season

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Australia is one of the most densely populated countries in the world.

• True

• False

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The Australian government has not taken any steps to improve the lives of Aborigines in recent decades.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Kangaroos, koalas, and wallabies are examples of ...

• marsupials

• mammals

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Eucalyptus trees are prone to catching fire.

• True

• False