UNIT 11 Australia, New Zealand

Which cultural element was introduced in Australia and New Zealand by british colonist?

• English Language
• Ware puni homes
• Ta moko
• Rock art

Physical geography of Oceania has most likely caused societies in the region to?

• build homes from stone
• depend on a diet of citrus fruits
• become isolated on various islands
• use ocean water for irrigation

How has the location of Australia influenced its environment?

• position between two oceans resulted in a very wet climate
• distance and location have contributed to the development of unique animals and plants
• position in the southern hemisphere results in monsoon seasons
• proximity to the Antarctica has contributed to a very cold climate year round

Where are the most urban centers in Australia?

• on natural springs
• in the northern half
• on the southern half
• along the coast

Which geographic
formation is illustrated in the map?

• Ayers Rock
• Great Barrier Reef
• Milford Sound
• Aurora Australis

Which kind of geographic
formation is pictured in
the aerial photograph above?

• Atoll
• isthmus
• archipelago
• barrier island

Which country best fits
the description above?

• Vanuatu
• New Zealand
• Fiji
• Australia

Which physical process is most responsible for the formation of islands in the Pacific
Ocean?

• Erosion
• Flood deposits
• Tectonic activity
• Landslides

Which physical process contributes to the reduction in the size of islands in the Pacific
Ocean over time?

• Erosion
• Volcanism
• Glaciation
• Deposition

How does the Australian outback influence the pattern of human settlements in the
region?

• The outback is the agricultural center of Australia.
• The outback is rich in natural resources that attract major industries.
• The outback is the home of most major Australian cities.
• The outback is lightly populated with few towns.