Australia Geography

Australia lies between which oceans?

• Atlantic and Pacific

• Indian and Pacific

• Arctic and Pacific

• Southern and Pacific

Where is the Great Barrier Reef?

• Arafura Sea

• Coral Sea

• Shark Bay

• Tasman Sea

What is the main reason few people live in the Great Victoria Desert?

• It is too hot and dry

• There are winter floods

• Australians prefer city life

• The area has not been explored

How does Australia's location and climate impact where people live? (choose 2)

• Few Australians live in central Australia, where it is dry and receives little rainfall

• Most Australians live on the western coast, due to the subtropical climate and fertile soil

• Most Australians live in northern Australia, where it is warm and rainy year-round

• Most Australians live on the eastern coast, because of mild temperatures and abundant rainfall

Because of Australia's location, most of its main trading partners are in ___________.

• Africa

• Asia

• Europe

• North America

Which best describes the geography of Australia?

• Lake district across the southwest

• Mountainous with scattered lowlands

• Large tropical zone in the central region of the country

• Large semi-arid, dry region with temperate climates in the southeastern coastal areas

Which statement describes a monolith?

• Giant salt lake

• Massive sand-filled pit

• Inactive volcanic crater

• Visible tip of a massive underground rock

What climate conditions are found in central Australia?

• Hot and dry

• Mild temperatures

• Rainy with high humidity

• Cold with likely snowfall

Which best describes where people live in Australia?

• Most live in larger cities

• Most live in rural areas on farms

• Most live in the interior of the country

• Most live on islands surrounding the mainland

What important business is done in the Outback?

• Farming

• Fishing

• Mining

• Shipping