Australia Geography Quick Quiz

Bob is interested in getting a job in the trading industry. Which region of Australia would it make the most sense for Bob to move to?

• Coastal region

• Desert region

• Mountain region

• Plains region

Northern Australia is closest to the equator. Which of the following best describes the climate of Northern Australia?

• Tropical

• Seasonal

• Mild

• Temperate

True or False: The population of Australia is the most dense in the desert region, often known as the Outback.

• True

• False

True or False: Most Australians live in urban areas.

• True

• False

Australia has an abundance of land that is suitable for farming. Which of the following terms describes "suitable for farming"?

• Arid

• Permafrost

• Arable

• Rural

Where are most natural resources found in Australia?

• in the Outback

• In the mountains

• in the deserts

• the coasts

How does the climate impact the decision of where many people in Australia live?

• Most Australians live in the Outback because the climate is mild there

• Most Australians live in central Australia because there are many natural resources found there

• Most people live along the coasts because there are many natural resources and the climate is temperate

• Most people live in Northern Australia because the climate is moderate

True or False: Most major cities of Australia are located along the coast.

• True

• False

Australia is located south of the equator. What hemisphere is Australia located in?

• Northern hemisphere

• Southern hemisphere

Which of the following words does NOT describe the climate of southern and southwestern Australia?

• Temperate

• Fair

• Tropical

• Moderate