Australia and New Zealand Practice

Australia and New Zealand are located in which hemispheres?

• Northern

• Southern

• Western

• Eastern

Which of New Zealand's islands has a huge volcanic plateau as its center?

• North Island

• South Island

Most of Australia's climate is wet.

• True

• False

Which months are Australia's and New Zealand's winter season?

• December, January, February

• March, April, May,

• June, July, August

• September, October, November

The Dutch discovered Australia and New Zealand.

• True

• False

Which of the following statements about the first European colonists of Australia is accurate?

• Most came to Australia for religious freedom.

• Most were servants who worked on large ranches.

• Most came to Australia in search of gold.

• Most were convicted criminals from the British Isles.

What natural resource was discovered in Australia in the 1850s that led to more settlers?

• fertile soil

• gold

• iron ore

• copper

On what concept is the Maori spiritual belief system based?

• One who keeps the peace shall be at peace.

• The Maori are the chosen people.

• All life in the universe is connected.

• A happy life depends on forgetting the past.

By what means do many students living in the remote Australian Outback receive their lessons?

• internet

• international mail

• attending class once per week

• from teachers at nearby schools

What is the nickname for a New Zealander?

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