Australia Unit Test Review

The world's largest coral reef system is:

• Great Barrier Reef

• Great Dividing Range

• Rocky Mountains

• The Coral Reef

Why are many of Australia's animals and plants found nowhere else on Earth?

• because of the country's great distance to and from other large landmasses

• because of the landforms

• because of the country's closeness to other islands

• because of the climate

Most Australians live along the coast. Is this statement true or false?

• True

• False

What factor MOST impacts where people live in Australia?

• Trade

• Climate

• Location

• Natural Resources

How does Australia's location impact trade?

• Australia is an island nation with many major ports along all of its borders, creating good trading conditions.

• Trade in both agricultural and mineral resources has made Australia one of richest nations in the world.

• Australia's remote location means that trade partners must travel long distances to import or export goods, making trade with Australia expensive and difficult.

• Since most of Australia's trade partners are located in the northern hemisphere, it makes trading difficult.

The monolith that is sacred to the Aborigines is called __________.

• Great Barrier Reef

• Ayers Rock (Uluru)

• Great Victoria Desert

• Great Dividing Range

The indigenous peoples of Australia are known as the __________.

• Aborigine

• Colonists

• Inuit

• Native American

Modern Aboriginal art is called __________.

• Impressionism

• Realism

• Water Color

• Dot Art

The trumpet is the most famous Aboriginal instrument.

• True

• False

Who was the explorer that claimed Australia for the British?

• Christopher Columbus

• Hernan Cortez

• Captain Jack Sparrow

• Captain James Cook