Australia: Where People Live and How They Trade Quiz

Australia is located in which two hemispheres?

• Northern and Eastern Hemispheres

• Southern and Eastern Hemispheres

• Northern and Western Hemispheres

• Southern and Western Hemispheres

80% of Australians live in (urban/rural) areas.

• urban

• rural

• suburban

• coastal

3. Most Australians live in:

• Sydney

• Melbourne

• Brisbane

• Coastal areas

4. Most Australians live here because:

• A. The climate is favorable

• B. There are more job opportunities

• C. It is a cultural hub

• D. The cost of living is lower

5. The climate of the majority of northern Australia is:

• tropical

• arid

• temperate

• polar

6. What large geographic feature dominates much of central Australia?

• The Great Barrier Reef

• The Outback

• The Rocky Mountains

• The Sahara Desert

7. The population is low in this region because:

• A. The climate is harsh and unsuitable for living.

• B. There are abundant resources and job opportunities.

• C. The region is a popular tourist destination.

• D. The area is densely populated.

8. Large areas of the outback are used for which industry?

• Agriculture

• Mining

• Tourism

• Fishing

In addition to agricultural products, what other important natural resources are found in Canada’s western plains region?

• Oil and natural gas

• Timber and minerals

• Fish and seafood

• Coal and diamonds

10. What industries are supported by the water surrounding Australia’s coastlines?

• Fishing and tourism

• Mining and agriculture

• Technology and finance

• Manufacturing and retail