Australia Quiz for Grade 7

What is the capital city of Australia?

• Sydney

• Melbourne

• Canberra

• Brisbane

What famous natural landmark is located in the center of Australia?

• The Great Barrier Reef

• Uluru

• Sydney Harbour

• Kakadu

Which Australian animal lays eggs?

• Kangaroo

• Koala

• Emu

• Platypus

What is the name of the world’s largest coral reef, found off the coast of Australia?

• Coral Sea Reef

• Great Barrier Reef

• Ningaloo Reef

• Oceanic Ridge

Which sea lies to the east of Australia?

• Coral Sea

• Arabian Sea

• Tasman Sea

• South China Sea

Who were the first people to live in Australia?

• British settlers

• Dutch traders

• Aboriginal Australians

• Maori

What is the Australian currency called?

• Pound

• Dollar

• Euro

• Krona

Which two animals appear on the Australian coat of arms?

• Koala and Platypus

• Kangaroo and Emu

• Wombat and Crocodile

• Dingo and Echidna

Which Australian city is famous for its opera house and harbour bridge?

• Adelaide

• Sydney

• Perth

• Hobart

What season is it in Australia during December?

• Winter

• Autumn

• Summer

• Spring