I WONDER - What Is The Smallest Continent?

Oceania is a geographic region that includes Australasia, Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia. Australia, the largest landmass in this region, is considered a continent. The Oceania region is home to about 43 million people, with the most populous cities located in Australia, including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth.

Which of the following regions is NOT part of Oceania?

• Australasia

• Polynesia

• Micronesia

• Antarctica

Why is Australia considered a continent?

• It is the smallest landmass in the region.

• It is the most populous country in the region.

• It is the largest landmass in the region.

• It has the most diverse wildlife.

Approximately how many people live in the Oceania region?

• 33 million

• 53 million

• 23 million

• 43 million

Which of the following cities is NOT one of the most populous in Australia?

• Sydney

• Auckland

• Perth

• Melbourne

Where are the most populous cities in Oceania located?

• Fiji

• Papua New Guinea

• New Zealand

• Australia