Discovering Australia: Celebrating Australia Day

The video discusses Australia Day, celebrated on January 26th, marking the first white settlement in 1788. It's a public holiday with parades, fireworks, and family activities. The video highlights famous Australian animals like kangaroos, koalas, and emus, and tells the story of Baby Boomer, a kangaroo raised in a pub. It also mentions other wildlife and landmarks like the cane toad, Tasmanian devil, Ayres Rock, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

What is the significance of Australia Day?

• It marks the end of World War II.

• It is the day Australia became a republic.

• It celebrates the first white settlement in Australia.

• It commemorates the discovery of gold in Australia.

Which of the following activities is commonly associated with Australia Day?

• Cooking barbecues

• Visiting museums

• Going on a safari

• Skiing in the mountains

Which animal is NOT mentioned as one of the three most famous in Australia?

• Emu

• Kangaroo

• Koala

• Platypus

What is the name of the kangaroo raised by Cathy Noble?

• Joey

• Boomer

• Skippy

• Roo

Which of the following is a famous landmark in Australia?

• Statue of Liberty

• Eiffel Tower

• Big Ben

• Ayres Rock