Which state is renowned for its wine regions and features a rugged coastline among the following options?
South Australia
Western Australia
Victoria
Tasmania
South Australia has a rugged coastline and many famous wine regions. Adelaide, the capital city, has many examples of fine colonial architecture.
What date is Remembrance Day observed in Australia?
1 November
21 November
15 November
11 November
As well as Anzac Day ceremonies, Remembrance Day is also a day on which Australians remember those who have served and died in war. At 11am on 11 November (the 11th month) each year, Australians pause to remember the sacrifice of the men and women who died or suffered in wars and conflicts, as well as all those who have served. We wear a red poppy on this day.
What is the estimated current population of Australia?
36 million people
12 million people
32 million people
26 million people
Today, Australia has a population of about 26 million people. Over one quarter of these people were born overseas. Australia is greatly enriched by the contribution these people make to our nation. While we celebrate the diversity of Australia’s people, we also aim to build a cohesive and unified nation.
Are Sydney's Harbour Bridge and Opera House regarded as national icons of Australia?
Yes
No
Sydney is the capital city of New South Wales and is the nation’s largest city. Sydney’s Harbour Bridge and Opera House are national icons.
In which year did the British colonies unify and establish the Commonwealth of Australia as a single entity?
1601
1701
1801
1901
In 1901, the colonies were united into a federation of states called the Commonwealth of Australia. At that time, Australia’s population was counted at about four million people. This number did not include the Indigenous people.
Canberra is the capital of Australia?
Yes
No
Canberra is Australia’s capital city, and each state and mainland territory has its own capital.
In which Australian state are the majority of major mining projects situated?
Queensland
Victoria
South Australia
Western Australia
Western Australia is the largest state. The east of the state is mostly desert, while the south-west is a rich agricultural and wine-growing area. The state is home to many large mining projects. About three-quarters of the state’s population lives in Perth, the capital city.
Which day is Anzac Day celebrated in Australia?
25 April
25 May
25 March
25 November
Anzac Day is observed on 25 April each year. Anzac Day is named after the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps, which landed at Gallipoli in Turkey during World War I on 25 April 1915.
Commonwealth of Australia is a federation of states and territories?
Yes
No
The Commonwealth of Australia is a federation of states and territories. There are six states and two mainland territories. Canberra is Australia’s capital city, and each state and mainland territory has its own capital.
In which city are the High Court of Australia and the Australian Parliament situated?
Melbourne
Sydney
Canberra
Brisbane
Canberra is home to important national institutions, such as Parliament House and the High Court of Australia.
Following which World War did the migration of non-British individuals to Australia experience a significant increase?
World War I
World War II
French War
American War
A wave of non-British migration came after World War II, when millions of people in Europe had to leave their homelands. Large numbers came to Australia to build a new life.
What happened in Australia on 1 January 1901?
The Australian Constitution was changed by a referendum
The Australian Constitution came into effect
The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps was formed
None of the above
The Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act 1900 is the legal document that sets out the basic rules for the government of Australia. The Australian Constitution was originally passed as part of a British Act of Parliament in 1900. On 1 January 1901, when the Constitution took effect, the Australian colonies became one independent nation, the Commonwealth of Australia.
How many languages are spoken in Australia due to its multicultural, multiethnic, and diverse society?
Over 300 languages
Over 100 languages
Over 200 languages
Over 150 languages
Australia’s national language is English. It is part of our national identity. Everyone in Australia is encouraged to learn and use English to help them participate in Australian society. Communicating in English is also important for making the most of living and working in Australia. Other languages are also valued. In Australia’s diverse society, over 200 languages are spoken.
In which year was gold discovered in the Australian colonies of New South Wales and Victoria?
1820
1751
1851
1720
In 1851, gold was discovered in the colonies of New South Wales and Victoria. People from all around the world came to these colonies to try their luck at making a fortune. Chinese people arriving at this time were the first large group of migrants not from Europe. In 10 years, the population more than doubled.
Where can 'The Great Barrier Reef,' the world's largest coral reef, be found?
South Australia
Western Australia
Queensland
Victoria
Queensland is the second largest state. It has the Torres Strait Islands in the north, tropical rainforests, temperate coastal areas and an often dry inland. The world famous Great Barrier Reef runs along its eastern coast. Queensland’s capital city is Brisbane.
Is it correct to say that Sydney serves as the capital city of New South Wales?
Yes
No
New South Wales was the first colony established by the British. Sydney is the capital city of New South Wales and is the nation’s largest city. Sydney’s Harbour Bridge and Opera House are national icons.
Victoria is smallest of the mainland states.
Yes
No
Victoria is the smallest of the mainland states. Many fine buildings in Victoria were built from the wealth created by the gold rush of the 1850s. Victoria’s capital city is Melbourne.
Who was the first governor of New South Wales?
James Cook
Captain Arthur Phillip
Watkin Tench
Philip Gidley King
The first governor of the colony of New South Wales was Captain Arthur Phillip. He overcame many problems in the first few years of European settlement. The colony survived and as more convicts and free settlers arrived, it grew and developed. More colonies were established in other parts of the country
How long have the Aboriginal people been inhabiting mainland Australia and Tasmania?
Between 40,000 and 60,000 years.
Between 10,000 and 30,000 years.
Between 20,000 and 30,000 years.
Between 50,000 and 70,000 years.
Historically, Aboriginal people are from mainland Australia and Tasmania. They have lived here for between 40 000 and 60 000 years.
On which days are Citizenship Ceremony programs typically conducted at various locations throughout Australia?
Christmas Day
Boxing Day
Australia Day
None of the above
Australia Day is the day that we honour our history and all the people who have made this nation great. It is a day to rejoice in the present and commit to a happy and prosperous future together. For this reason, it is a day when many citizenship ceremonies are held across the country.
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