Exploring Australia
A Grade 6 Social Studies worksheet covering the geography, culture, and unique features of Australia.
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Exploring Australia
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use the provided map and information to help you.
Study the map of Australia below to answer the geography questions.
1. Which ocean borders Australia to the west?
Pacific Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Indian Ocean
Southern Ocean
2. What is the capital city of Australia?
Sydney
Melbourne
Canberra
Perth
3. The vast, dry interior of Australia is often referred to as the .
4. The Great Barrier Reef is located off the coast of Australia.
5. Kangaroos are native to Australia.
True
False
6. Australia is the smallest continent in the world.
True
False
7. Name two unique animals that are native to Australia.
8. Describe one important cultural aspect of Indigenous Australians.