Citizenship Geography and States 5

Question 1

What is the highest mountain in Australia?

Accepted Answer

Mount Kosciuszko

Answer

Mount Kosciuszko in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales is Australia's highest peak at 2,228 metres above sea level.

Question 2

The Torres Strait separates mainland Australia from which nearby island territory?

Accepted Answer

Papua New Guinea

Answer

The Torres Strait separates Cape York Peninsula in Queensland from Papua New Guinea, and is dotted with many islands that are part of Queensland.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT one of Australia's six states?

Accepted Answer

Northern Territory

Answer

The Northern Territory is a territory, not a state — Australia's six states are NSW, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, and Tasmania.

Question 4

The city of Perth is the capital of which Australian state?

Accepted Answer

Western Australia

Answer

Perth is the capital and largest city of Western Australia and is one of the world's most geographically isolated major cities.

Question 5

Which ocean lies to the south of Australia's mainland?

Accepted Answer

Southern Ocean

Answer

The Southern Ocean lies immediately south of Australia's mainland, separating it from Antarctica.

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Australian Citizenship Test Practice Test

Citizenship Geography and States 5