Do You Know All The Facts About Australia?
What do you know about Australia? Australia is the aridest, the populated continent on earth. Australia's interior area has one of the lowest rainfalls in the world, and the weather in approximately three-quarters of the land is arid or semi-arid. Its fertile areas are well watered. However, these are used very effectively to help feed the world. How much do you know about Australia, the quiz will tell the tail.
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Which radio presenter once had a Saturday morning program on 3CS Colac called "Trad and All That Jazz"?
- A.
Ian Macrae
- B.
Big Sam Kronja
- C.
Simon Townsend
- D.
Colin Mcewan
Correct Answer
A. Ian MacraeExplanation
Ian Macrae is the correct answer because he had a Saturday morning program called "Trad and All That Jazz" on 3CS Colac.Rate this question:
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Which West Australian town was relocated in 1925 from the mouth of the Ashburton River to a site on Beadon Bay?
- A.
Dampier
- B.
Pannawonica
- C.
Onslow
- D.
Paraburdoo
Correct Answer
C. OnslowExplanation
Onslow is the correct answer because it was the West Australian town that was relocated in 1925 from the mouth of the Ashburton River to a site on Beadon Bay.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Where in Australia were the Sara quadruplets born in 1950?
- A.
Kempsey, N.S.W.
- B.
Bellingen, N.S.W.
- C.
Punchbowl, N.S.W.
- D.
Bundaberg, Q.
Correct Answer
B. Bellingen, N.S.W.Explanation
The Sara quadruplets were born in Bellingen, N.S.W. This information is not explicitly stated in the question, but it can be inferred from the given options. The options are different locations in Australia, and Bellingen, N.S.W. is one of those options. Therefore, it can be concluded that the Sara quadruplets were born in Bellingen, N.S.W.Rate this question:
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What was the original name given to the settlement where Launceston, Tasmania stands today?
- A.
King's Town
- B.
Tasmanville
- C.
Patersonia
- D.
Tamartown
Correct Answer
C. PatersoniaExplanation
The original name given to the settlement where Launceston, Tasmania stands today was Patersonia.Rate this question:
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What is generally accepted as being the wettest place, that is, the place with the highest average annual rainfall, in Australia?
- A.
Tully, Q.
- B.
Etty Bay, Q.
- C.
Macquarie Harbour, T.
- D.
Melbourne, V.
Correct Answer
A. Tully, Q.Explanation
Tully, Queensland is generally accepted as being the wettest place in Australia, with the highest average annual rainfall. This is evidenced by its location in the Wet Tropics region of Queensland, which experiences a tropical climate and receives heavy rainfall throughout the year. Tully is known for its lush rainforests and is famous for its annual rainfall exceeding 4,000 millimeters.Rate this question:
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What did Myrtle Woods first begin advertising on Australian television in 1963?
- A.
Granny Davis Bread
- B.
Semak Vitamizers
- C.
Ansell Rubber Gloves
- D.
The National Road Safety Council's Warnings To Children
Correct Answer
A. Granny Davis BreadExplanation
Myrtle Woods first began advertising Granny Davis Bread on Australian television in 1963.Rate this question:
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Where were General Macarthur's headquarters in Brisbane during the Second World War?
- A.
In A Temporary Building Erected In The Botanical Gardens
- B.
In The Queensland Parliament Buildings
- C.
In An Annexe Of The Governor Of Queensland's Official Guesthouse
- D.
In A Building On Queen Street
Correct Answer
D. In A Building On Queen StreetExplanation
During the Second World War, General Macarthur's headquarters in Brisbane were located in a building on Queen Street.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How many Top 40 hits did Australian Johnny O'Keefe have between 1958 and 1964?
- A.
27
- B.
24
- C.
30
- D.
39
Correct Answer
B. 24Explanation
Between 1958 and 1964, Australian Johnny O'Keefe had a total of 24 Top 40 hits.Rate this question:
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Which Australian town was founded by the Catholic Bishop of Brisbane and 11 Carmelite nuns in 1880?
- A.
Mt Morgan, Q.
- B.
Murwillumbah, N.S.W.
- C.
Tully, Q.
- D.
Innisfail, Q.
Correct Answer
D. Innisfail, Q.Explanation
Innisfail, Q. was founded by the Catholic Bishop of Brisbane and 11 Carmelite nuns in 1880. This town was established in Queensland, Australia, and it is known for its strong Catholic influence due to its founding history. The town's establishment by religious figures highlights the importance of religion in the community's development and cultural heritage.Rate this question:
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Who described the Melbourne Cup during the first direct telecast of the great race in 1978?
- A.
Bill Collins
- B.
Clem Dimsey
- C.
Phillip Gibbs
- D.
John Russell
Correct Answer
B. Clem DimseyExplanation
Clem Dimsey described the Melbourne Cup during the first direct telecast of the great race in 1978.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What is "Down Home" a book by Peter Conrad, about?
- A.
1960's Australian Rock Groups
- B.
A Queensland Sugar Cane Farm
- C.
Australian Farming Practices
- D.
Tasmania
Correct Answer
D. TasmaniaExplanation
"Down Home" is a book by Peter Conrad that is about Tasmania. The other options mentioned in the question are unrelated to the book's subject matter.Rate this question:
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Who played the part of Tarzan in the 1950's radio serial of the same name?
- A.
Bud Tingwell
- B.
Sydney Connabere
- C.
Rod Taylor
- D.
Kev Golsby
Correct Answer
C. Rod TaylorExplanation
Rod Taylor played the part of Tarzan in the 1950's radio serial of the same name.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Who lost his position as Minister for Northern Australia in November 1975?
- A.
Dr Rex Patterson
- B.
Al Grassby
- C.
Rex Connor
- D.
Paul Keating
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Where was noted golden-voiced announcer, John Laws, born?
- A.
Sydney
- B.
Suva, Fiji
- C.
Wau, New Guinea.
- D.
Egypt
Correct Answer
C. Wau, New Guinea. -
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Which actor did not take part in the filming of the 1956 movie "King of the Coral Sea"?
- A.
Rod Taylor
- B.
Kenric Hudson
- C.
Chips Rafferty
- D.
Charles Tingwell
Correct Answer
B. Kenric HudsonExplanation
Kenric Hudson did not take part in the filming of the 1956 movie "King of the Coral Sea".Rate this question:
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Who hosted the very first "Sunday Night Countdown" program in 1975, in Australia?
- A.
Ken Sparkes
- B.
Johnny Farnham
- C.
Ian Buckland
- D.
Ross D. Wylie
Correct Answer
B. Johnny FarnhamExplanation
Johnny Farnham hosted the very first "Sunday Night Countdown" program in 1975 in Australia.Rate this question:
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On which Australian television program did Buster Fiddes and Sydney Heylen appear?
- A.
In Melbourne Tonight
- B.
A Couple Of Mugs
- C.
Peters Fun Fare
- D.
Sunnyside Up
Correct Answer
D. Sunnyside UpExplanation
Buster Fiddes and Sydney Heylen appeared on the Australian television program "Sunnyside Up."Rate this question:
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On which national holiday in 1998 was the Northern Territory town of Katherine severely flooded by the swollen waters of the Katherine River?
- A.
The Queen's Birthday
- B.
Australia Day
- C.
A.N.Z.A.C. Day
- D.
New Year's Day
Correct Answer
B. Australia DayExplanation
In 1998, the Northern Territory town of Katherine experienced severe flooding due to the swollen waters of the Katherine River. This happened on Australia Day, which is a national holiday in Australia celebrated on January 26th.Rate this question:
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What is Townsville's twin city?
- A.
Dalrymple
- B.
Bowen
- C.
Thuringowa
- D.
Cardwell
Correct Answer
C. ThuringowaExplanation
Thuringowa is the twin city of Townsville. Twin cities are two cities that have a special relationship and often engage in cultural, economic, and social exchanges. Thuringowa and Townsville have a close connection and collaborate on various initiatives, such as tourism promotion and economic development.Rate this question:
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Which team played Carlton in the notoriously vicious 1945 V.F.L. Grand Final?
- A.
Melbourne
- B.
South Melbourne
- C.
Richmond
- D.
St Kilda
Correct Answer
B. South MelbourneExplanation
In the notoriously vicious 1945 V.F.L. Grand Final, South Melbourne played against Carlton.Rate this question:
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