AUSTRALIA REVISION QUESTIONS 2024

1. What is the population of the Australia? (1)

2. What is the capital city of Australia? (1)

3. What is the major religion in Australia? (1)

4. What language is spoken in Australia? (1)

5. What currency do they use in Australia? (1)

6. What is the main gateway city into Australia from South Africa? (1)

7. How long is the flight from South Africa to Australia? (1)

8. Name two major airports in the Australia (2)

9. Name the four big airlines in Australia (4)

10. How do the different climate zones in Australia impact tourism in various regions
throughout the year? (3)

11. What are the long-term effects of climate change on Australia's environment, and how
might this influence future tourism? (2)

12. What is the easiest way to get around Australia? (1)

13. Name domestic airlines found in Australia. (4)

14. How do Australia’s bus and coach services provide a cost-effective alternative for long-
distance travel, and what amenities do they offer? (2)

15. Why would you recommend self-drives to your clients (1)

16. What are the advantages of renting a car for road trips across Australia’s famous routes,
like the Great Ocean Road? (1)

17. Why would you recommend train travel to your clients? (1)

18. How do iconic train journeys like The Ghan and Indian Pacific offer unique experiences for
tourists exploring Australia? (2)

19. How does the Spirit of Tasmania ferry service connect mainland Australia with Tasmania?
(1)

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 20. What attractions can tourists enjoy on the Spirit of Tasmania ferry journey? (2)

21. What makes Perth a popular destination for outdoor activities (1)

22. Name popular activities and things to do in Perth (1)

23. How do Kings Park and Botanic Garden contribute to Perth’s appeal as an eco-tourism

destination? (2)

24. What are the various recreational activities available along the Swan River that attract both
locals and tourists? (3)

25. Why would you recommend the hop-on hop-off tour to tourists? (1)

26. What can tourists do to enhance the hop-on hop-off tour experience of exploring Perth's
key attractions?
(3)

27. What recommendation will you give your clients who would like to tour the city of Adelaide?
(2)

28. What is the main attraction when visiting Cleland Wildlife Park from Adelaide? (3)

29. Which tour is recommended for wine enthusiasts in the Barossa Valley from Adelaide? (1)

30. What is the significance of the Adelaide Central Market? (1)

31. What can tourists expect in the market? (2)

32. When is the best time to visit the market for bargain hunters? (1)

33. Name the second largest city in Australia. (1)

34. What is Melbourne's biggest sporting event? (1)

35. Where can you watch Cricket in Melbourne? (1)

36. What recommendation will you give your clients who are interested in exploring the city?
(1)

37. What is the maximum capacity for Melbourne Cricket Ground? (2)

38. Why would you recommend a visit to Melbourne Cricket Ground and the National Sports
Museum to your clients? (1)

39. Why would you recommend a full-day tour of the Great Ocean Road to your clients? (3)
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 40. Where can you see grey kangaroos and swamp wallabies? (1)

41. Which city in Australia has parliament buildings? (1)

42. Name places that tourists can visit in the city centre of Canberra. (3)

43. Which activity is popular in Lake Burley Griffin (1)

44. Why would you recommend the National Gallery of Australia (1)

45. What is the popular monument commemorating Australia's war fatalities? (1)

46. What is the name of the oldest city in Australia? (1)

47. What is the name of the heritage site found in Sydney (1)

48. What was Sydney’s best-known landmark before the construction of the Sydney Opera
House? (1)

49. Which area in Australia became the country's first site of European settlement (1)

50. How many heritage sites can be found in The Rocks (1)

51. What are the popular things to do in Circular Quay, Sydney? (1)

52. What is included in the all-inclusive Blue Mountains Day Trip from Sydney? (5)

53. What is the duration and what is the cost of the ride for the Sydney Harbour Tour? (1)

54. What is Australia's version of Miami Beach? (1)

55. What is the name of the National Park, located in the Gold Coast Hinterlands? (1)

56. Why is Cairns considered a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef? (1)

57. What are some of the activities visitors can enjoy along the Cairns Esplanade? (2)

58. How long is the Great Barrier Reef, and what makes it one of the richest ecosystems on the
planet? (1)

59. What are the options available for touring the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns? (2)

60. What free attractions can visitors enjoy along the Cairns Esplanade? (4)

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 61. What are the main attractions in Kuranda that draw day-trip visitors? (3)

62. What are the different ways tourists can reach Kuranda? (1)

63. How far is Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park from Cairns? (1)

64. What cultural activities are available for visitors at the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park? (1)

65. What makes Darwin one of the most multicultural cities in Australia? (1)

66. What wildlife adventures are popular for visitors in Darwin? (1)

67. Why do tourists visit Mindil Beach and Sunset Market? (1)

68. When is the Mindil Beach Sunset Market held? (1)

69. What can visitors expect during a sunset dinner cruise in Darwin? (2)

70. Why is Darwin’s fresh-caught seafood a highlight of the dinner cruise? (1)

71. What makes Litchfield National Park a unique experience for visitors? (1)
Guest gets to swim in the rock pool and meet a crocodile.

Watch the video: A Brief History of Australia and answer the following questions.

72. The violence that broke out between the European settlers and the Aboriginal people was
known as…? (1)

73. European settlements in Australia were founded on the basis of Terra Nullius – which
means? (1)

Watch the video: Top 10 Destinations in Australia and answer the following questions.

74. Which area is advised if you have a group of wine lovers on your tour? (1)

75. What is the major attraction at Whitsunday Islands? (1)

76. The attraction Lord Howe Island has a sensitive ecosystem and Australia only allows how
many tourists on the island at a time? (1)

77. The Island of Tasmania in Australia is rich in which activities and sites? (2)

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 78. Which area is advised in Australia if you have a group who wants to explore the open road?
(1)

79. The Kakadu National Park in Australia is well known for its… (2)

Watch the video: Top 10 places to visit in Sydney and answer the following questions.
80. What is the main activity in the Queen Victoria building? (1)

81. What is Sydney’s tallest structure? (1)

82. What features or facilities does the Sydney Oprah House offer? (3)

83. What is the nickname of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in Australia? (1)

84. Name domestic airlines found in Australia. (4)

85. What is recommended for clients who would like to sightsee on water while in Sydney?
Name the various options (2)

86. When in Sydney what are the popular activities people like to do at the Barangaroo
Reserve? (1)

Watch the video: Adelaide Vacation Travel Guide and answer the following questions.

87. What is the width of Adelaide’s city grid? (1)

88. Which was one of the first European settlements in Adelaide? (1)

89. The City of Adelaide was founded by which group of people? (1)

90. Where in Adelaide can tourists learn about the cultures in Australia before the Europeans
arrived? (1)

91. What attraction in Adelaide will you recommend to clients who love gardens? (1)

92. The city of Adelaide is the gateway to which two wine regions? (1)

Watch the video: 10 Amazing Things to do in Canberra and answer the following questions.

93. Instead of walking on the parliament precinct of Canberra tourists can also partake in which
alternative way to tour the parliament precinct? (1)

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 94. Which tour was highlighted in the video as the best way to enjoy a beer tasting in

Canberra? (2)

95. The Museum of Australian Democracy used to serve what purpose in the past? (1)

96. What attraction in Canberra would you recommend to clients interested in wildlife and
marine life? (1)

Watch the video: Top 10 Things To Do In Melbourne and answer the following questions.

97. What is Luna Park? (1)

98. Where in Melbourne can tourists experience an African Game experience? (1)

99. What is a great way to see Melbourne on a tour in your own time at leisure? (1)

100. Which National Park is available on the outskirts of Melbourne for tourists to connect
with nature and catch up on some bird watching?

101. What attraction will you recommend to your clients who want to see the city of
Melbourne from above? (1)

Watch the video: Australia’s Gold Coast Vacation Guide and answer the following
questions.

102. What is the name of the observation deck on the Gold Coast (1)

103. Name Australia’s largest theme park which appears in the video. (1)

104. What is the name of the airport that receives most of the Gold Coast’s international
visitors? (1)

105. Which attraction in the Gold Coast of Australia will you recommend for clients
interested in the country lifestyle of Australia? (1)

106. Which attraction in the Gold Coast of Australia will you recommend for clients
interested in rainforest trails? (1)

107. Which attraction in the Gold Coast of Australia will you recommend for clients
interested in visiting a National Park? (1)

Watch the video: Australia’s Gold Coast Vacation Guide and answer the following
questions.

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 108. When was the Great Barrier Reef established as a national park? (1)
1975

109. When was the Great Barrier Reef declared as a World Heritage site? (1)
1981

110. What percentage of the Great Barrier Reef is fully protected from fishing and other
extractive activities? (1)
33%

110 Questions
Good Luck!

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