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1. 1.

   Fill in the blanks.

   1. The __________ is the world's largest coral reef system.
   2. In terms of area, Australia is the _________ largest country in the world.
   3. _________ is the largest city in Australia.
   4. Melbourne is the capital of ___________.
   5. The Great Dividing Range extends from the __________ to Tasmania.
2. 2.

   State whether the following statements are 'true' or 'false'.

   1. The Australian Alps is the highest mountain range in the world.
   2. Australia comprises the mainland of the Australian continent, the island of Tasmania and numerous smaller islands.
   3. The Bass Strait separates Australia and New Guinea Island in the north.
   4. Australia is a federation of four states and two mainland territories.
   5. The rift valley is located in the southern part of Australia
3. 3.

   Match the following.

   Column I	Column II
   a. Hobart	i. Western Australia
   b. Northern Territory	ii. South Australia
   c. Perth	iii. Queensland
   d. Adelaide	iv. Darwin
   e. Brisbane	v. Tasmania

    

4. 4.

   Why is Australia called an island continent?

5. 5.

   Who was James Cook?

6. 6.

   Name the six physical divisions of Australia.