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7 fact-checked facts about australia's geography, wildlife and history, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.

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The basics

What is the capital of Australia?

AnswerCanberra

Canberra was purpose-built as the capital.

What is the world's largest coral reef system, off Queensland?

AnswerThe Great Barrier Reef

It stretches over 2,000 km along Australia's northeast coast.

Going deeper

How many states does Australia have?

AnswerSix

The six states are joined by mainland territories.

Which egg-laying mammal with a duck-like bill is native to Australia?

AnswerPlatypus

The platypus is one of the few mammals that lay eggs.

In which year did Sydney host the Summer Olympics?

Answer2000

The Sydney Games were held in September 2000.

Expert level

In which year did the First Fleet of British ships arrive at Sydney Cove?

Answer1788

It arrived in January 1788.

What is the highest mountain on the Australian mainland?

AnswerMount Kosciuszko

Mount Kosciuszko rises about 2,228 meters.

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