Darwin serves as the capital city of the Northern Territory. According to the Australian Citizenship handbook, what type of landscape surrounds Darwin in the north, and how does this compare to the central part of the territory?
- The north is a tropical region, while the central part of the territory is a red desert centre containing landmarks like Uluru.Answer
- BThe north is a temperate forest region, while the central part of the territory is an alpine highland containing Mount Kosciuszko.
- CThe north is a coastal cliff region, while the central part of the territory is a fertile river valley containing the Blue Mountains.
Answer
The north of the Northern Territory is a tropical region, while the central part is a red desert centre containing landmarks like Uluru.
The correct answer accurately reflects the Australian Citizenship handbook's description of the Northern Territory as having a tropical north and a red desert centre. It correctly identifies that Darwin is located in the tropical north and that the central region is home to Uluru.
Step-by-Step Solution
Key Concept
Geographic regions and landscapes of the Northern Territory
Hints
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Think about the climate of Darwin, which is located in the far north of Australia.
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Recall the famous name for the central Australian desert where Uluru is located.
Practice More
Review the geographic features of each Australian state and territory to ensure you can distinguish between their unique landscapes and landmarks.
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