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Difficulty: MediumNew South Wales

Many of Australia's most recognizable symbols, such as the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House, are located in the nation's largest city. Which Australian state is home to these iconic landmarks?

  1. A
    Queensland
  2. New South WalesAnswer
  3. C
    Victoria

Answer

New South Wales is the state where the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House are located.
The correct answer is New South Wales because the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House are the primary landmarks of Sydney, which is the capital city of New South Wales.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the landmarks mentioned in the question.
The landmarks are the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House.
These are specific, world-famous structures that define a particular Australian city.
2
Recall the city where these landmarks are situated.
These landmarks are located in Sydney.
Sydney is widely recognized as the location of the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House.
3
Match the city to its respective state.
Sydney is the capital city of New South Wales.
The Australian Citizenship study guide identifies Sydney as the capital of New South Wales.

Key Concept

Identifying states by their major landmarks and capital cities.

Hints

1
Consider which state has Sydney as its capital city.
2
The landmarks mentioned are located in the first colony established by the British in Australia.

Practice More

Review the capital cities and primary landmarks for all six Australian states to ensure you can distinguish between them.
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