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Tasmania

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Question 1Question →

Hobart is the capital city of Tasmania, Australia's smallest state. When considering the history of Australian capital cities, which of the following statements is correct regarding the age of Hobart?

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Answer: It is the second oldest capital city in Australia

Answer

Hobart is the second oldest capital city in Australia.
The correct answer is that Hobart is the second oldest capital city because it was established in 1804, shortly after the first settlement at Sydney Cove in 1788.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Recall the establishment of the first Australian colony and its capital.
Sydney was established in 1788 as the first capital city.
This sets the baseline for the 'oldest' city in Australia.
2
Identify the year Hobart was established as a capital.
Hobart was established in 1804.
Knowing the specific date allows for historical ranking.
3
Compare the establishment dates of all Australian capital cities.
Hobart (1804) follows Sydney (1788) and precedes cities like Brisbane (1824) and Perth (1829).
This confirms Hobart's rank as second oldest.

Key Concept

History and geography of Tasmania

Hints

1
Think about which city was founded first during the arrival of the First Fleet.
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Sydney was established in 1788. Hobart was the next major capital city to be founded.
3
Hobart was founded in 1804, which is earlier than Melbourne, Brisbane, or Perth.

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Review the geographic features of Tasmania, such as the Bass Strait and its protected wilderness areas.
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Question 2Question →

As Australia’s only island state, Tasmania is separated from the mainland by a specific body of water. Which of the following correctly describes Tasmania's location and environment?

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Answer: It is separated from the mainland by the Bass Strait and features a landscape of rugged mountains and wilderness.

Answer

The correct description is that Tasmania is separated from the mainland by the Bass Strait and features a landscape of rugged mountains and wilderness.
Tasmania is the only state in Australia that is an island. It is separated from the mainland by the Bass Strait. Geographically, it is known for its rugged landscape, which includes mountains, valleys, and vast areas of wilderness, much of which is protected in national parks.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the geographical status of Tasmania.
Tasmania is Australia's only island state.
Knowing its unique status as an island helps differentiate it from the mainland states.
2
Recall the body of water that separates Tasmania from the mainland.
The Bass Strait separates Tasmania from the state of Victoria.
This is a key fact required for the Australian Citizenship Test regarding state geography.
3
Identify the primary environmental characteristics of the state.
Tasmania is famous for its rugged mountains, deep valleys, and large areas of protected wilderness.
Landscape features are part of the specific descriptions provided in the official 'Our Common Bond' resource.

Key Concept

Tasmania's geography and identity as an island state.

Hints

1
Think about whether Tasmania is attached to the mainland or separated by water.
2
The body of water separating Tasmania from Victoria starts with the letter 'B'.
3
Tasmania is Australia's island state and is famous for its national parks and Hobart as its capital.

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Review the names and locations of all six states and their respective capitals to avoid confusion during the test.
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Question 3Question →

Tasmania is unique as Australia's smallest state and is separated from the mainland by the Bass Strait. Beyond its geography, which of the following facts correctly describes the history or status of Tasmania?

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Answer: Its capital city, Hobart, is the second oldest capital city in Australia.

Answer

Tasmania's capital city, Hobart, is the second oldest capital city in Australia.
The correct answer is that Hobart is the second oldest capital city in Australia. Established in 1804, it follows Sydney (1788) as the second permanent European settlement to become a capital city.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Determine the constitutional status of Tasmania.
Tasmania is one of the six original states of Australia, not a territory.
Understanding the difference between states and territories is a fundamental part of Australian geography and government.
2
Identify the capital city of Tasmania.
The capital city of Tasmania is Hobart.
Each state has a specific capital city that serves as its administrative center.
3
Recall the historical founding order of Australian capitals.
Sydney was founded first (1788), followed by Hobart (1804).
Historical context helps distinguish Tasmania's capital from other cities like Melbourne or Brisbane.

Key Concept

Tasmania's status as a state and the historical significance of its capital, Hobart.

Hints

1
Consider whether Tasmania is a state or a territory and what its specific capital city is called.
2
Recall that Sydney was the first capital city established. Think about which city came shortly after in the early 1800s.
3
Tasmania is a state, and its capital is Hobart. Hobart was founded in 1804, making it very old in terms of European settlement in Australia.

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Review the founding dates and capital cities for all six Australian states to ensure you can distinguish between them.
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Question 4Question →

Australia is comprised of various regions with distinct geographic and political identities. Which of the following statements correctly describes the state of Tasmania?

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Answer: It is an island separated from the mainland by a body of water, and its capital is Hobart.

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The correct answer is that Tasmania is an island separated from the mainland by a body of water, and its capital is Hobart.
Tasmania is Australia's smallest state and is the only one separated from the mainland. It is an island located across the Bass Strait, and its capital city is Hobart, which is also the second oldest capital city in Australia.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the geographical status of Tasmania.
Tasmania is an island located to the south of the Australian mainland.
Geographic classification is the first step in distinguishing between the various states.
2
Determine the political status of the region.
Tasmania is one of the six states of Australia, not a territory.
Understanding the constitutional status helps differentiate it from regions like the Northern Territory.
3
Identify the capital city of Tasmania.
The capital city of Tasmania is Hobart.
Each state has a specific capital city that must be correctly matched.

Key Concept

The geography and political status of Tasmania

Hints

1
Consider whether Tasmania is connected to the rest of the Australian continent by land.
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Question 5Question →

Although it is the smallest state in Australia, Tasmania is known for its unique geography. Which of the following is a true statement about Tasmania?

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Answer: It is an island state separated from the mainland by Bass Strait

Answer

The correct answer is that Tasmania is an island state separated from the mainland by Bass Strait.
The correct answer accurately identifies that Tasmania is an island state and correctly names Bass Strait as the body of water that separates it from the Australian mainland.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the status of Tasmania within the Australian federation.
Tasmania is one of the 66 states of Australia.
To distinguish it from the territories.
2
Recall the geographic location and physical features of Tasmania.
It is an island located to the south of the mainland.
Geography is a key identifier for this state.
3
Identify the specific body of water separating it from the mainland.
The body of water is Bass Strait.
This is a specific fact required for the citizenship test.

Key Concept

Tasmania's status as an island state and its geographic separation by Bass Strait.

Hints

1
Think about whether Tasmania is attached to the rest of the continent or if it is an island.
2
Remember that Tasmania is a state, not a territory, and it is the smallest of all the states.
3
The body of water between the mainland and the island of Tasmania starts with the letter 'B'.

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Review the names of the capital cities for each of the 66 states and 22 territories to avoid confusion.
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Question 6Question →

Tasmania is an island state separated from the Australian mainland by Bass Strait. Besides being the smallest state, what is a significant portion of Tasmania famous for being protected as?

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Answer: National parks and wilderness areas

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The correct answer is that a significant portion of Tasmania is protected as national parks and wilderness areas.
The correct answer is correct because the official Australian citizenship test materials emphasize that Tasmania is the smallest state and that a large portion of the island is dedicated to national parks and wilderness areas.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the geographical status of Tasmania.
Tasmania is Australia's only island state, separated by Bass Strait.
This sets the context for the state's unique environment.
2
Recall the key administrative and natural facts about Tasmania from the official guide.
It is the smallest state and is famous for its natural beauty and wilderness.
The official citizenship material highlights that much of the state is protected as national parks.
3
Select the option that matches these features.
National parks and wilderness areas.
This matches the official description of Tasmania's landscape.

Key Concept

Tasmania's status as the smallest state and its association with national parks and wilderness.
Estimated Time:45s
Question 7Question →

Australia is comprised of six states and two mainland territories. Which of the following cities is the capital of Tasmania?

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Answer: Hobart

Answer

The capital of Tasmania is Hobart.
Hobart is the capital city of Tasmania, which is the island state located to the south of the Australian mainland.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the specific state mentioned in the question.
The question asks for the capital of Tasmania.
Focusing on the target state allows for the retrieval of its specific capital from memory or study materials.
2
Recall the capital cities for the Australian states and select the match for Tasmania.
Hobart is identified as the correct capital.
Each state has a unique capital; Hobart belongs to Tasmania, while Melbourne belongs to Victoria and Perth belongs to Western Australia.

Key Concept

Australian State Capitals

Hints

1
Think of the capital city of Australia's smallest state, which is an island.
2
The name of this capital city begins with the letter 'H'.
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Question 8Question →

Tasmania is one of Australia's six states and is unique due to its geographical location. To travel from the Australian mainland to the capital city of Hobart, which body of water must be crossed?

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Answer: The Bass Strait

Answer

The correct answer is the Bass Strait, which is the body of water separating Tasmania from the Australian mainland.
The Bass Strait is the official name of the body of water that separates the island state of Tasmania from the Australian mainland. Hobart is the capital city of Tasmania, located on the island's southern coast.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the geographical status of Tasmania.
Tasmania is Australia's smallest state and is an island located south of the mainland.
Understanding that Tasmania is an island is the first step in determining how to reach it.
2
Recall the name of the body of water between Victoria and Tasmania.
The body of water is named the Bass Strait.
This specific geographic detail is required to correctly identify the separation between the mainland and the island state.
3
Confirm the capital city of Tasmania.
The capital city of Tasmania is Hobart.
Combining the location and the capital city confirms the correct destination.

Key Concept

Geography and location of Tasmania

Hints

1
Think about the body of water located between the state of Victoria and the island state of Tasmania.

Practice More

Review the names and locations of all six Australian states and their capital cities to avoid confusion between different regions.
Estimated Time:45s
Question 9Question →

Which Australian state is located south of the mainland across a stretch of sea and features a capital city established as the second oldest in the nation?

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Answer: Tasmania

Answer

Tasmania is the state located south of the mainland with Hobart as its capital, which is the second oldest capital city in Australia.
Tasmania is Australia's only island state, separated from the mainland by the Bass Strait. Its capital city, Hobart, was founded in 1804, which makes it the second oldest capital city in Australia after Sydney (founded in 1788).

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the geographical location mentioned in the question.
The state is an island located south of the Australian mainland.
The description 'across a stretch of sea' identifies the state as Tasmania, which is separated from the mainland by the Bass Strait.
2
Verify the status of the capital city.
The capital of Tasmania is Hobart, which was founded in 1804.
According to the Australian citizenship resource, Hobart is Australia's second oldest capital city after Sydney.

Key Concept

Tasmania's status as an island state and the historical significance of its capital city.

Hints

1
Think about which of Australia's six states is an island.
2
The state is separated from the mainland by the Bass Strait and its capital is Hobart.

Practice More

Review the unique geographic and historical features of each Australian state to distinguish them clearly.
Estimated Time:45s
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