Ah, Australia—the land of contrasts. Yes, it’s home to some of the world’s most dangerous wildlife, from venomous snakes and massive spiders to sharks lurking off its stunning coastlines. But it’s also a place of jaw-dropping natural beauty, with vast canyons, pristine beaches, and the iconic Great Barrier Reef. It’s a country where you can spot cuddly koalas and bouncing kangaroos, but also one where locals embrace a culture that includes beloved national pastimes like throwing a “Barbie” (that’s a barbeque, not the doll) and slathering Vegemite on toast.
Australia is also the birthplace of many global icons—both human and architectural. Famous faces like Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman call it home, and who could forget the iconic Sydney Opera House, standing majestically by the harbour? Whether you’re drawn in by its rugged outback, the sparkling cities, or the unique Aussie culture, Australia is a land like no other.
Think you know all there is to know about this fascinating country? From Vegemite trivia to celebrity exports and from natural wonders to quirky Aussie slang, this quiz will put your knowledge of the Land Down Under to the test. Dive in and see how much you really know about Australia!
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Australian Rules Football
Australian Rules Football (also "Aussie Rules" or "footy") is a physical contact sport. It is a form of football with roots traceable from early forms of Rugby and Gaelic football, but it is uniquely Australian. Its rules were codified in 1858, and probably predate all other modern forms of football, such as American, Canadian, Rugby Union and League, Association (Soccer) and Gaelic football. Today it is a multi-million dollar business, with a National Competition and numerous smaller leagues.
Aussie Rules is played on cricket ovals; this means there are no standard dimensions for a football field (usually called "ground" or "paddock"). The field should be an oval between 135 and 185 meters in length and 110 and 155 meters in width. The goals are two sets of posts erected at the far ends of the oval. The ball is an oval bladder covered with leather, tanned for day use or colored visible yellow for night matches.
A team consists of 18 players. You can score a goal by kicking the ball between the two larger goal posts without being touched (there are also other ways of scoring). The length of one game is four quarters of 20 minutes playing time.
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