Australia

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Across
  1. 2. What is the only state in the country that is an island? It houses the second oldest city after Sydney, called Hobart, which was founded by the British as a penal colony in 1804.
  2. 4. What used to be a penal colony back in the colonial times? It’s also the land of the first settlers. It is the most populated state in Australia. Sydney is the capital of the state and is the nation’s largest city.
  3. 7. What is the largest state and houses the fourth most populated city in the country? During the end of the 19th century, the gold rush began here. Now mining is one of the biggest industries.
  4. 8. What is the second most populated state in Australia? It became popular during the gold rush as many settlers moved to the area. Melbourne is the capital of the state, and it is known as one of the most cultural cities in Australia as the early movements in art, film, television, dance, and music started there.
Down
  1. 1. What covers the most arid parts of the continent? This state borders with all the other continental states in Australia. It is well known for the large amount of festivals they offer around the year. The state capital is Adelaide.
  2. 3. What houses the Kakadu National Park? Its capital is Darwin, located on the northern coast of Australia. It offers beautiful landscapes, and people can enjoy the local wildlife, waterfalls, and the popular aboriginal rock art.
  3. 5. What is one of the largest states in Australia? It is well known for various outdoor activities and sports. People that visit the area can find fabulous locations as Great Barrier Reef and five World Heritage listed areas. The state capital is Brisbane.
  4. 6. What is the capital of Australia? It is home to the Parliament House, the High Court, and many government departments, institutions, and agencies. It is located in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT).