Sydney Savvy: How Well Do You Know the Harbour City?
Idyllic via DISCORD
Created 7/19/2024
Think you know everything about Sydney?
1. In what year was the Sydney Opera House officially opened?
2. Which Aboriginal clans are considered the traditional custodians of the land on which modern Sydney stands?
Noongar, Yawuru, Adnyamathanha
Yamatji, Koori, Warlpiri
Miriwoong, Yawuru, Gurindji
Darug, Dharawal, Eora
3. What was the primary purpose of the First Fleet led by Captain Arthur Phillip that founded Sydney in 1788?
Discover gold
Establish a penal colony
Establish a trading post
Form a new democracy
4. Which structure is located closely to the Sydney Opera House?
Sydney Town Hall
Queen Victoria Building
ANZAC Memorial
Sydney Harbour Bridge
5. Which Sydney beach is world-renowned for its surfing culture and vibrant lifestyle?
Coogee Beach
Manly Beach
Bondi Beach
Cronulla Beach
6. What cultural event in Sydney features impressive light displays and attracts millions of visitors each year?
Vivid Sydney
Sydney Festival
Mardi Gras
New Year's Eve
7. In which year was the city of Sydney officially declared a city?
8. Which notable figure significantly shaped the early development of Sydney during his governorship from 1810 to 1821?
James Cook
Lachlan Macquarie
John Hunter
Arthur Phillip
9. Which demographic characteristic is notable about Sydney?
Oldest city in Australia
Least densely populated
Smallest urban sprawl
Largest immigrant population
10. Which natural landmark located about 100 km west of Sydney is known for its scenic beauty and hiking trails?
Grampians
Hunter Valley
Blue Mountains
Snowy Mountains
11. Which industry significantly contributes to Sydney's economy?
Agriculture
Finance and insurance
Mining
Automotive manufacturing
12. Who is a well-known Australian actor that has frequently performed with the Sydney Theatre Company?
Hugo Weaving
Chris Hemsworth
Heath Ledger
Russell Crowe
