1. The borders of countries are decided by people. But oceans usually form the borders of continents. What
about islands? Islands are often considered part of the continent they are closest to. Greenland, for
example, is politically part of Europe. However, it belongs geographically to the continent of North
America. Oceania is a name used to describe many islands in the Pacific Ocean. Most of these islands
aren't part of any continent. The islands of Oceania include Fiji, Tonga and Samoa.
Australia, a continent and a country, is bordered by the Indian Ocean to the west and the Pacific Ocean to
the east. Of all the continents, Australia is the smallest. But, as a country, it is the sixth largest in the world.
The biggest cities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth. Much of this continent is called
the "outback." The outback is a remote and partly desert region in the interior, or away from the coast.
Koalas, kangaroos, emus and platypus are some of the unique animals that call Australia home.
Which of these is a true statement?
A. Australia is a continent that includes three
countries.
C. No country is larger than Australia.
B. Australia is the sixth largest continent.
D. No continent is smaller than Australia.