A. Oceania
B. Godwin Austin
C. Pecific
D. Austria
Submitted by: SYED AQIB JAVED SHAH
The continent of Australia is also known by other names to distinguish it from the country of Australia, including Sahul, Australia–New Guinea, Australinea, or Meganesia. However, for simplicity, it is often just referred to as Australia and is a unique “island continent” within the larger Oceania region.
Terms for the Australian Continent:
Sahul: A term used in some technical contexts, referring to the landmass of mainland Australia, New Guinea, and Tasmania.
Australia–New Guinea: A name that highlights the two major landmasses included in the continent.
Australinea: Another term for the combined landmass of Australia, New Guinea, and nearby islands.
Meganesia: Used to denote the larger island continent region.
Key Distinctions:
Island Continent:
Australia is often described as an “island continent” because it is the world’s smallest continent and the largest island.
Oceania:
The term Oceania is sometimes used for the broader region, which includes the continent of Australia along with other islands in the Pacific.
The correct answer to the question: "Continent Australia is also known as _____________?" is "Oceania".
