Captain James Cook

A historical painting of Captain James Cook exploring the Australian coastline, featuring his ship HMS Endeavour, surrounded by indigenous people and native flora.

Journey with Captain James Cook

Test your knowledge about one of the most famous explorers in history! This quiz delves into the life and voyages of Captain James Cook, the man who made significant contributions to the exploration of Australia and the Pacific.

Whether you’re a history buff or just curious about Cook's adventures, you'll find this quiz both enlightening and fun. Topics include:

  • His early life and background
  • Key voyages and discoveries
  • Impact on world exploration
10 Questions2 MinutesCreated by ExploringWave237
What year was Captain Cook born?
1728
1732
1740
1718
What country was James Cook born?
Holland
USA
England
France
What was the name of the ship that Cook was the Captain of in his first voyage?
HMS Endeavour
HMS Investigator
The Discovery
Terra Australis
RMS Titanic
The Victory
What bay in Australia did Cook first land?
Watsons Bay
Bonnet Bay
Botany Bay
Flinders Bay
Port Phillip Bay
King George Sound
How many years did Cooks first voyage last for?
1 year
2 years
3 years
6 years
4 years
What was the secret motive of Cook's expedition to the Southern Hemisphere?
The British government wanted to know more about Venus
The British government were actively searching for undiscovered land in the South
The British government thought there was undiscovered land in the North
The British government were interested in Holland's findings and wanted to take over their land
What occupations could be found on board his ship?
Convicts of all trades
Builders and Contractors
An Astronaut and Rocket Developer
An Astronomer and Botanist
What coast of Australia did Cook discover and accurately map out?
East Coast
West Coast
South Coast
North Coast
Tasmania Coast
Research - What was the goal of Captain James Cook's Second Expedition?
In your own words, explain how important Captain James Cook's discovery of Australia was for Australia's History.
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