Which is the largest island (excluding Australia) by area is:

A. Madagascar
B. New Guinea
C. Greenland 
D. Sumatra

🧠 Explanation:

Greenland is the largest island excluding Australia. “Island” is a noun; “largest” is an adjective. Alternatives like “landmass” exist, but Greenland is recognized specifically as an island, surrounded by water. Geographic understanding of landforms is essential in earth sciences and map studies.