Antarctica: Geography, Climate, and Wildlife for Year 5

Question 1

What is the biggest animal that lives in Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Blue Whale

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Leopard Seal

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Emperor Penguin

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Giant Petrel

Question 2

What is the main reason Antarctica is the coldest and driest continent on Earth?

Accepted Answer

Its thick layer of ice and snow

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Its proximity to the South Pole

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Its lack of wind

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Its absence of trees

Question 3

Which ocean surrounds the continent of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Southern Ocean

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Indian Ocean

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Arctic Ocean

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Atlantic Ocean

Question 4

Why is it essential to safeguard Antarctica from pollution and human impact?

Accepted Answer

Preserving its unique wildlife

Accepted Answer

Maintaining Earth's climate balance

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Exploiting valuable resources

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Promoting tourism development

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a physical feature of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

The Amazon River

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The Transantarctic Mountains

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The Ross Ice Shelf

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The South Pole

Question 6

Which of these is NOT a physical feature found in Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

The Amazon rainforest

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The Transantarctic Mountains

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The Ross Ice Shelf

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The South Pole

Question 7

Which continent is the coldest on Earth?

Accepted Answer

Antarctica

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Asia

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North America

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Australia

Question 8

What is NOT a feature found in Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Tropical rainforests

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Vast ice sheets

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Icebergs

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Emperor penguins

Question 9

Which of these is NOT a feature of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

The Great Barrier Reef

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The Transantarctic Mountains

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The Ross Ice Shelf

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The Antarctic Peninsula

Question 10

Which mountain range is located in Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

The Transantarctic Mountains

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The Amazon Rainforest

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The Andes Mountains

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The Great Barrier Reef

Question 11

What is the name of the biggest ice sheet in Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

East Antarctic Ice Sheet

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Ross Ice Shelf

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Filchner-Ronne Ice Shelf

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West Antarctic Ice Sheet

Question 12

Antarctica is known for its freezing temperatures and vast icy landscapes. Which of the following is NOT a physical feature of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

The Great Barrier Reef

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The Antarctic Ice Sheet

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The Transantarctic Mountains

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The Ross Sea

Question 13

Antarctica is known for its unique landscape. Which of the following is a famous mountain range found there?

Accepted Answer

The Transantarctic Mountains

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Mount Everest

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The Great Barrier Reef

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The Andes Mountains

Question 14

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of Antarctica's climate?

Accepted Answer

Heavy rainfall

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Freezing temperatures

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Powerful winds

Question 15

Which flightless bird is native to Antarctica and known for its black and white feathers and waddling walk?

Accepted Answer

Penguin

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Albatross

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Arctic fox

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Polar bear

Question 16

What sets Antarctica apart from all other continents?

Accepted Answer

It is the coldest, driest, highest, and windiest continent.

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It is surrounded by oceans.

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It has the largest population of penguins.

Question 17

Who was the first explorer to reach the South Pole?

Accepted Answer

Roald Amundsen

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James Cook

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Ernest Shackleton

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Robert Falcon Scott

Question 18

Which mountain range stretches across the entire continent of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Transantarctic Mountains

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Amazon rainforest

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Sahara Desert

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Great Barrier Reef

Question 19

What poses a significant risk to the environment of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Rising sea levels caused by global warming

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Cutting down forests for logging and farming

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Pollution in the air from factories

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Not enough water due to little rainfall

Question 20

Which place is known for its freezing temperatures and holds the record for the coldest place on Earth?

Accepted Answer

Antarctica, the icy continent at the South Pole

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Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world

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The Sahara Desert, a vast area of sand dunes

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The Amazon Rainforest, the largest rainforest in the world

Question 21

What is a unique characteristic of Emperor Penguins, the largest penguin species in Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Elaborate courtship rituals and long breeding cycles

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White feathers with black markings on wings and backs

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Colorful crest on their heads

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Webbed feet for swimming long distances

Question 22

What sets Antarctica's climate apart from other continents?

Accepted Answer

It's the coldest and driest continent on Earth.

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It has extreme temperatures, with scorching summers and freezing winters.

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It has a mild climate with moderate temperatures year-round.

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It has a tropical climate with lush rainforests and abundant wildlife.

Question 23

How does Antarctica contribute to the well-being of our planet?

Accepted Answer

It helps regulate Earth's temperature by reflecting sunlight and storing carbon dioxide.

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It provides a significant food source for people worldwide.

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It has no influence on Earth's climate or environment.

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It's a popular tourist spot that supports local economies.

Question 24

Which ice sheet is the largest on Earth and covers most of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Antarctic Ice Sheet

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Greenland Ice Sheet

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Arctic Ice Sheet

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Patagonian Ice Sheet

Question 25

What is the name of the icy continent located at the South Pole?

Accepted Answer

Antarctica

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Arctic

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Australia

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Europe

Question 26

Antarctica is a continent covered in ice. Which of these is NOT a physical feature of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Rainforests

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Mountains

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Ice shelves

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The South Pole

Question 27

Which of these is NOT a physical feature of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

A large population of penguins

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The Transantarctic Mountains

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The Ross Sea

Question 28

Which continent is the biggest and has the most ice on Earth?

Accepted Answer

Antarctica

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Asia

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Africa

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North America

Question 29

Antarctica is known for its distinct climate. Which of these options accurately describes the typical year-round weather conditions in Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Extremely cold, dry, and windy

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Warm and rainy

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Hot and humid

Question 30

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of Antarctica's climate?

Accepted Answer

Seasons with large temperature differences

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Extremely cold temperatures

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Low levels of precipitation

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High winds and blizzards

Question 31

What ocean surrounds Antarctica, the coldest continent on Earth?

Accepted Answer

Southern Ocean

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Arctic Ocean

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Pacific Ocean

Question 32

Which expedition was crucial in mapping Antarctica's coastline and uncovering new lands?

Accepted Answer

Russian Antarctic Expedition led by Fabian Gottlieb von Bellingshausen and Mikhail Lazarev

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Sir Ernest Shackleton's Endurance Expedition

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Captain James Cook's Third Voyage

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Roald Amundsen's South Pole Expedition

Question 33

How does Antarctica's unique environment help us understand and predict global climate change?

Accepted Answer

It has the largest ice sheet on Earth, which holds data on past climate.

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Its extreme weather makes it hard to study.

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Its wildlife is not affected by climate change.

Question 34

What geological process has been most important in shaping the landscape of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Glacial erosion

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Volcanic activity

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Plate tectonics

Question 35

Antarctica's coastline is unique. Which of these describes how its coastline has formed?

Accepted Answer

Ice shelves, floating ice platforms, break off to form icebergs, shaping the coastline.

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Rocky cliffs dominate the coastline due to the thick ice sheet covering the continent.

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Sandy beaches and dunes are common due to Antarctica's warm climate and rainfall.

Question 36

Which continent is the largest in size?

Accepted Answer

Asia

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Africa

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North America

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Europe

Question 37

Which mountain range divides Antarctica into East and West Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

The Transantarctic Mountains

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The Andes

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The Himalayas

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The Rocky Mountains

Question 38

Which ocean is the largest one around Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

The Pacific Ocean

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The Atlantic Ocean

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The Indian Ocean

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The Arctic Ocean

Question 39

What are the powerful, cold winds called that come from the middle of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Katabatic winds

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Blizzards

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Hurricanes

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Monsoons

Question 40

Which of these animals is NOT found in Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Polar bears

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Penguins

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Seals

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Whales

Question 41

What is the name for the thick ice layer that covers most of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Ice sheet

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Ice cap

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Glacier

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Iceberg

Question 42

What's the name of the contract that safeguards Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Antarctic Treaty

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Kyoto Protocol

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Montreal Protocol

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Paris Agreement

Question 43

What is the tallest mountain in Antarctica called?

Accepted Answer

Vinson Massif

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Mount Kilimanjaro

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Mount Everest

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Mount Denali

Question 44

Which mountain range towers above all others in Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Transantarctic Mountains

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Andes Mountains

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Rocky Mountains

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Alps

Question 45

What colossal ice sheet blankets the majority of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Antarctic Ice Sheet

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Arctic Ice Sheet

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Greenland Ice Sheet

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Patagonia Ice Sheet

Question 46

Which creature is noticeably absent from Antarctica's wildlife?

Accepted Answer

Polar bears

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Penguins

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Seals

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Whales

Question 47

What international agreement safeguards Antarctica for peaceful purposes?

Accepted Answer

Antarctic Treaty

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Arctic Treaty

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Kyoto Protocol

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Montreal Protocol

Question 48

How cold does it typically get in Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

-50°C

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-20°C

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10°C

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25°C

Question 49

Which remarkable penguin species reigns as the largest in Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Emperor penguin

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King penguin

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Gentoo penguin

Question 50

How do penguins endure the harsh conditions of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Insulated by a thick layer of blubber

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Skilled at swimming vast distances

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Protected by a dense coat of fur

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Camouflaged by their distinctive feathers

Question 51

What major threat looms over Antarctica's environment?

Accepted Answer

Climate change

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Overfishing

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Deforestation

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Pollution

Question 52

How is climate change affecting Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Warming temperatures and more melting ice

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More snowfall and a thicker ice sheet

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More stable weather patterns

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No impact on Antarctica

Question 53

Which of the following is the largest ice sheet in the world and covers most of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Antarctica Ice Sheet

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Greenland Ice Sheet

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Patagonia Ice Sheet

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Arctic Ice Sheet

Question 54

What is the main type of climate found in Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Polar

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Temperate

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Tropical

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Mediterranean

Question 55

Which animal is commonly associated with Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Penguins

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Polar bears

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Elephants

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Tigers

Question 56

What is the name of the international treaty that governs Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Antarctic Treaty

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Kyoto Protocol

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Paris Agreement

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Montreal Protocol

Question 57

Scientists working in Antarctica face many challenges. Which of these is NOT a challenge for scientists working there?

Accepted Answer

Plenty of wildlife in the area

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Cold temperatures and strong winds

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Long periods without sunlight during the winter

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Difficulties getting to and from the continent

Question 58

Which of the following is NOT a physical feature of Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Sahara Desert

Answer

Transantarctic Mountains

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West Antarctic Ice Sheet

Answer

Ross Sea

Question 59

Which of the following animals is NOT found in Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Polar bears

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Penguins

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Seals

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Whales

Question 60

What is the main cause of the hole in the ozone layer above Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

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Volcanic eruptions

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Solar flares

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Deforestation

Question 61

What is the significance of the Antarctic Treaty System?

Accepted Answer

It protects Antarctica from exploitation and ensures its use for peaceful purposes.

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It bans all tourism in Antarctica.

Question 62

How does Antarctica's ice sheet help control Earth's temperature?

Accepted Answer

It reflects sunlight back into space.

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It absorbs harmful UV rays from the sun.

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It releases large amounts of fresh water into the ocean.

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It protects Antarctica from strong winds and storms.

Question 63

What makes Antarctica's climate unique?

Accepted Answer

Extreme cold and little rainfall

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Warm and sunny summers

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Mild temperatures all year round

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Abundant rainfall and dense vegetation

Question 64

Which mountain range stretches across Antarctica?

Accepted Answer

The Transantarctic Mountains

Answer

The Himalayas

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The Andes

Answer

The Alps