Oceania Quiz

What are the three regions within Oceania?

• Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea

• Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia

• Philippines, Polynesia, Australia

• Micronesia, Polynesia, Australia

What are the three Island groups of Oceania?

• Continental Islands, High Islands, Low Islands

• Tropical Islands, Hot Islands, Cold Islands

• Land islands, volcanic islands, coral islands

• High Islands, Low Islands, Cold Islands

Which mountain range runs along the east coast of Australia?

• Great Dividing Range

• Rocky Mountains

• Atlas Mountains

• Ural Mountains

9What is the correct order of rainforests from largest (1) to smallest (3)?

• 1 - Amazon; 2 - Congo; 3 - New Guinea

• 1 - Amazon; 2 - New Guinea; 3 - Congo

• 1 - New Guinea; 2 - Congo; 3 - Amazon

What is the largest country in the region of Oceania/continent of Australia?

• Australia

• Russia

• New Zeland

• China

What statement about the Outback is false?

• The Uluru is located there.

• It has a desert climate.

• It makes up about 70% of New Zealand.

• You can find Kangaroos there.

What is the largest living structure on Earth?

• Humans

• Blue Whale

• The Great Barrier Reef

• The Amazon

Which statement best explains the Ring of Fire?

• It is a path in the Pacific Ocean that is characterized by active volcanoes, multiple earthquakes, and tsunamis.

• It is a sudden, and violent shaking of the ground due to plates crashing.

• It is a term used to describe the region of the Pacific Islands that have a very hot climate due to the Equator.

How do geologists determine what is a low island v. a high island?

• One is short, one is tall

• One has coral origins and one has volcanic origins.

• One is below sea level and one is above sea level.

Which statement best describes Polynesian culture?

• They are a seafaring culture that enjoys exploring the natural world. They navigate the ocean through stars, birds, and currents.

• They are known for their unique tattoos and art. They are native to New Zealand.

• They are known for their "dream" ceremonyies. They are native to Australia.