Continents and Oceans

Which continent is this?

• Africa

• Antarctica

• South America

• Asia

Answer explanation

Asia is the largest continent by land area and by population

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Which continent is this?

• Africa

• Antarctica

• South America

• Asia

Answer explanation

South America is home to the world's longest mountain range, the Andes.

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Which continent is this?

• Africa

• Europe

• South America

• Asia

Answer explanation

Europe is the second smallest continent.

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Which of these is Antarctica?

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Answer explanation

Antarctica is the only continent with no permanent (human) inhabitants - though scientists live there when they're working

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Which of these is Australia?

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Answer explanation

Australia is the least densely populated continent, other than Antarctica.

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Which is the world's largest ocean?

• The Pacific Ocean

• The Atlantic Ocean

• The Southern Ocean

• The Indian Ocean

Answer explanation

The Pacific Ocean covers more than 30% of the Earth's surface

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Which ocean lies between North America and Europe?

• The Southern Ocean

• The Atlantic Ocean

• The Indian Ocean

• The Pacific Ocean

Answer explanation

In 1680, it took the Mayflower (the ship carrying the first European settlers to America) more than 2 months to cross the Atlantic. A modern ocean liner can cross it in 7 days. By plane, it takes about 8 hours.

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How many oceans are there?

• 3

• 5

• 7

• 9

Answer explanation

In Greek literature, the Seven Seas were the Aegean, Adriatic, Mediterranean, Black, Red, and Caspian seas, with the Persian Gulf thrown in as a "sea." There are only 5 oceans.

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How many continents are there?

• 5

• 6

• 7

• 8

Answer explanation

There are 7 continents and 4 of them begin with an A! Of the remaining 3, 2 have an A at the beginning of the second word (North America and South America).

What is the name of the world's largest ocean?

Answer explanation

The Pacific Ocean was named by Ferdinand Magellan. It comes from the Latin word 'pacificus' meaning 'tranquil'.