Antarctica Quiz

What is the climate of Antarctica like?

• Mild and windy

• Hot and humid

• Cold and dry

• Warm and rainy

Which ocean surrounds Antarctica?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Southern Ocean

What is the average winter temperature in the interior of Antarctica?

• -70 degrees Fahrenheit

• -30 degrees Fahrenheit

• -20 degrees Fahrenheit

• 20 degrees Fahrenheit

Which animals are commonly found in Antarctica?

• Polar bears and reindeer

• Lions and tigers

• Penguins and seals

• Kangaroos and koalas

What is one special feature that allows penguins to survive in Antarctica?

• Camouflage fur

• Sharp teeth for hunting

• Long wings for flying

• Thick layer of blubber

Which birds brave the frigid temperatures of Antarctica?

• Eagles and owls

• Parrots and canaries

• Snow petrol and Antarctic skua

• Robins and sparrows

What marine animals can be found in the waters surrounding Antarctica?

• Octopuses and crabs

• Sharks and fish

• Dolphins and turtles

• Whales and seals

What is one major area of research in Antarctica?

• Space exploration

• Climate change

• Archaeology

• Medicine

What can scientists study in Antarctica's unique environment?

• Behavior of ants

• Human psychology

• Chemical reactions

• Formation of stars

What have we learned from our virtual field trip to Antarctica?

• Antarctica is a dangerous place

• Antarctica is a tropical paradise

• Antarctica is a lifeless place

• Antarctica is important for scientific research