Antarctica Quiz (focus 2 /2.4)

Who was the first person to reach the South Pole?

• Christopher Columbus

• Roald Amundsen

• Jane Roberts

• Robert Falcon Scott

How many countries run research stations in Antarctica?

• 50

• 40

• 30

• 20

Why did Jane Roberts want to work in Antarctica?

• To visit the South Pole

• To escape the cold

• To work in a canteen

• To study marine life

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What was Jane Roberts researching in Antarctica?

• Dinosaurs

• Marine life

• Polar bears

• Penguins

What did Jane wear when doing experiments outside in Antarctica?

• Swimsuit

• Three pairs of socks and five layers of clothing

• Sandals

• Shorts and t-shirt

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What did Jane do in her free time in Antarctica?

• Played basketball

• Read books and played games

• Went shopping

• Went sightseeing

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

What did Jane miss in Antarctica?

• Her favorite food

• Her pet dog

• Colours

• Her family

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

What is the temperature in Antarctica during winter?

• -80°C

• -50°C

• -20°C

• -100°C