Ocean Exploration

How many oceans are there in the world?

• 10

• 5

• 7

• 3

What is the total number of continents on Earth?

• 3

• 5

• 7

• 10

Which ocean is the largest in the world?

• Indian Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

How did the Polynesians navigate?

• Stars

• Ocean Currents

• Sun

• All of the above

Who colonized Hawaii?

• Polynesians

• Mediterranean Sailors

• Captain Cook

• Chinese

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Why was the Library of Alexandria important to early ocean explorers?

• The library held all maps for all voyagers

• The library gave sailors a place to explore and exchange information about ocean exploration

• It was a place for the sailors' kids to hang out

• The library provided free compasses for anyone who participated in sharing information

Who landed in North America first?

• Christopher Columbus

• Chinese

• Vikings

• Captain Cook

What did Magellan accomplish?

• Sail around South America

• Sail around the world

• Land in North America

• Find the Hawaiian Islands

What navigation system uses satellites to communicate?

• ROV

• SUV

• SCUBA

• GPS

What does NOAA stand for?

• National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration

• North Ocular Atlas Administration

• Novel Oceanic Atlas Administration

• North Optic Atlas Accomodation