Explore Easter Island – Mysterious Places Quiz

What is the primary material used for the Moai statues on Easter Island?

• Marble

• Sandstone

• Volcanic rock

• Granite

What is the name of the largest volcanic cone on Easter Island?

• Mount Fuji

• Mauna Loa

• Rano Kau

• Kilimanjaro

Which cult arose after the statue construction cult on Easter Island?

• The Sun Cult

• The Birdman Cult

• The Moon Cult

• The Star Cult

What was the primary reason for the downfall of the Easter Island civilization?

• Invasion by foreigners

• Economic collapse

• Natural disaster

• Deforestation

What is the shape of Easter Island?

• Circular

• Square

• Triangular

• Rectangular

What is the estimated highest population of Easter Island before its collapse?

• 10000

• 5000

• 7000-9000

• 12000

Which site on Easter Island is known for its precise stonework similar to Incan architecture?

• Ahu Akivi

• Ahu Vinapu

• Ahu Tongariki

• Ahu Naunau

What was the primary use of the giant palms on Easter Island?

• Food source

• Boat building

• Housing construction

• Statue construction

Which method is believed to have been used to move the Moai statues?

• Rolling on logs

• Carried by large animals

• Dragging on wooden sleds

• Floating them on water

What is the name of the ceremonial village built on the rim of Rano Kau?

• Vinapu

• Orongo

• Akivi

• Tahai