Antarctica Geography Quiz

What is the geographical position of Antarctica in terms of the seven continents?

• It is the smallest

• It is the fifth largest

• It is the second largest

• It is the third smallest

What is unique about Antarctica compared to other continents?

• It is the only continent completely covered by ice

• It is the only continent that is also a country

• It is the only continent without any freshwater

• It is the only continent that is an island

Where is the South Pole located in relation to Antarctica?

• In the middle of Antarctica

• East of the center of Antarctica

• West of the center of Antarctica

• On the northern tip of Antarctica

What percentage of Antarctica is covered by ice?

• About 50%

• About 75%

• About 98%

• About 85%

Which mountain is the highest point in Antarctica?

• The Ellsworth Mountains

• The West Antarctica Ranges

• The East Antarctica Ranges

• Vinson Massif

What is the South Pole?

• center of Antarctica

• largest southern sea

• name for largest iceberg discovered

• where all poled scientific instruments are located

Which Continent Has No Countries

• Asia

• North America

• Europe

• Antarctica

• Africa

Antarctica is the ________ continent on Earth

• Largest

• Southernmost

• Easternmost

• Wettest

Which of the following is NOT true about Antarctica?

• Antarctica is Earth's coldest place

• Antarctica is the smallest continent

• Antarctica is the driest continent

• No single country owns Antarctica

On this continent, you can find animal species such as penguins, seals and some birds. This is the coldest continent.

• North America
• Antarctica
• South America
• Europe