Unit 8

What is a "shrubland"?

• A type of forest with tall trees

• A region with dense shrubs and bushes

• A desert with no vegetation

• A wetland with aquatic plants

What are "trade winds"?

• Winds that blow from the poles to the equator

• Winds that blow from east to west in the tropics

• Winds that blow from west to east in the temperate zones

• Winds that blow from the equator to the poles

In which century was the statue on Tahiti Island carved?

• 17th century

• 18th century

• 19th century

• 20th century

Approximately how many Polynesian explorers left their island in the 9th century?

• 30 people

• 40 people

• 50 people

• 60 people

What method did Polynesian explorers use to navigate during their migrations?

• Compass and sextant

• GPS technology

• Watching the sun, stars, clouds, and birds

• Maps and charts

What was the destination of the prisoners who left London in the 1830s?

• New York, USA

• Sydney, Australia

• Cape Town, South Africa

• Tokyo, Japan

How long did the prisoners' voyage from London to Sydney take?

• One month

• Three to four months

• Six months

• One year

What is the main reason scientists travel to Antarctica in November?

• To escape the cold

• To enjoy the summer weather

• It is the only time warm enough for fieldwork

• To see the wildlife

Which three major groups do the Pacific Islands form?

• Melanesia, Micronesia, Polynesia

• Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea

• Asia, Europe, Africa

• North America, South America, Antarctica

What is Uluru also known as?

• Ayers Rock

• Mount Everest

• Stonehenge

• Grand Canyon