Exploring the Pacific Ocean

What is the name of the ocean that covers more of Earth's surface than all the dry land put together?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

Which explorer named the Pacific Ocean "El Mar pacifico"?

• Christopher Columbus

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Vasco da Gama

• Marco Polo

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What is the term for a rigid section of Earth's crust that moves slowly in relation to other sections?

• Mantle

• Core

• Plate

• Crust

Which of the following is a group of islands located in the western Pacific?

• Caribbean Islands

• Hawaiian Islands

• Japan

• Galápagos Islands

What is the "ring of fire"?

• A famous ocean current

• A chain of volcanoes around the Pacific Ocean

• A type of coral reef

• A large island in the Pacific

What is one major environmental issue affecting the Pacific Ocean?

• Deforestation

• Air pollution

• Overfishing

• Desertification

Which of the following is a result of oil spills in the Pacific Ocean?

• Increased fish population

• Cleaner water

• Major problems in coastal areas

• More coral reefs

What type of islands are formed by volcanoes in the Pacific Ocean?

• Coral islands

• Barrier islands

• Volcanic islands

• Sand islands