Classwork on Antarctica-5th graders

What is Antarctica known for?

• Being the hottest place on Earth

• Being the coldest, windiest, and driest place

• Having the most cities

• Being the most populated continent

Who lives in Antarctica permanently?

• Many families

• Only tourists

• Only government officials

• No one permanently

What type of penguin is the largest in the world?

• King penguin

• Adelie penguin

• Emperor penguin

• Gentoo penguin

Which seals are mentioned as living in Antarctica?

• Harbor seals and elephant seals

• Weddell seals and leopard seals

• Gray seals and monk seals

• Ringed seals and fur seals

What do blue whales and humpback whales feed on in Antarctica?

• Fish

• Krill

• Plankton

• Seaweed

What type of plants can survive in Antarctica?

• Trees and flowers

• Moss and lichens

• Ferns and shrubs

• Cacti and succulents

What is the temperature in Antarctica during winter?

• Can drop as low as -80°C

• Can reach up to 0°C

• Is always above freezing

• Is usually around 10°C

Who was the first person to reach the South Pole?

• Robert Scott

• James Cook

• Roald Amundsen

• Fabian von Bellingshausen

What is unique about the sun in Antarctica during summer?

• It never rises

• It sets every hour

• It never sets

• It shines only at night

What is Antarctica classified as, despite being covered in ice?

• A rainforest

• A desert

• A mountain range

• A tropical paradise