Antarctica Test Review

What is a potential consequence of unregulated tourism in Antarctica?

• Improved biodiversity

• Increased scientific research

• Environmental degradation

• Enhanced international cooperation

Answer explanation

Unregulated tourism in Antarctica can lead to environmental degradation due to increased human impact on the fragile ecosystem.

Which of the following species will you find in Antarctica?

• Polar bear

• Emperor penguins

• Tiger

• Eagle

The biggest problem of the world with respect to Antarctica is

• Water shortage

• Global warming

• Food shortage

• Melting of Ice

Melting of ice in Antarctica would result in______

• Extinction of polar bears

• Increase in fresh water

• Antarctica will become habitable

• rise in the worlds sea level

What is the primary international agreement that governs human activity in Antarctica?

• A) Antarctic Treaty

• B) Kyoto Protocol

• C) Paris Agreement

• D) Montreal Protocol

Which of the following is a unique feature of the Antarctic ecosystem?

• A) Tropical rainforests

• B) Desert climate

• C) Coral reefs

• D) Savannah grasslands

What is the main reason for the absence of permanent human settlements in Antarctica?

• A) Lack of natural resources

• B) Extreme weather conditions

• C) Political restrictions

• D) High altitude

Which country does not have a territorial claim in Antarctica?

• A) Australia

• B) Norway

• C) United States

• D) Argentina

What is the primary purpose of scientific research stations in Antarctica?

• A) Mining resources

• B) Studying climate change

• C) Military operations

• D) Tourism development

Which of the following animals is native to Antarctica?

• A) Arctic fox

• B) Emperor penguin

• C) Grizzly bear

• D) Kangaroo