Unit 6: Oceania Environmental and Cultural Test Review

The tiny island nation of Tuvalu holds the distinction of being the least-visited country in the

world. There is only a single, weekly flight to and from the remote island every Tuesday. The

other six days of the week, the runway at Funafuti International Airport transforms into a public

park. Only 3,700 tourists visit Tuvalu each year. This isolation is both a blessing and a curse;

while it limits the economy, it preserves the natural beauty and Polynesian culture of the

islands.Tuvalu holds the distinction for being the least-visited country in the world. What is one reason for this?

• It has no airports.

• There is only a single, weekly flight.

• It is closed to tourists.

• It is too expensive to visit.

The tiny island nation of Tuvalu holds the distinction of being the least-visited country in the

world. There is only a single, weekly flight to and from the remote island every Tuesday. The

other six days of the week, the runway at Funafuti International Airport transforms into a public

park. Only 3,700 tourists visit Tuvalu each year. This isolation is both a blessing and a curse;

while it limits the economy, it preserves the natural beauty and Polynesian culture of the

islands. What happens to the runway at Funafuti International Airport on the other six days of the week?

• It is used for military purposes.

• It becomes a marketplace.

• It transforms into a public park.

• It is closed for maintenance.

The tiny island nation of Tuvalu holds the distinction of being the least-visited country in the

world. There is only a single, weekly flight to and from the remote island every Tuesday. The

other six days of the week, the runway at Funafuti International Airport transforms into a public

park. Only 3,700 tourists visit Tuvalu each year. This isolation is both a blessing and a curse;

while it limits the economy, it preserves the natural beauty and Polynesian culture of the

islands. How many tourists visit Tuvalu each year?

• 1,000

• 3,700

• 10,000

• 5,000

The tiny island nation of Tuvalu holds the distinction of being the least-visited country in the

world. There is only a single, weekly flight to and from the remote island every Tuesday. The

other six days of the week, the runway at Funafuti International Airport transforms into a public

park. Only 3,700 tourists visit Tuvalu each year. This isolation is both a blessing and a curse;

while it limits the economy, it preserves the natural beauty and Polynesian culture of the

islands.What is a curse of Tuvalu's isolation?

• It limits the economy.

• It causes overpopulation.

• It leads to environmental damage.

• It increases pollution.

Te Waikoropupu Springs in New Zealand are famous for being one of the clearest bodies of

water in the world. It is a taonga (treasure) and wāhi tapu (a sacred place) for Māori people. The

legends of Te Waikoropupu are told in the stories of a taniwha (guardian spirit). In Māori

tradition, the Springs are waiora, the purest form of water which is the wairua (spiritual) and the

physical source of life. The Springs were a place of ceremonial blessings at times of birth and

death and the leaving and returning of Māori travellers. What are Te Waikoropupu Springs known for?

• Being the largest springs in the world.

• Being one of the clearest bodies of water.

• Having the most fish species.

• Being the hottest springs.

Te Waikoropupu Springs in New Zealand are famous for being one of the clearest bodies of

water in the world. It is a taonga (treasure) and wāhi tapu (a sacred place) for Māori people. The

legends of Te Waikoropupu are told in the stories of a taniwha (guardian spirit). In Māori

tradition, the Springs are waiora, the purest form of water which is the wairua (spiritual) and the

physical source of life. The Springs were a place of ceremonial blessings at times of birth and

death and the leaving and returning of Māori travellers. What is the significance of Te Waikoropupu Springs to the Maori people?

• It is a place for fishing.

• It is a sacred place and treasure.

• It is a site for building homes.

• It is a place for farming.

Te Waikoropupu Springs in New Zealand are famous for being one of the clearest bodies of

water in the world. It is a taonga (treasure) and wāhi tapu (a sacred place) for Māori people. The

legends of Te Waikoropupu are told in the stories of a taniwha (guardian spirit). In Māori

tradition, the Springs are waiora, the purest form of water which is the wairua (spiritual) and the

physical source of life. The Springs were a place of ceremonial blessings at times of birth and

death and the leaving and returning of Māori travellers. What is the Maori term for the purest form of water?

• Waiora

• Taniwha

• Wairua

• Taonga

Te Waikoropupu Springs in New Zealand are famous for being one of the clearest bodies of

water in the world. It is a taonga (treasure) and wāhi tapu (a sacred place) for Māori people. The

legends of Te Waikoropupu are told in the stories of a taniwha (guardian spirit). In Māori

tradition, the Springs are waiora, the purest form of water which is the wairua (spiritual) and the

physical source of life. The Springs were a place of ceremonial blessings at times of birth and

death and the leaving and returning of Māori travellers. What events are associated with the Springs in Maori culture?

• Birth and death

• Marriage and divorce

• Planting and harvest

• War and peace

What is the purpose of the Springs for Maori travelers?

• A place to rest

• A place for blessings during travel

• A place to gather food

• A place to trade goods

What was Australia’s initial role in British colonization?

• A trading post

• A military base

• A penal colony

• A farming settlement