Antarctica Quiz

How long does daytime last in Antarctica?

• Three months

• Six months

• Nine months

• Twelve months

What type of environment does Antarctica have?

• Tropical

• Desert

• Extreme

• Temperate

What are diatoms?

• Large fish

• Single-celled algae

• Types of seals

• Ice formations

What protects Antarctic seals from freezing temperatures?

• Thick fur

• Blubber

• Feathers

• Scales

What is the nearest city to Antarctica?

• 100 miles away

• 500 miles away

• 1000 miles away

• Thousands of miles away

What is the coldest zone on Earth?

• Arctic

• Antarctic

• Siberia

• Greenland

What is the largest species of penguin found in Antarctica?

• King penguin

• Emperor penguin

• Adelie penguin

• Gentoo penguin

Which of the following birds migrate to the islands surrounding Antarctica?

• Sparrows

• Albatrosses

• Parrots

• Eagles

What is a common feature of the Sonoran Desert?

• Heavy snowfall

• Frequent rainstorms

• Tumbleweeds and cacti

• Dense forests

Why is the Sonoran Desert able to support more plant and animal species than other deserts?

• It is located near the ocean

• It receives more rainfall

• It has a cooler climate

• It is smaller in size