Kiwi Kids News Quiz

What did scientists discover about the 300-million-year-old fossil once called the world's oldest octopus?

• It is not an octopus after all.

• It is a plant fossil.

• It is the world's oldest octopus.

• It is a dinosaur fossil.

What invention helps scientists know when plants are thirsty?

• Electronic tattoos for plants.

• Thirsty plant detectors.

• Water sensors for soil.

• Plant watering robots.

Which animals in Antarctica were recently moved to the endangered list?

• Emperor penguins and Antarctic fur seals.

• Polar bears and Arctic foxes.

• Whales and dolphins.

• Seals and sea lions.

What color warning was given for heavy rain in Auckland?

• Orange.

• Red.

• Yellow.

• Blue.

How many rebounds did Sam Mennenga grab during the game?

• 8 rebounds.

• 20 rebounds.

• 10 rebounds.

• 14 rebounds.

How old was Charles Smith when he became a grandfather?

• 75 years old.

• 91 years and 209 days old.

• 85 years old.

• 100 years old.

What record did the Blackcaps break during the T20 World Cup?

• Fastest century in T20 history.

• Longest match in T20 history.

• Most wickets in a single match.

• Highest opening partnership with 175 runs.

What is misconduct in public office?

• Misusing a trusted position.

• Breaking traffic rules.

• Not attending work on time.

• Stealing from a store.

How many hectares did the 1080 operation cover on Stewart Island / Rakiura?

• 1000 hectares.

• 200 hectares.

• 500 hectares.

• The pukunui population grew from 105 birds to 160 birds.

How far did the Artemis II spacecraft travel around the Moon?

• 694,481 miles.

• 300,000 miles.

• 500,000 miles.

• 1,000,000 miles.