Exploring the Moai Statues of Easter Island

What are the Moai statues a symbol of?

• The Rapa Nui people and their heritage

• Easter Island's tourist attractions

• Early forms of currency

• Ancient agricultural practices

How tall can the Moai statues stand?

• Up to 10 feet

• Up to 50 feet

• Up to 33 feet

• Up to 20 feet

What is the estimated number of people visiting Easter Island annually?

• About 50,000

• About 100,000

• About 150,000

• About 200,000

What method was divined to move the Moai statues?

• Rocking back and forth with ropes

• Rolling on logs

• Using animals

• Floating on rafts

What is the primary threat to the Moai statues mentioned in the video?

• Natural erosion

• Climate change

• Tourism

• Vandalism

How are the Rapa Nui people addressing the threat of erosion to the Moai statues?

• Applying chemical protectants

• Covering them with structures

• Moving the statues inland

• Building retaining walls

What broader issue does water scarcity on Easter Island highlight?

• The role of tourism in conservation

• The need for technological innovation

• The importance of traditional knowledge

• Global interdependence and environmental impact

How do the Rapa Nui people feel connected to their ancestors?

• Through language

• Through the Moai statues

• Through dance

• Through traditional crafts

What does the presence of Moai statues indicate about a location on Easter Island?

• It was a community gathering place

• There is fresh water nearby

• It is a burial ground

• It was a religious site

What does the location of the Moai statues relative to fresh water sources suggest?

• Larger statues indicated wealthier areas

• Water sources were considered sacred

• Statues were used as markers

• All of the above