Twelve Apostles Knowledge Assessment

The Twelve Apostles are limestone stacks located off the shore of Port Campbell National Park in Victoria, Australia. Originally known as the Pinnacles, these formations have been shaped by erosion over millions of years. Despite their name, there were never twelve stacks; currently, seven remain visible. The site is a popular tourist attraction accessible via the Great Ocean Road or a more direct route through the Princess Highway. Visitors can enjoy scenic helicopter flights and learn about the area's geological history and the shipwreck coast.

How long does it take to drive from Melbourne to the Twelve Apostles via the Great Ocean Road?

• Four and a half hours

• Two hours

• Three hours

• Five hours

Which route offers a more direct drive to the Twelve Apostles from Melbourne?

• Great Ocean Road

• Princess Highway via Kolak

• Western Freeway

• Eastern Freeway

How many limestone stacks are currently visible at the Twelve Apostles?

• Seven

• Eight

• Six

• Five

In what year did one of the limestone stacks collapse?

• 2005

• 2000

• 2010

• 2015

What is the main reason for the popularity of the Twelve Apostles as a tourist attraction?

• Proximity to Melbourne

• Unique rock formations

• Historical significance

• Cultural events

What natural process led to the formation of the Twelve Apostles?

• Earthquakes

• Erosion

• Volcanic activity

• Glacial movement

What is the primary cause of the erosion of the Twelve Apostles?

• Human activity

• Wind

• Waves

• Rain

What is the height of the rock stacks at the Twelve Apostles?

• 50 meters

• 60 meters

• 40 meters

• 30 meters

What were the Twelve Apostles originally known as?

• The Rock Towers

• The Stone Giants

• The Limestone Peaks

• The Pinnacles

What is the cost of a helicopter flight over the Twelve Apostles?

• $100 per person

• $250 per person

• $145 per person

• $200 per person