Antarctica, Antarctic Peninsula - Gonzales Videla Base

Antarctica, Antarctic Peninsula - Gonzales Videla Base

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Social Studies, Geography, Science

11th Grade - University

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The video provides an overview of the Antarctic Peninsula, its geographical features, and proximity to South America. It discusses the sovereignty claims by Argentina, Chile, and the UK, and the presence of research stations. The Gonzales Videla Base is highlighted, along with its historical significance. The video also recounts the story of the smallest wintering over party and their scientific contributions to penguin studies.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the length of the Antarctic Peninsula from Cape Adams to the mainland south of the Eckland Islands?

900 kilometers

1100 kilometers

1500 kilometers

1300 kilometers

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country has the most research bases on the Antarctic Peninsula?

United Kingdom

Chile

Argentina

Australia

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which treaty prevents the enforcement of sovereignty claims on the Antarctic Peninsula?

Antarctic Treaty System

Geneva Convention

Kyoto Protocol

Paris Agreement

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the first chief of state to visit Antarctica, after whom a base is named?

Juan Perón

Winston Churchill

Charles de Gaulle

Gabrielle Gonzalez Videla

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant scientific study was conducted by Bagshaw and Lester during their winter stay?

Ice core sampling

Climate change analysis

Seismic activity monitoring

Penguin breeding development