The Mysteries of Easter Island

The Mysteries of Easter Island

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Easter Island, one of the most remote populated islands, was first visited by European explorers in 1722. Known for its giant moai statues, the island was settled by Polynesians around 600 AD. The moai, representing ancestors, were central to a cult of ancestral worship. As the population grew, resources dwindled, leading to conflict and the toppling of many statues. The island's culture shifted to the Bird Man Cult, and external contact led to further decline due to slaving raids and disease. Today, tourism is a key part of Easter Island's economy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When did European explorers first visit Easter Island?

1722

1822

1922

1622

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do the moai statues on Easter Island represent?

Important ancestors

Mythical creatures

Famous explorers

Natural landmarks

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major consequence of the island's resource depletion?

Expansion of the island's forests

Inability to build boats

Development of new technologies

Increased trade with other islands

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which cult replaced the moai-building philosophy on Easter Island?

Bird Man Cult

Mountain Worship Cult

Sun God Cult

Sea Spirit Cult

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary source of income for Easter Island today?

Agriculture

Tourism

Fishing

Mining