I Wonder - Does It Snow In Australia?

I Wonder - Does It Snow In Australia?

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Interactive Video

Geography, Science, Other

6th - 7th Grade

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The video explains that despite Australia's hot climate, it snows in some regions, particularly in the Australian Alps, which receive more snow annually than the Swiss Alps. This is due to their proximity to the beach, resulting in more rain that turns into snow. The Australian Alps are the only place in Australia with mountains over 2,000 meters tall.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is surprising about the climate in some parts of Australia?

It is always hot and dry.

It is colder than Antarctica.

It snows in some regions.

It never rains.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which mountain range receives more snow annually?

The Rocky Mountains

The Australian Alps

The Himalayas

The Swiss Alps

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do the Australian Alps receive more snow than the Swiss Alps?

They are closer to the beach, leading to more rain that turns into snow.

They are located at a higher altitude.

They have more ski resorts.

They are further from the equator.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the mountains in the Australian Alps?

They are the only mountains in Australia over 2,000 meters tall.

They are the tallest mountains in the world.

They are the oldest mountains in Australia.

They are the only mountains with snow all year round.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factor contributes to the snowfall in the Australian Alps?

Proximity to the desert

Lack of vegetation

High temperatures

Cold weather and rain