CHRISTMAS ISLAND PREPARES

The video discusses Christmas Island's transformation from a remote location to a hub for Britain's nuclear tests. It highlights the island's growing population and infrastructure, as well as its historical significance, having been discovered by Captain Cook. The island is now a focal point for scientific and military activities, showcasing modern development in preparation for an atomic age.

What is the unexpected role of Christmas Island as mentioned in the introduction?

• A tourist destination

• A center for Britain's nuclear tests

• A wildlife sanctuary

• A new trade hub

How has the population of Christmas Island changed according to the report?

• It has grown rapidly

• It has remained the same

• It has decreased significantly

• It has become a ghost town

What facility has been established on the island to make servicemen feel at home?

• A naffy

• A shopping mall

• A sports complex

• A cinema

What modern methods are being used on Christmas Island?

• Traditional farming techniques

• Old-fashioned mining methods

• Modern methods for clearing roads and runways

• Handcrafted building techniques

Who discovered Christmas Island and when?

• Christopher Columbus, 1492

• Captain Cook, 179 years ago on Christmas Eve

• Marco Polo, 1271

• Vasco da Gama, 1498