Caribbean Sea Knowledge Assessment

The Caribbean Sea is a tropical sea in the Atlantic Ocean, surrounded by Mexico, Central America, the Greater and Lesser Antilles, and the northern coast of South America. It formed about 180 million years ago during the Mesozoic Era. The sea is home to numerous islands, with the Bahamas having the most. The climate is tropical, with an average temperature of 27°C. The Caribbean hosts 9% of the world's coral reefs and the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. The region is culturally significant, known for its Native American heritage and as a popular tourist destination.

Which ocean is the Caribbean Sea a part of?

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

What is the estimated geological age of the Caribbean Sea?

• 180 million years

• 150 million years

• 200 million years

• 100 million years

Where is the deepest point of the Caribbean Sea located?

• Off the coast of Central America

• Between Jamaica and the Cayman Islands

• Between Cuba and Hispaniola

• Near the Bahamas

Which country has the most islands in the Caribbean?

• Hispaniola

• Jamaica

• Cuba

• Bahamas

What is the average temperature of the Caribbean Sea?

• 25 degrees Celsius

• 30 degrees Celsius

• 22 degrees Celsius

• 27 degrees Celsius

What percentage of the world's coral reefs are found in the Caribbean Sea?

• 5%

• 9%

• 15%

• 20%

What is the name of the world's second largest barrier reef located in the Caribbean?

• Mesoamerican Barrier Reef

• Florida Reef

• Great Barrier Reef

• Belize Barrier Reef

What is a major threat to the coral reefs in the Caribbean Sea?

• Overfishing

• Pollution

• Global warming

• Tourism

From which Native American group does the name 'Caribbean' derive?

• Mayans

• Tainos

• Caribes

• Arawaks

Which activity is NOT typically associated with Caribbean tourism?

• Skiing

• Sailing

• Scuba diving

• Snorkeling