Understanding Coastal Processes and Erosion

What is one of the main human activities that contribute to dune erosion?

• Picnicking

• Fishing

• Driving vehicles on the beach

• Swimming

What is the primary purpose of fencing off walking tracks near dunes?

• To create a scenic route

• To mark property boundaries

• To prevent people from walking on the dunes

• To keep animals away

Why is vegetation crucial for dune stabilization?

• It increases the temperature of the sand

• It attracts more tourists

• It traps sand and holds it in place

• It provides shade for beachgoers

What happens if natural vegetation cover is removed from dunes?

• Dunes become smaller

• Dunes can advance inland

• Dunes attract more wildlife

• Dunes become more stable

What was the impact of sheep and cattle grazing on the dunes?

• It had no impact on the dunes

• It reduced the height of the dunes

• It caused the dunes to migrate inland

• It helped stabilize the dunes

What legislative action was taken in 1903 to address sand drift?

• The Coastal Protection Act

• The Sand Drift Act

• The Dune Preservation Act

• The Beach Conservation Act

What was one of the methods used in the 1920s and 1930s to stabilize sand dunes?

• Using sandbags

• Building concrete walls

• Planting exotic marram grass

• Installing metal fences

What forest was created as a result of planting pine seedlings?

• Muriwai Forest

• Woodhill Forest

• Northland Forest

• Te Paki Forest

Which native plant species can be found in the dunes at Muriwai?

• Palm tree

• Bamboo

• Spinifex

• Cactus

What is an example of an exotic plant species found in the dunes at Muriwai?

• Ice plant

• Maple tree

• Oak tree

• Fern