Exploring New Zealand's Geography and History

What are the two main islands of New Zealand called?

• East Island and West Island

• North Island and South Island

• Upper Island and Lower Island

• Big Island and Small Island

When did the Maori people first arrive in New Zealand?

• Between 1620 and 1650

• Between 1420 and 1450

• Between 1520 and 1550

• Between 1320 and 1350

Who was the first European to sight New Zealand?

• Ferdinand Magellan

• James Cook

• Christopher Columbus

• Abel Tasman

What is a significant feature of the North Island's geography?

• Tundra

• Deserts

• Volcanic activity

• Savannah

Which mountain range dominates the South Island?

• Rocky Mountains

• Andes

• Southern Alps

• Himalayas

What percentage of New Zealand's population lives on the North Island?

• 90%

• 77%

• 60%

• 50%

Why is the North Island more populated than the South Island?

• It has a warmer climate and fertile land

• It has more beaches

• It has more mountains

• It is closer to Australia

What is the Realm of New Zealand?

• A collection of territories under New Zealand's sovereignty

• A type of government

• A single island

• A historical period

Which territory is part of the Realm of New Zealand?

• Hawaii

• Fiji

• Cook Islands

• Tahiti

What is New Zealand's claim in Antarctica called?

• Ross Dependency

• Antarctic Circle

• Iceberg Territory

• South Pole