WorksheetsClasswork on Antarctica-5th graders
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 40mins
What is Antarctica known for?
Being the hottest place on Earth
Being the coldest, windiest, and driest place
Having the most cities
Being the most populated continent
Who lives in Antarctica permanently?
Many families
Only tourists
Only government officials
No one permanently
What type of penguin is the largest in the world?
King penguin
Adelie penguin
Emperor penguin
Gentoo penguin
Which seals are mentioned as living in Antarctica?
Harbor seals and elephant seals
Weddell seals and leopard seals
Gray seals and monk seals
Ringed seals and fur seals
What do blue whales and humpback whales feed on in Antarctica?
Fish
Krill
Plankton
Seaweed
What type of plants can survive in Antarctica?
Trees and flowers
Moss and lichens
Ferns and shrubs
Cacti and succulents
What is the temperature in Antarctica during winter?
Can drop as low as -80°C
Can reach up to 0°C
Is always above freezing
Is usually around 10°C
Who was the first person to reach the South Pole?
Robert Scott
James Cook
Roald Amundsen
Fabian von Bellingshausen
What is unique about the sun in Antarctica during summer?
It never rises
It sets every hour
It never sets
It shines only at night
What is Antarctica classified as, despite being covered in ice?
A rainforest
A desert
A mountain range
A tropical paradise
What role does Antarctica play in our planet's health?
It increases global warming
It is a major source of pollution
It helps regulate the climate
It has no impact
What type of seabirds are mentioned as flying around Antarctica?
Sparrows
Albatrosses
Eagles
Pigeons
What is a significant feature of Antarctica's ice?
It is thin and fragile
It holds most of the world's fresh water
It melts quickly
It is made of salt
Why was Antarctica the last continent to be discovered?
It has no resources
It is always dark
It is hard to reach and far away
It is very small
What is the primary reason for the melting of ice in Antarctica?
Global warming
Overfishing
Increased tourism
Natural cycles
Which animal is known for its unique ability to survive extreme cold in Antarctica?
Snowy owl
Antarctic krill
Walrus
Polar bear
What is the main source of food for seals in Antarctica?
Fish
Krill
Squid
Plankton
Finish the sentence:
(a) are the largest penguins in the world!
Antarctica was the last (a) to be discovered.
In 1911, a brave (a) explorer named Roald Amundsen became the first person to reach the South Pole
