Protecting Antarctica

A treaty is an _______________ under international law between different countries or organisations.

Which of the following was NOT part of the original Antarctic Treaty in 1959?

• No nuclear explosions or radioactive waste

• Allow scientists the freedom to work

• Protect all Antarctic animals and plants

• Limit tourist numbers visiting Antarctica

What is the name of the organisation of tour operators in Antarctica

• IAATO

• Madrid

• ATS

• TOA

What is the name for the extension to the Antarctic Treaty agreed in 1991/

• Environment Protocol

• Paris Agreement

• Antarctic Treaty Part 2

• Kyoto Protocol

Which country is expanding its operations in Antarctica to the concern of other Treaty members?

• Australia

• China

• UK

• USA

Name the major ocean that surrounds Antarctica

• Southern Ocean

• South Atlantic Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Antarctic Ocean

Which of the following are actual species of penguin found in Antarctica?

• Adelie penguin

• Chinstrap penguin

• Chocolate penguin

• Flying penguin

True or false? Polar bears inhabit Antarctica.

• True

• False

Mining is currently banned in Antarctica indefinitely although this will be reviewed in which year?

• 2028

• 2048

• 2100

• It is not up for review

Think back to your Year 8 learning... Which TWO of the following are British research stations on Antarctica?

• Halley VI

• Rothera

• McMurdo

• Kunlun