Antarctica

Antarctica is the coldest, driest, and windiest continent on Earth. What is the lowest temperature ever recorded?

• -75

• -128

• -100

• -200

How thick is the ice sheet that contains about 90% of the world's fresh water?

• 1.2 miles thick

• 2 miles thick

• 3.2 miles thick

• 4.3 miles thick

True or False. Antarctica has no permanent population. It's primarily inhabited by scientific researchers and support staff who live in research stations.

• True

• False

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

The Antarctic Treaty, signed in 1959, established Antarctica as a region for peaceful scientific cooperation. It bans military activities, mineral mining, and nuclear testing. How many countries are parties to this treaty?

• 30

• 45

• 50

• 54

What wildlife live in Antarctica

• Penguins

• Seals

• Sea birds

• All of the above

True or False. In the summer months (December to February) parts of the Antarctic receive 24 hours of sunlight.

• True

• False

Antarctica is perfect for research in fields including...

• Climate Science

• Glaciology

• Astronomy

• All of the above

What is one of the most environmental issues associated with the continent?

• Ozone hole

• Overpopulation

• Food Waste

• Plastic Pollution

True or False. Antarctica is not difficult to travel too and many people vacation there every year.

• True

• False

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2