Antarctica Adventure Quiz

What is the rank of Antarctica in terms of size among the continents?

• Third largest

• Seventh largest

• Fifth largest

• Second largest

Why does Antarctica experience summer in December?

• It is closer to the sun

• It is located in the southern hemisphere

• It has a unique climate

• It is located in the northern hemisphere

What percentage of the world's fresh water is found in Antarctica?

• 30%

• 90%

• 70%

• 50%

What type of vegetation is found in the northernmost part of Antarctica?

• Rainforest

• Tundra

• Desert

• Savanna

Why is Antarctica considered a desert?

• It is covered in sand

• It has high temperatures

• It has very little rainfall

• It has no vegetation

What is the maximum wind speed recorded in Antarctica?

• 218 miles per hour

• 150 miles per hour

• 200 miles per hour

• 250 miles per hour

How many people live in Antarctica during the summer?

• 1,000

• 5,000

• 15,000

• 10,000

Which country operates the most research stations in Antarctica?

• India

• China

• United States

• Brazil

What is the only species of penguin that lives in Antarctica?

• Adelie Penguin

• Chinstrap Penguin

• Emperor Penguin

• King Penguin

What was the coldest temperature ever recorded in Antarctica?

• -128.6°F

• -90.0°F

• -110.2°F

• -100.4°F