
Chapter 27 Lesson 1
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- Q1Which of the following is located in Micronesia?NiueGuamthe Solomon IslandsKiribati30s
- Q2What is unique about the island of New Guinea in Oceania?It is the only territory in Oceania that is not an island.It is the only independent country in Oceania.Some of the island is considered part of Indonesia.Unlike other parts of Oceania, New Guinea contains no mountains.30s
- Q3How are high islands different from low islands?High islands are much sandier than low islands.High islands can support human populations, unlike low islands.High islands are typically smaller and flatter than low islands.High islands are generally greener and larger than low islands.30s
- Q4Since the islands of Samoa and Tonga are located south of the Equator, which of the following is a reasonable conclusion?Samoa and Tonga have a wet season from December to April.Neither Samoa nor Tonga receives much annual rainfall.These islands are the only areas in Oceania that are affected by monsoon winds.Samoa and Tonga are much cooler than other parts of Oceania.30s
- Q5Which of the following natural resources are plentiful throughout Oceania?emeralds and diamondsgold and coppersolar energy and windoil and natural gas30s
- Q6Geographers divide Oceania into which two sections?Polynesia and MacronesiaPolynesia and MelanesiaMicronesia and MacronesiaMicronesia and Melanesia30s
- Q7Which countries have island territories in Oceania?Brazil, Argentina, and ChileGreat Britain, France, and the United StatesIndia, Russia, and CanadaChina, Japan, and Australia30s
- Q8What could happen if sea levels continue to rise?Some of Oceania’s low islands could disappear below the water.No impact will occur on Oceania's geography.All islands in Oceania will become larger.Oceania's wildlife will thrive more due to rising sea levels.30s
- Q9What natural resource is chiefly exported from Oceania?Electronics and machineryFish and other seafoodTextiles and clothingTimber and minerals30s
- Q10What is a defining feature of high islands in Oceania?They are very small.They are made of coral reefs.They were formed by underwater volcanoes.They are mostly flat plains.30s