Un it 10 The Pacific Realm
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- Q1
Ranching continues to be an important economic activity in Australia.
false
true
20s - Q2
Why does New Zealand experience frequent earthquakes?
The landmass of New Zealand was rifted from the landmass of Australia.
New Zealand is located just below the Equator, which causes more earthquakes
New Zealand is part of the Ring of Fire with its active tectonic plates
New Zealand is located in the Northern Hemisphere, which has more earthquakes
30s - Q3
Which of the following statements about Polynesia is most accurate?
Most of the islands in Polynesia are high islands.
Polynesia contains Oceania’s largest island.
Guam is part of the Polynesian islands.
Polynesia is located in the central Pacific Ocean.
30s - Q4
What do the Aboriginal people use to retell the creation story and pass along their history and culture? Select all that apply.
musicfishing
dancestorytelling30s - Q5
Which physical process is most responsible for the formation of islands in the Pacific Ocean?
Flood deposits
Tectonic Activity
Landslides
Erosion
30s - Q6
Which of the following cultural characteristics of New Zealand reflects a Maori tradition?
Haiku poetry
Haka dance
Bungee jumping
Rugby sports
30s - Q7
How was the location of Australia influenced in its environment?
Australia's position in the Southern Hemisphere results in monsoon seasons
Australia's proximity to Antarctica has contributed to a very cool climate year round.
Australia's distance and isolation have contributed to the development of unique animals and plants.
Australia's position between two oceans results n a very wet climate
30s - Q8
Maintaining elements of traditional cultures is important to the people of Oceania.
true
false
30s - Q9
What is El Nino
a long period of rainfall that ends a drought
a shift in global winds and ocean currents that occurs every few years
a period of drought that comes at regular intervals
a seasonal shift in global winds and ocean currents
30s - Q10
How are Guam and Wake Island similar?
Mining is an important activity for each nation’s economy.
They are both independent nations.
They are both home to U.S. military bases.
Agriculture is the main economic activity on both islands
30s - Q11
Which kind of infrastructure is visible in the aerial photography shown in the image?
Irrigation system
Airport
Dam
Terraced farms
30s - Q12
Which is most likely to jeopardize the tourism economy of Oceania?
the cultivation of more cash crops on the islands
regional pollution and natural disasters
population increase in the region
the discovery of precious metals in the region
30s - Q13
What can you infer about the ozone layer today?
Because of our conservation efforts, the ozone layer is thickening and increasing.
There is little concern about the thinning of the ozone layer today.
There is more harmful solar radiation over the Equator than over the Arctic Circle.
The ozone layer is thinning, and we need to find ways to protect and preserve it.
30s - Q14
If the ozone layer continues to thin, how will it affect life on Earth?
Only life in and around the Arctic Circle and Antarctica will be affected.
The thinning of the ozone layer should not harm life on Earth.
All life on Earth will be exposed to more harmful solar radiation.
The ozone layer will adequately protect life on Earth for many years to come.
30s - Q15
What would happen if the supply of plankton sharply decreased?
It would have no effect on the ecosystem of Antarctica.
The food chain would be severely disrupted.
The krill would find another source of food.
Krill would multiply and take over the seas.
30s
