Antarctica: The Frozen Continent
An engaging worksheet for Grade 10 Social Studies students covering key geographical, environmental, and geopolitical aspects of Antarctica.
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Antarctica: The Frozen Continent
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your knowledge. This worksheet covers various aspects of Antarctica, including its geography, environment, and international significance.
1. Which international treaty governs the activities in Antarctica, designating it as a continent for peaceful scientific research?
Paris Agreement
Antarctic Treaty System
Kyoto Protocol
Geneva Convention
2. Approximately what percentage of the Earth's freshwater is stored in Antarctica's ice sheets?
50%
70%
90%
30%
3. The highest point in Antarctica is Vinson , located in the Ellsworth Mountains.
4. Antarctica is considered a because of its extremely low precipitation.
5. The Southern Ocean, which surrounds Antarctica, is home to a diverse range of marine life, including and seals.
6. Antarctica is the only continent with no permanent human residents.
True
False
7. The ozone layer depletion is a significant environmental concern directly impacting Antarctica.
True
False
8. Explain the significance of the Antarctic Treaty System in maintaining peace and scientific cooperation on the continent.
9. Describe one major environmental threat facing Antarctica and its potential global consequences.
Match each term on the left with its correct description on the right.
10. Ice Sheet
a. The largest ice shelf in Antarctica
11. Ross Ice Shelf
b. A vast body of glacial ice covering an area of more than 50,000 km²
12. Krill
c. Small, shrimp-like crustaceans that are a key part of the Antarctic food web
13. Locate Antarctica on the world map and identify two major research stations. Label them on the map.
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