Continents
How many continents are there in the world?
Seven
What is the tallest mountain in the world?
Mount Everest
What is it called when melted rock from inside the earth erupts onto the surface?
Volcanic Eruption
What direction is opposite to north?
South
What is one simple thing you can do at school to help protect the environment?
Put rubbish in bins, recycle, save water
Which continent is the largest by area?
Asia
What country is the Himalayan mountains in?
Border of Nepal and and India
What is the movement of soil and rock caused by water called?
Erosion
What is the map feature that helps you measure distances? (think of BOLTSS)
Scale
Name one reason why it is important to protect landscapes.
Which continent is the largest by area?
South America
This famous canyon is located in the USA and is known for its depth and steep sides.
The Grand Canyon
What natural event can create mountains by pushing land upwards?
Earthquakes or the colliding of tectonic plates
What does a legend (or key) help you understand when reading a map?
The meaning of symbols and colours on a map
What is the name for areas of land set aside to protect nature and wildlife?
National Parks
Which continent has the greatest number of countries?
Nile River
What is the process where rocks are broken down by wind and water?
Weathering
What is the term for the 'height above sea level'?
Elevation
Name a government policy or law that helps protect natural areas in Australia.
Examples include banning single-use plastics, establishing marine parks, or the Environmental Protection Act.
Name the continent that is split into both Eastern and Western cultural regions, with countries spanning two distinct continents.
Europe
Which limestone formations are found off the coast of Victoria, Australia, and were formed by erosion?
The Twelve Apostles
How can human activities like mining or deforestation affect natural landforms, and what are some consequences of these actions?
Human activities can change landforms by removing soil or rock, causing erosion, landslides, loss of habitats, and pollution.
If you wanted to find the exact location of a place on Earth, which two mapping tools would you use, and how do they work together?
Latitude and longitude; they create a grid that allows you to pinpoint any location using degrees
How can traditional knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples help with protecting Australian landscapes?
Their knowledge helps manage land sustainably, prevent bushfires, restore ecosystems, and preserve biodiversity through practices like controlled burning, land management, and respect for sacred sites.