Ancient Civilizations
This ancient civilization built pyramids.
Egyptians
A giraffe's long neck is an adaptation for what?
Reaching high leaves
What famous painting features the Mona Lisa?
Leonardo da Vinci
What is the name of Earth's moon?
The Moon
What is the largest continent?
Asia
Known for their advanced road system, this civilization controlled much of Europe and Asia.
Romans
Camouflage is an adaptation for what?
Hiding from predators or prey
Which artist painted the Starry Night?
Vincent van Gogh
Who was the first person to walk on the moon?
Neil Armstrong
What is the capital of France?
Paris
This civilization developed a system of writing using knotted strings called quipu.
Explain how a whale's streamlined body helps it survive.
Reduces water resistance, allowing for efficient swimming
What is the name of Michelangelo's famous statue?
David
What is a major challenge in space travel, and why?
Radiation exposure, due to lack of Earth's protective magnetic field
Name a country located entirely within a desert.
e.g., Saudi Arabia, parts of Mongolia, etc.
This ancient civilization created a complex system of laws and a powerful empire, including the Code of Hammurabi.
Babylonians
How does a polar bear's thick fur help it survive in the Arctic?
Insulation from cold temperatures
What is a distinctive characteristic of Impressionist paintings?
Capturing light and color effects, often using visible brushstrokes
What is a space telescope, and what is its purpose?
A telescope in space is designed to collect light from distance objects, often beyond the atmosphere's interference.
Name a major mountain range in South America.
Andes
This civilization, located in the Fertile Crescent, is considered one of the earliest known civilizations and developed a system of irrigation.
Mesopotamians
Explain how a bird's hollow bones help it adapt to flight.
Reduces weight, making flight easier.
Name a significant work by Rembrandt, known for its use of light and shadow.
Answer: Any of his notable self-portraits, The Night Watch, etc.
Name one of the robotic missions sent to explore Mars.
Curiosity, Perseverance, Pathfinder, etc.
What is a major waterway that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans?
Panama Canal