Continents and Oceans
Which continent is New Zealand a part of?
Oceania/Australasia
What are the two types of lines found on a map to help locate a particular place.
Longitude and latitude
What part of a PEEL paragraph is this sentence?
The Pacific Islands are characterised by lush tropical landscapes and warm, humid climates shaped by their location in the vast Pacific Ocean.
Point
What does Taiao mean?
Environment
What year did women get the right to vote in NZ.
1893 (will accept anything in 1890's)
What continent is Canada a part of?
North America
The international date line is an example of a
___ line
Longitudinal
What part of a PEEL paragraph is this sentence?
Many islands, such as those in Fiji and Samoa, are volcanic in origin and feature steep green mountains, dense rainforests, and fertile valleys, while coral atolls like those in Kiribati are low-lying with sandy soils and surrounded by turquoise lagoons.
Example
What is a natural feature/factor/characteristic? Definition + example
A natural feature of the Earth is a feature that would still exist even if humans didn’t live on Earth. They are naturally made in the environment. For example, Mount Everest or Lake Taupō.
Which planet is called the red planet?
What ocean lies between the South American and African continents?
Atlantic Ocean
Lines of latitude go from 0 degrees to...
90 degrees
What part of a PEEL paragraph is this sentence?
Therefore, the combination of volcanic landforms, coral reefs, and a warm tropical climate creates the distinctive natural environment that defines much of the Pacific Islands.
Link
What is a cultural feature/factor/characteristic? Definition + example
A feature that is man-made and would not exist if humans did not exist. For example, buildings, cities, schools.
What colour is Ms B's car?
White
What two Oceans surround the northern and southern poles
Artic Ocean and Southern Ocean
What are three key lines of latitude?
1. Equator
2. Tropic of cancer
3. Tropic of capricorn
What part of a PEEL paragraph is this sentence?
Because the Pacific Islands lie within the tropical zone near the equator, they experience high temperatures throughout the year, frequent rainfall, and seasonal trade winds that bring moisture from the ocean. These climatic conditions allow thick vegetation such as coconut palms, mangroves, and tropical forests to thrive, while volcanic soils provide nutrients that support agriculture and biodiversity.
Explanation
What is the word for this definition: a particular way of viewing and interpreting the world, shaped by factors like culture, history, and personal experiences.
Perspective
Recite the alphabet backwards
z, y, x...
What continent lies mostly in the South-Western hemisphere?
South America
What hemisphere is Norway located in
North-East
What is missing from this paragraph?
New Zealand has a highly diverse landscape and a temperate climate shaped by its mountainous terrain and surrounding ocean. Because New Zealand lies in the path of moist westerly winds from the Pacific Ocean, these mountains force the air to rise and cool, causing heavy rainfall on the western side of the country and creating lush temperate rainforests. In contrast, eastern regions are often drier due to the rain-shadow effect, producing grasslands and farmland. The surrounding ocean also moderates temperatures, meaning the country generally experiences mild summers, cool winters, and frequent changes in weather. For example, the Southern Alps stretch along much of the South Island and contain steep snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and deep valleys, while the North Island features rolling hills, fertile volcanic plains, and geothermal areas such as those found in Rotorua.
Link sentence. Therefore, New Zealand’s varied terrain and ocean-influenced climate combine to create a wide range of natural environments across the country
Give 2 NZ specific examples of natural features and two examples of cultural features.
Natural: Mount Ruapehu, Lake Taupō, Waitakere Forest, Pacific Ocean
Cultural: Sky Tower, Auckland CBD, Auckland Harbour Bridge, Victoria University
Michael Phelps (with 28 medals)