Flashcards on New Zealand: Land, History, Culture
New Zealand: Land, History, Culture – Student Guide
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New Zealand Geography and Overview
24 cards
Card 1
Question: What hemisphere is New Zealand located in?
Answer: The southern hemisphere.
Card 2
Question: What type of country is New Zealand in terms of landform?
Answer: An island country.
Card 3
Question: Name the three main islands of New Zealand mentioned.
Answer: North Island (Isle of Fire), South Island (Isle of Ice), and Stewart Island.
Card 4
Question: What body of water divides the North and South Islands?
Answer: Cook Strait.
Card 5
Question: Which ocean is New Zealand southeast of?
Answer: The Pacific Ocean.
Card 6
Question: What major geological feature runs through the North Island and causes volcanic activity?
Answer: The Pacific Ring of Fire (leading to large volcanic activity and earthquakes).
Card 7
Question: Which nearby country is mentioned as the nearest state, and how far away is it?
Answer: Australia, about 10,000 km away.
Card 8
Question: Compare the size and population distribution of the North and South Islands.
Answer: The North Island is smaller but more inhabited; the South Island is larger and less populated.
Card 9
Question: Approximately how many people live in the North Island and what is the main ethnic background noted?
Answer: Around 5 million, mostly European (British), with indigenous Maori present.
Card 10
Question: What are some geothermal features found on the North Island?
Answer: Mud pools, thermal water, volcanic lakes (e.g., Taupo — a crater lake).