World Heritage Sites in Oceania Quiz

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1. The Bikini Atoll Nuclear Test Site is a site on which island nation?

Answer: Marshall Islands

The Bikini Atoll Nuclear Test Site is located in the Marshall Islands which is northeast of Australia. This area consists of 23 islands that were the location of nuclear bomb testing from 1946 until 1958. The indigenous population was removed from the location but allowed to return in 1970. The site includes all of the islands.

2. Which island would you travel to if you wanted to visit Nan Madol?

Answer: Pohnpei

On Pohnpei, stands the ancient city of Nan Madol. It was built on man made islands and includes cemeteries, bath houses, temples and meeting houses. Located in Micronesia, Nan Madol is a beautiful set of ruins ready to be visited by all who are interested.

3. Where would you go to see Levuka Historical Port Town?

Answer: Fiji

The former capital of Fiji, Levuka is an old town. Located on the western side of Ovalau Island it is home to Fiji's first library, bank and school. This is a town of history and antiques that was in June 2013 designated as a World Heritage Site.

4. In which country would you find Chief Roi Mata's Domain?

Answer: Vanuatu

The World Heritage site, Chief Roi Mata's Domain, is located in Vanuatu. The property includes Roi Mata's residence, the site of his death, and his grave.

5. The Papah�naumoku�kea Marine National Monument is found in Indonesia.

Answer: False

The Papah�naumoku�kea Marine National Monument is found in Hawaii and Midway. It encompasses over 10 islands and atolls. It includes the underwater life, semi-aquatic life, and flora and fauna of the islands.

6. The archaeological site of Taputapuatea marae belongs to which country?

Answer: France

The archaeological site of Taputapuatea marae belongs to Raiatea, an island of French Polynesia. The island has one road that runs around the island. It is from here that Hawaiians and Maori are thought to have originated.

7. Rapa Nui National Park on Easter island has Stone Heads that are called what?

Answer: Moai

The Moai at that are found on Easter Island cover the island. Their purpose is debated by scholars. The island was declared a World Heritage site in 1996. There are over 800 statues on the island.

8. The Phoenix Islands Protected Area is located in which Oceanic Republic?

Answer: Kiribati

The Phoenix Islands Protected Area is located in the Republic of Kiribati. It is mostly uninhabited by man. It is a large archipelago that is protected because of its unique animal and plant forms. One of animals in this area is the giant saltwater clams

9. Kuk Early Agricultural Site is what kind of landform?

Answer: Swamp

The Kuk Early Agricultural Site is a set of swamps in New Guinea that has been agriculturally used for over 9,000 years. Taro, bananas, and sugar cane have been grown off and on in the region.

10. Henderson Island has no resident human population.

Answer: True

There are no people living on this World Heritage site. This island is part of the Pitcairn Islands. It is a very interesting place in terms of plants and animals. It can support animal life but there is not enough water on the island to support human life.

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