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1. 1.

   Fill in the blanks.

   1. Antarctica is separated from the rest of the world by the icy waters of the ___________.
   2. East and West Antarctica are separated by the _____________.
   3. _____________in the _____________ is the highest point in Antarctica.
   4. _____________ is an active volcano on the Ross Sea.
   5. Today, Antarctica is jointly governed by the countiles that signed the _____________.
2. 2.

   Tick the sentences that are true. Correct the others.

   1. The word Antarctica literally means 'right next to the Arctic'.
   2. The Antarctic Peninsula is a continuation of the Rockies.
   3. Winter in Antarctica lasts over November, December January and February.
   4. Due to excessive snowfall, Antarctica is considered to be one of the wettest places on Earth.
   5. The Antarctic Treaty was Signed by 22 countries.
3. 3.

   Antarctica is known as the 'frozen continent'. Give reasons.

4. 4.

   The continent of Antarctica appears to be smaller in size during the summer months. Give reasons.

5. 5.

   Antarctica has a cold, dry climate. Give reasons.

6. 6.

   There is no permanent human settlement in Antarctica. Give reasons.