Test Your Knowledge On Antarctica: A Year On Ice

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    Where is Anthony Powell, Director of the film, from?

    • Canada
    • Australia
    • New Zealand
    • United States
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Unleash your inner explorer with our "Antarctica: A Year on Ice" quiz! This interactive and fun challenge takes you on a journey through the icy wilderness, testing your knowledge about Anthony Powell's award-winning documentary. With questions ranging from scientific phenomena to captivating wildlife to the daily life of Antarctica's brave residents, this quiz is perfect for both film buffs and nature lovers alike. Prove your expertise or learn something new with this quiz. Try this quiz now, and you can thank us later!

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  • 2. 

    The film features a shot of the Southern Lights. What is the scientific name for this phenomenon?

    • Aurora Borealis

    • Aurora Australis

    • Polar Aurora

    • Celestial Aurora

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  • 3. 

    Which of the following is United States' research base in Antarctica?

    • McMurdo Station

    • Amundsen–Scott South Pole Station

    • Halley Research Station

    • Casey Station

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  • 4. 

    What does the film illustrate happens in Antarctica during the months of winter?

    • The sun never sets.

    • The sun never rises.

    • The temperature falls below -100 degreeS Celsius.

    • Penguins go under hibernation.

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  • 5. 

    What is one of the side effects of living in Antarctica mentioned in the documentary?

    • Insomnia

    • Acute Mountain Sickness

    • Heat Exhaustion

    • T3 Syndrome

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  • 6. 

    How long did it take Anthony Powell to make "Antarctica: A Year on Ice"?

    • Over 15 years

    • Over 20 years

    • Less than a year

    • Around 5 years

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  • 7. 

    Which of the following Antarctic wildlife does the film show?

    • Penguins

    • Seals

    • Birds 

    • All of the above

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  • 8. 

    What was the name of the annual New Year party as depicted in the film?

    • Snow Fall

    • Sun Fall

    • Ice Stock

    • Ice Call

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  • 9. 

    At which film festival did the film premiere?

    • 2013 Cannes Film Festival

    • 2013 New Zealand International Film Festival

    • 2014 Cannes Film Festival

    • 2014 New Zealand International Film Festival

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    In which film festival did the film win the award for Best Documentary?

    • Calgary International Film Festival

    • New Zealand International Film Festival

    • Sundance Film Festival

    • Toronto International Film Festival

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