Mapping Important Islands and Archipelagos

Question

1. Hawaiian Islands

• Location: Pacific Ocean
• Country: United States
• Key Features:
  • A volcanic archipelago consisting of 137 islands, islets, and atolls.
  • Major islands: Hawaii (Big Island), Maui, Oahu, Kauai.
  • Known for its unique biodiversity, active volcanoes, and tourism.

2. Maldives

• Location: Indian Ocean
• Country: Maldives
• Key Features:
  • Composed of 26 atolls and more than 1,000 coral islands.
  • Known for its clear blue waters, coral reefs, and luxury resorts.
  • One of the lowest-lying nations in the world, vulnerable to rising sea levels.

3. Caribbean Islands

• Location: Caribbean Sea
• Countries: Includes nations like Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and more.
• Key Features:
  • Includes multiple archipelagos such as the Greater Antilles and the Lesser Antilles.
  • Known for its tropical climate, beaches, and rich colonial history.
  • Major tourist destination for cruise ships and beach resorts.

4. Philippines

• Location: Southeast Asia (Pacific Ocean)
• Country: Philippines
• Key Features:
  • An archipelago of over 7,600 islands.
  • Major islands: Luzon, Mindanao, Visayas.
  • Known for its diverse culture, natural beauty, and strategic maritime location.

5. Japanese Archipelago

• Location: East Asia (Pacific Ocean)
• Country: Japan
• Key Features:
  • Consists of 6,852 islands.
  • Major islands: Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, Shikoku.
  • Known for its historical significance, economic power, and technological advancements.

6. British Isles

• Location: North Atlantic Ocean
• Countries: United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland), Ireland
• Key Features:
  • Comprises two main islands: Great Britain and Ireland, along with over 6,000 smaller islands.
  • Known for its cultural and political influence, ancient history, and vibrant cities like London and Dublin.

7. Galápagos Islands

• Location: Pacific Ocean
• Country: Ecuador
• Key Features:
  • A volcanic archipelago with 19 islands.
  • Famous for its unique wildlife and biodiversity, which influenced Charles Darwin's theory of evolution.
  • A UNESCO World Heritage site, attracting scientists and eco-tourists.

8. New Zealand (North and South Islands)

• Location: South Pacific Ocean
• Country: New Zealand
• Key Features:
  • Two main islands: North Island and South Island.
  • Known for its diverse landscapes, including mountains, beaches, and rainforests.
  • Popular for outdoor activities and adventure tourism.

9. Madagascar

• Location: Indian Ocean (off the east coast of Africa)
• Country: Madagascar
• Key Features:
  • The world's fourth-largest island.
  • Known for its unique flora and fauna, much of which is not found anywhere else on Earth.
  • Major biodiversity hotspot, but faces environmental threats like deforestation.

10. Indonesian Archipelago

• Location: Southeast Asia (between the Indian and Pacific Oceans)
• Country: Indonesia
• Key Features:
  • World's largest archipelago with over 17,000 islands.
  • Major islands: Sumatra, Java, Borneo, Sulawesi, New Guinea.
  • Known for its diverse cultures, rich natural resources, and active volcanoes.

Answer 1

Match the following islands/archipelagos with their key features:

Islands/Archipelagos	Key Features
1. Galápagos Islands	a) World's largest archipelago with over 17,000 islands
2. Maldives	b) Known for its influence on Darwin’s theory of evolution
3. Indonesian Archipelago	c) Composed of 26 atolls and over 1,000 coral islands
4. British Isles	d) Comprises two main islands: Great Britain and Ireland
5. Madagascar	e) Known for its unique biodiversity, 4th largest island in the world

Options:
a) 1-b, 2-c, 3-a, 4-d, 5-e
b) 1-c, 2-b, 3-d, 4-a, 5-e
c) 1-a, 2-d, 3-b, 4-c, 5-e
d) 1-e, 2-a, 3-c, 4-b, 5-d

Answer: a) 1-b, 2-c, 3-a, 4-d, 5-e

Explanation:

• Galápagos Islands: Known for its influence on Darwin’s theory of evolution (b)
• Maldives: Composed of 26 atolls and over 1,000 coral islands (c)
• Indonesian Archipelago: World's largest archipelago with over 17,000 islands (a)
• British Isles: Comprises two main islands: Great Britain and Ireland (d)
• Madagascar: Known for its unique biodiversity, 4th largest island in the world (e)

Match the following islands/archipelagos with their locations:

Islands/Archipelagos	Location
1. Hawaiian Islands	a) Southeast Asia
2. Philippines	b) North Atlantic Ocean
3. Japanese Archipelago	c) Pacific Ocean
4. British Isles	d) Indian Ocean
5. Madagascar	e) East Asia

Options:
a) 1-c, 2-a, 3-e, 4-b, 5-d
b) 1-a, 2-c, 3-b, 4-d, 5-e
c) 1-b, 2-e, 3-a, 4-c, 5-d
d) 1-e, 2-b, 3-d, 4-a, 5-c

Answer: a) 1-c, 2-a, 3-e, 4-b, 5-d

Explanation:

• Hawaiian Islands: Located in the Pacific Ocean (c)
• Philippines: Located in Southeast Asia (a)
• Japanese Archipelago: Located in East Asia (e)
• British Isles: Located in the North Atlantic Ocean (b)
• Madagascar: Located in the Indian Ocean (d)

Match the following islands/archipelagos with their key features:

Islands/Archipelagos	Key Features
1. New Zealand	a) Famous for its biodiversity and located in the Indian Ocean
2. Caribbean Islands	b) Known for luxury resorts and coral reefs
3. Japanese Archipelago	c) Composed of North and South Islands, known for diverse landscapes
4. Maldives	d) Includes nations like Cuba, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic
5. Galápagos Islands	e) Known for its impact on Darwin's theory of evolution

Options:
a) 1-c, 2-d, 3-e, 4-b, 5-a
b) 1-c, 2-d, 3-b, 4-e, 5-a
c) 1-c, 2-d, 3-b, 4-b, 5-e
d) 1-e, 2-c, 3-d, 4-b, 5-a

Answer: a) 1-c, 2-d, 3-e, 4-b, 5-a

Explanation:

• New Zealand: Composed of North and South Islands, known for diverse landscapes (c)
• Caribbean Islands: Includes nations like Cuba, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic (d)
• Japanese Archipelago: Known for its impact on Darwin's theory of evolution (e)
• Maldives: Known for luxury resorts and coral reefs (b)
• Galápagos Islands: Famous for its biodiversity and located in the Indian Ocean (a)