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  • What traditional navigation method did early Oceanians use?
    Radar
    GPS
    Wayfinding
    Compass
  • What is a "free association agreement" in the context of post-war Oceania?
    Cultural exchange
    Military alliance
    Trade agreement
    Path to independence
  • When did the first human settlements in Oceania occur?
    500 BC
    2000 AD
    1500 BC
    1500 AD
  • Approximately how many languages are spoken in Papua New Guinea?
    500
    860
    100
    10
  • What is a common feature of modern life in Oceania?
    Blend of traditional and modern
    No technology
    Only traditional practices
    Complete isolation
  • What is a Hawaiian luau?
    Trading market
    Modern celebration
    Religious sacrifice
    Ancient battle
  • What is a pidgin language used for in Papua New Guinea?
    Communication
    Storytelling
    Official government business
    Religious ceremonies
  • Which of the following was NOT a reason for European colonization?
    Religious conversion
    Resource access
    Tourism
    Strategic points
  • What is a characteristic of traditional housing in Oceania?
    Open structures
    Many walls
    Made from concrete
    Underground bunkers
  • Which countries have modern political agreements with various Oceania islands?
    Brazil, Argentina, Chile
    Canada, Mexico, Spain
    US, Australia, France
    India, China, Japan
  • What happened on some islands in Oceania after World War II?
    Became nuclear sites
    Became spaceports
    Became tourist spots
    Became farming hubs
  • When did European colonization of Oceania begin?
    1600s
    1900s
    1700s
    1500s
  • What type of transportation did early settlers of Oceania use?
    Large sailing canoes
    Small rafts
    Steamships
    Submarines
  • From which two places did people migrate to settle Oceania?
    Africa and Asia
    Europe and Africa
    Philippines & Indonesia
    Americas
  • From which region did the early settlers of Oceania originate?
    South America
    Europe
    Southeast Asia
    North America
  • What is a characteristic of the population diversity in Oceania?
    Single ethnic group
    Numerous ethnic groups
    Uniform culture
    One language spoken
  • Which of the following is a traditional activity in Oceania villages?
    Skiing
    Mountain climbing
    Surfing
    Fishing
  • What natural elements did early navigators observe for wayfinding?
    Wind direction only
    Animal migration
    Sun, stars, currents
    Cloud formations
  • When did European exploration of Oceania begin?
    1800s
    1400s
    1500s
    1700s
  • Which nations occupied islands in Oceania during World War II?
    France and Italy
    Japan, Germany, US
    Spain and Portugal
    Russia and China
  • Which is an example of a traditional housing style in Oceania?
    Samoan Fales
    Apartments
    Brick houses
    Skyscrapers
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