21. The Antarctic Centre was established in Christchurch because

• A.

  New Zealand is a member of the Antarctic Treaty.

• B.

  Christchurch is geographically well positioned.

• C.

  the climate of Christchurch is suitable.

22. One role of the Antarctic Centre is to

• A.

  provide expeditions with suitable equipment.

• B.

  provide researchers with financial assistance.

• C.

  ensure that research is internationally relevant.

23. The purpose of the Visitors

• A.

  provide accommodation.

• B.

  run training sessions.

• C.

  show people what Antarctica is like.

24. Dr Merrywhether says that Antarctica is

• A.

  unlike any other country.

• B.

  extremely beautiful.

• C.

  too cold for tourists

25. According to Dr Merrywhether, Antarctica is very cold because

• A.

  of the shape of the continent.

• B.

  it is surrounded by a frozen sea.

• C.

  it is an extremely dry continent.

26. Dr Merrywhether thinks Antarctica was part of another continent because

• A.

  he has done his own research in the area.

• B.

  there is geological evidence of this

• C.

  it is very close to South America.