CH 32 section 1:
1. New Zealand's land is more hilly and has more mountains that Australia. Australia only has one mounntain range, the Great Dividing Range. Other than that, it is mostly flat. Australia also has the Central Lowlands. New Zealand doesn't have lowlands. Australia has one major plateau, the Nullarbor Plain. New Zealand has a plateau in the center of the island.
2. Many of the islands in Oceania were formed by volcanoes. Some volcanoes erupted and their lava formed the island. Other underwater volcanoes had coral grow on them and islands formed from that. Continental islands formed from ancient rock folding up from the movement of tectonic plates and forming islands.
Creative Writing: Northern Island would be a better place to visit on vacation. It has a genteler geography, with nice beaches, hot springs, and freshwater lakes. South Island has rugged cliffs and mountains.
CH 32 section 2:
1. Differences in rainfall create the differences in climate and vegetation.
2. Most of Oceania has a tropical rain forest cliamte because it lies along the equator, between the tropic of Cancer and the tropic of Capricorn. There is a high humidity there.
Creative Writing: The islands of Oceania are a beautiful tropical destination. Because all of the islands are so different, there is something for everyone. Some islands favor hiking, while others favor sunbathing and beach visits. The climate is nice, hot and humid. The beaches and vegetation are beautiful, and the islands are filled with many fun activities.
