Arctic Circle Quiz

Poland does not have any territory within the Arctic Circle. The countries with land inside the Arctic Circle are Canada, Denmark (via Greenland), Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Russia, and the United States (via Alaska).

The polar bear is the apex predator of the Arctic, primarily hunting seals on sea ice.

Aurora Borealis, or the northern lights, is a natural light display predominantly seen in high-latitude regions around the Arctic.

The Inuit are indigenous people inhabiting regions of the Arctic, including parts of Canada, Greenland, and Alaska.

Permafrost is ground that remains completely frozen for at least two consecutive years, common in Arctic regions.

Robert Peary, along with Matthew Henson and four Inuit guides, is generally credited as the first to reach the North Pole in 1909.

Greenland is the world’s largest island and lies mostly within the Arctic Circle.

The igloo is a traditional Inuit dwelling made of snow blocks, designed to insulate against the cold.

Puffins are seabirds commonly found in the Arctic, known for their colorful beaks and excellent diving ability.

Murmansk, Russia, is the largest city north of the Arctic Circle, with a population of approximately 295,000.