What continent do you live on?

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In summary, a continent is a large landmass surrounded by water. There are seven continents: Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, and South America. Most people live on the continent of Asia, which is also the largest. Continents are constantly moving due to plate tectonics. The smallest continent is Australia, which is also the only one in the Southern Hemisphere.

What continent do you live on?

  • Europe

    Votes: 8 42.1%
  • North America

    Votes: 8 42.1%
  • South America

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Africa

    Votes: 1 5.3%
  • Asia

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Middle East

    Votes: 1 5.3%
  • Australasia

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Far East

    Votes: 1 5.3%
  • Some where I have not mentioned (ie Antartica.)

    Votes: 0 0.0%

  • Total voters
    19
  • #1
Viper
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Just a bit of fun. No need for precise details. Just a bit of fun!
 
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  • #2
North America.
 
  • #3
Europe
 
  • #4
Europe
 
  • #5
Europe but originally from Africa.
 
  • #6
i think UK should be classed as a separate continent.
 

1. What is a continent?

A continent is a large, continuous landmass that is surrounded by water.

2. How many continents are there?

There are generally considered to be seven continents: Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, and South America.

3. What continent do most people live on?

Most people live on the continent of Asia, which is also the largest continent by land area.

4. Are continents constantly moving?

Yes, continents are constantly moving due to plate tectonics, which is the movement of Earth's crust caused by convection currents in the mantle.

5. What is the smallest continent?

The smallest continent is Australia, which is also the only continent that is entirely in the Southern Hemisphere.

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