FIFA World Cup quiz

While the FIFA trivia is irrelevant, the information regarding the Antarctic Treaty System and Mount Erebus provides useful context for geography and international environmental governance, though it is not a direct exam topic.

Notes

FIFA World Cup records: Most goals in a single match, most minutes played in history, and unique award combinations (Golden Ball, Golden Boot, Golden Glove).
Historical trivia: India withdrew from the 1950 FIFA World Cup due to a disagreement over the mandatory requirement for players to wear boots.
Antarctic Treaty System: Argentina established the first permanent research station (Orcadas Base) in 1904.
The Antarctic Treaty applies to territories south of 60° South latitude.
The International Geophysical Year (IGY) of 1957-58 served as the catalyst for the Antarctic Treaty negotiations.
Seven nations (Argentina, Australia, Chile, France, New Zealand, Norway, and the UK) held overlapping territorial claims in Antarctica.
There are currently 29 countries with Consultative Party status, granting them voting rights in the Antarctic Treaty decision-making process.
Mount Erebus, located on Ross Island, is the southernmost active volcano on Earth.

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The Antarctic Treaty System is often cited as a model for international cooperation in global commons. Discuss the significance of the International Geophysical Year (IGY) in the formation of this treaty and analyze the challenges posed by overlapping territorial claims in the region. 150 words

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Which of the following countries established the first permanent research station in Antarctica, known as the Orcadas Base?

The Antarctic Treaty applies to all territory south of which latitude?
Mount Erebus, the southernmost active volcano on Earth, is located on which of the following?

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