geography Trivia Quiz # 18
This is Geography Quiz # 18, GOOD LUCK! You can head back to the main Geography Quiz index, or try your luck at a random quiz.Geography Question 1
Illinois Geography - Which of the following cities is NOT on Interstate 74?
The correct answer is 'Decatur'
Decatur is on Interstate 72.
Geography Question 2
A Look at London's Bridges - William Wordsworth wrote a famous poem about which London bridge?
The correct answer is 'Westminster Bridge'
The poem was written in 1802, and it is said the poet wrote it from the top of a coach while on his way to France. The poem is entitled
'Upon Westminster Bridge'.
'Upon Westminster Bridge'.
Geography Question 3
"S" European Cities - This Russian city was known as Kuybyshev 1935-1991. It became the temporrary capital of the USSR in October 1941 when Moscow was threatened by German advance.
The correct answer is 'Samara'
Samara is situated on the Volga River. It has been a trading center since the end of the 18th century with the Kirgiz Steppe region and the cities of Turkestan.
Geography Question 4
Former Non-British Colonies - Rabat.
The correct answer is 'French Morocco'
French Morocco had the largest Central and Southern part when Morocco was divided between France and Spain.
Geography Question 5
St. Kitts - We bid goodbye to St. Kitts and board our plane for home. Tucked away in our suitcases are several pieces of local artwork, batik and of course rum. What famous winemaker decided to capitalize on this biproduct of the sugar cane industry by opening a distillery on St. Kitts bearing the monogram CSR?
The correct answer is 'Baron Edmond de Rothschild'
CSR=Cane Spirit Rothschild, very good stuff.
I hope you have enjoyed our visit to St. Kitts and look forward to travelling with you again.
I hope you have enjoyed our visit to St. Kitts and look forward to travelling with you again.
Geography Question 6
Facts About Vermont - In which Vermont city is Fletcher Allen Hospital located?
The correct answer is 'Burlington'
Fletcher Allen is one of Vermont's largest and most technologically advanced hospitals.
Geography Question 7
DownUnder - Who won the 2001, Australian Rugby League, Dally M Player of the Year award?
The correct answer is 'Preston Campbell'
Preston Campbell made his first grade debut in Gold Coast v Balmain at Leichhardt Oval, March 14, 1998. The Dally M Player of the year award is presented at the end of the final round of competition, just before the semis.
Geography Question 8
The South -West - Skylab was the first US space station launced into orbit in 1973. It plummeted back to earth in 1979 scattering in various pieces over parts of Western Australia with some debris to be found near this coastal town.
The correct answer is 'Esperance'
As inner Western Australia is sparsely populated nobody was injured, but at the time it created a great furore among the local population.
Geography Question 9
Great Britain Alphabetically - Part P - Which Italianate village in North Wales is best known as the location for the cult 1960s TV series 'The Prisoner'?
The correct answer is 'Portmeirion'
Portmeirion is located in the county of Gwynedd. It was designed and constructed by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis between 1925 and 1975. Noel Coward wrote 'Blithe Spirit' whilst staying in the village.
Geography Question 10
Nepal and the White Mountains - Of the ten highest mountain peaks in the world, how many can be found in Nepal?
The correct answer is 'Eight'
Remember to bring warm clothes when you go trekking in Nepal. The cities are hot, but once you start ascending, it quickly gets cold. Every thousand feet above sea level reduces the temperature by approximately three degrees. This part of the world is known as "The Roof of the World."