geography Trivia Quiz # 20
This is Geography Quiz # 20, GOOD LUCK! You can head back to the main Geography Quiz index, or try your luck at a random quiz.Geography Question 1
15Q - Where is the state fair held?
The correct answer is 'Richmond'
It is held in late September or early October.
Geography Question 2
Aussie E's in Geography - We're very close to the Western Australia/South Australia border, on the Eyre Highway. Where are we?
The correct answer is 'Eucla'
Eucla is in Western Australia, only 13 km from the South Australia border and even closer to the Great Australian Bight.
Geography Question 3
Sorrento - What is the most famous alcoholic beverage of Sorrento?
The correct answer is 'Limoncello'
Limoncello is made from Sorrento's famed lemons. Just about every shop you see in the streets of Sorrento will be chock full of limoncello.
Geography Question 4
Rivers 3 - What river runs through Baghdad?
The correct answer is 'Tigris'
Originates at Lake Hazar.
Geography Question 5
A-Z European Regions 4 - F. This region is a former duchy in north east Italy with capital at Trieste.
The correct answer is 'Friuli'
The east part of Friuli was acquired by Austria in 1500, the rest in 1797.
Geography Question 6
A Tour Through the City of Brotherly Love - Once you have viewed Philadelphia's City Hall, you decide that you are going to visit the city's famed Italian Market, a place that was made famous by actor Sylvester Stallone while he was filming the series of "Rocky" flicks. Upon arriving at the Italian Market, you notice a huge mural that is dedicated to Philadelphia's favorite and much beloved mayor. What is the name of the man that the mural was made for and dedicated to?
The correct answer is 'Mayor Frank L. Rizzo'
Philadelphia's favorite Mayor, Frank L. Rizzo is one of the most beloved, respected, and feared men in the city's history. As much as Frank was loved, he was also hated by many individuals. There was not, and will not be a man like him; he served Philadelphia as a cop, police commissioner, mayor, and consummate campaigner. Frank was and will always be the greatest Mayor in the history of Philadelphia. He served his Mayorship from January 3, 1972 to December 1976; he was awarded by the citizens of Philadelphia a second term in the November 1976 Mayoral Elections, and served his second term from January 5, 1976 to December 1980. Upon the death of Philadelphia's favorite son, a mural was commissioned and can be seen at 9th and Montrose Street; near 9th Street and Catharine Street, which is located in Philadelphia's Italian Market.
The Italian Market opened in 1903, and was dominated by Italian Americans who longed for a little of their ancestral homeland. The 'Market' runs south on 9th Street and ends just before reaching Carpenter Street, heading towards Center City Philadelphia. Inside the 'Market' you will find an assortment of butcher shops, florists, dressmakers, cookware shops, herbs and spice shops, coffee shops, pastry shops, seafood shops, and an arrayment of vendor carts that feature an assortment of fresh fruits and vegatables.
But if you looking for gourmet cheeses, then the place to visit is Di Bruno Brothers House of Cheese; located at 930 South 9th Street. In the 'House,' you will find various cheeses such as Chabis Feuille, Le Grande Caprin, Saint-Maure, Boilie Goat Cheese Balls, Creme Fraiche, Brin d'Amour, Danish Blue, and Papillon Roquefort. The 'House' also has a vast array of kitchenware, Caviar and smoked fish, Pasta and homemade sauces; they also offer specialty items and gift packages.
The Italian Market opened in 1903, and was dominated by Italian Americans who longed for a little of their ancestral homeland. The 'Market' runs south on 9th Street and ends just before reaching Carpenter Street, heading towards Center City Philadelphia. Inside the 'Market' you will find an assortment of butcher shops, florists, dressmakers, cookware shops, herbs and spice shops, coffee shops, pastry shops, seafood shops, and an arrayment of vendor carts that feature an assortment of fresh fruits and vegatables.
But if you looking for gourmet cheeses, then the place to visit is Di Bruno Brothers House of Cheese; located at 930 South 9th Street. In the 'House,' you will find various cheeses such as Chabis Feuille, Le Grande Caprin, Saint-Maure, Boilie Goat Cheese Balls, Creme Fraiche, Brin d'Amour, Danish Blue, and Papillon Roquefort. The 'House' also has a vast array of kitchenware, Caviar and smoked fish, Pasta and homemade sauces; they also offer specialty items and gift packages.
Geography Question 7
The Balkans - Which country is occasionally referred to as a Central European country instead of a Balkan one?
The correct answer is 'Slovenia'
Slovenia shares borders with Italy, Croatia, Austria, and Hungary.
Geography Question 8
Shepherd's Bush - Shepherd's Bush Green is bound by Goldhawk Road, Uxbridge Road, and what other road?
The correct answer is 'Shepherd's Bush Road'
Arguably the ugliest green in all of London. Let sheep graze on it I say.
Geography Question 9
The Falkland Islands - What is the approximate population of the Falklands (excluding military personnel)?
The correct answer is '2,400'
There can be up to another 2,000 military personnel on the islands, staying temporarily. Also on the islands are about 700,000 sheep!
Geography Question 10
San Francisco East Bay - What is the name of the fault line that runs through the East Bay Area?
The correct answer is 'Hayward Fault'
The Hayward Fault even runs directly under UC Berkeley's football stadium and has left some very visible cracks.