geography Trivia Quiz # 64
This is Geography Quiz # 64, GOOD LUCK! You can head back to the main Geography Quiz index, or try your luck at a random quiz.Geography Question 1
World Capitals - Zambia
The correct answer is 'Lusaka'
Geography Question 2
National Park Trivia - Volcanic cones on the big island of Hawaii in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park reach elevations exceeding 10,000 feet. True or False.
The correct answer is 'True'
The islands of Hawaii were formed (and are still being formed today) by the movement of the Pacific plate over a "hot spot" in the Earth's mantle.
Geography Question 3
Secrets of BC- The Lower Mainland - What is the city of Surrey's motto?
The correct answer is 'The city of parks.'
Surrey has many parks, including Bear Creek Park with it's extensive forests, salmon spawning creek, public swimming pool, water park, track, and playground.
Geography Question 4
Highest mountains in European Countries 2 - In what European country/region is Olympus (1951 m.) the highest mountain?
The correct answer is 'Cyprus'
Of course there is also a Mt.Olympus in Greece, but it´s a lot higher (2917 m.) This mountain in Cyprus was formerly called Mount Troodos. It´s by the way also the Greek name of a mountain in Turkey (Bursa province), in Turkish called Ulu Dag.
Geography Question 5
Know a bit more about Lebanon - What sea borders Lebanon?
The correct answer is 'Mediterranean Sea'
Hope you enjoyed the quiz!
Geography Question 6
The Blue Danube - The Danube flows through the Slovakian capital Bratislava, what is the German name for Bratislava?
The correct answer is 'Pressburg'
Many towns in central Europe, Bratislava included were once part of the German or Austro-Hungarian empires
Geography Question 7
Another Trip To Amish Country PA - After a visit to the Columbia Historical Society, you are recommended to go visit a world reknown museum in town. It is known for having the largest horological collection in North America. The name of the museum is:
The correct answer is 'The National Watch and Clock Museum'
The National Watch and Clock Museum was officially opened to the public in 1977 with fewer than 1,000 items. Since that time the collection has increased to over 12,000 items. Although the main focus of the museum is on early American clocks and watches, it also features many rare and unusual pieces from other parts of the world. Today, the museum is recognized as the largest and most comprehensive horological collection in North America.
Geography Question 8
Geography of Greece - What connects the southern Greek region of Pelopponesus with the rest of the Greek mainland?
The correct answer is 'The Isthmus of Corinth'
The other choices are all my inventions, although the place names do exist. The plans to cut through the narrow neck of land connecting Pelopponesus with the rest of Greece were formulated in ancient times, but did not become a reality until the 1890s. This allows ships to cross from the Aegean on through to the Ionian Seas (the two bodies of water on either side of Greece) without them having to go the long circuitous route of around Pelopponesus. Think of a smaller version of the Panama Canal!
Geography Question 9
Prove Yourself with Trivia from India - Which Indian politician was Acting Prime Minister twice but never became the permanent Prime Minister?
The correct answer is 'Gulzari Lal Nanda'
This one must have been easy due to the options. Gulzari Lal Nanda was acting P.M. twice during May-June in 1964 and from January 11-24 in 1966.
Geography Question 10
Which Springfield? - In which Springfield would you find the Basketball Hall of Fame?
The correct answer is 'Springfield, Massachusetts'