geography Trivia Quiz # 98
This is Geography Quiz # 98, GOOD LUCK! You can head back to the main Geography Quiz index, or try your luck at a random quiz.Geography Question 1
Prague: A City Tour - We head towards Prague's most famous square, formerly the horse market, where people massed as the communist government gave way to democracy. The square is actually a long narrow rectangle 825 yards long but only 65 yards wide, and is dominated by a statue of its namesake. What is the name of this square?
The correct answer is 'Wenceslas Square'
Named after good King Wenceslas of Christmas carol fame, it now is the venue for art exhibits, fancy shops, and the ubiquitous McDonalds.
Geography Question 2
Illinois Fun Facts - What's unusual about Ahlgrim's Funeral Home in Palatine?
The correct answer is 'It has a miniature golf course'
Believe it or not, there is actually a miniature golf course in the basement of this funeral home. It was started over 35 years ago as a pastime for staff and family, and as word of its existence spread, it became an attraction in its own right. You need to call for a reservation to play- people are DYING to play. (sorry, I couldn't resist)
Geography Question 3
The Best of Brisbane - There is an historic house in Brisbane built by the explorer Augustus Charles Gregory. In fact, the suburb that it resides in is named after the house. What is the name of the suburb?
The correct answer is 'Rainworth'
Rainworth House gave its name to the suburb, which is situated very close to another historic house, Government House.
Geography Question 4
Aussie D's in Geography - First settled in the 1850's, this small Western Australian town is 202 km south-east of Perth. Where are we?
The correct answer is 'Darkan'
Darkan was declared a 'town' in 1905, six years after the railway line was built. In 1906 the Darkan Hotel was built and the railway station was built in 1907. Darkan is on the edge of the 'wheat-belt' area of south-eastern Western Australia.
Geography Question 5
New Mexico is Important! - One very important stone tool in the Western Hemisphere is named for where it was first discovered in New Mexico, what is the town name?
The correct answer is 'Clovis'
The Clovis point was first discovered near Clovis in 1932. It has been dated to as far back as 14,000 years and is the oldest and first point to appear in North America. The Folsom point was also discovered in New Mexico, making New Mexico one of the most important archaeological sites in North America.
Geography Question 6
U.S. Territories Are They Countries? - Are the native inhabitants of U.S. territories U.S. citizens?
The correct answer is 'Yes, with the exception of American Samoa'
American Samoans are U.S. nationals. Although territories do rule themselves, inhabitants are also U.S. citizens. They enjoy the same right as anyone else in the 50 states with the notable exception of being able to vote in presidential elections.
Geography Question 7
Small Towns in British Columbia - Which town is the farthest east on the Trans Canada of those listed?
The correct answer is 'Golden'
Golden is the last major stop before heading into Alberta. Oh yes, you still have to go through Field BC at the bottom of the 'Big Hill' where a lot of trains wrecked before the Spiral Tunnel was put in at Kicking Horse pass.
Geography Question 8
Name That State - The Missouri River, Burlington, and the Storm Lake Parks: Name the state.
The correct answer is 'Iowa'
Iowa is the home of Des Moines, the Des Moines River, and the Ft. Dodge Historical Museum.
Geography Question 9
The City of York - Which of these museums is in York?
The correct answer is 'All of them'
The Yorkshire Museum is situated (appropriately) in the Museum Gardens. The National Railway Museum was opened in York in 1975, and is the largest of its kind in the world. It contains some of the UK's best known trains, including the Mallard, which is one of the fastest steam locomotives ever built, having achieved a speed of 126 MPH. The Castle Museum is on the site of the old prison (which was the former site of York castle).
Geography Question 10
Touring Alabama-North Alabama - While in Huntsville, we visit the world-famous U.S. Space and Rocket Center. Which of these exhibits can you find there?
The correct answer is 'All of these'
You can also see the Spacedome IMAX Theater, climb the Olympus Mons Climbing Wall, and see a replica of the Mars Mobile Laboratory there too.