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Which country is the largest by area in the world?
A
Russia
B
Canada
C
United States
D
China
Correct Answer:
A. Russia
Explanation:
Russia is the largest country in the world by area, covering approximately 17.1 million square kilometers.
The Prime Meridian (0° longitude) passes through which city?
A
Paris
B
Greenwich, London
C
Berlin
D
Amsterdam
Correct Answer:
B. Greenwich, London
Explanation:
The Prime Meridian passes through Greenwich, London, and serves as the reference line for measuring longitude.
Which is the highest mountain peak in the world?
A
K2
B
Kangchenjunga
C
Mount Everest
D
Makalu
Correct Answer:
C. Mount Everest
Explanation:
Mount Everest, located in the Himalayas, is the highest mountain peak at 8,849 meters above sea level.
The Suez Canal connects which two water bodies?
A
Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea
B
Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean
C
North Sea and Baltic Sea
D
Black Sea and Aegean Sea
Correct Answer:
A. Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea
Explanation:
The Suez Canal in Egypt connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea, providing a crucial shipping route.
Which continent is the coldest?
A
Arctic
B
Greenland
C
Antarctica
D
Northern Canada
Correct Answer:
C. Antarctica
Explanation:
Antarctica is the coldest continent with temperatures dropping below -80°C in winter.
The Panama Canal connects which two oceans?
A
Atlantic and Indian Oceans
B
Pacific and Atlantic Oceans
C
Pacific and Indian Oceans
D
Atlantic and Arctic Oceans
Correct Answer:
B. Pacific and Atlantic Oceans
Explanation:
The Panama Canal connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, providing a crucial shortcut for maritime trade.
The Great Barrier Reef is located off the coast of which country?
A
New Zealand
B
Australia
C
Papua New Guinea
D
Fiji
Correct Answer:
B. Australia
Explanation:
The Great Barrier Reef, the world's largest coral reef system, is located off the coast of Queensland, Australia.
What is the capital of Bhutan?
A
Paro
B
Thimphu
C
Punakha
D
Jakar
Correct Answer:
B. Thimphu
Explanation:
Thimphu is the capital of Bhutan, located in the western part of the country. It became capital in 1961, replacing Punakha.
Which strait separates Spain from Morocco?
A
Bosphorus Strait
B
Strait of Gibraltar
C
English Channel
D
Dardanelles Strait
Correct Answer:
B. Strait of Gibraltar
Explanation:
The Strait of Gibraltar is the narrow passage between Spain and Morocco, connecting the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea.
Q.10
Easy
World Geography
Which river is the longest in South America?
A
Amazon River
B
Paraná River
C
Orinoco River
D
São Francisco River
Correct Answer:
A. Amazon River
Explanation:
The Amazon River is the longest river in South America and the world's largest by water discharge.
