World Geography GK Questions Answers: Get ready to embark on a geographical odyssey with this challenging quiz! From towering mountains to sprawling deserts, bustling metropolises to hidden islands, prepare to test your knowledge of the world's diverse and fascinating landscapes. So, grab your atlas, dust off your geographical wits, and let's see how much you truly know about our planet.
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1. What is the tallest mountain in the world, measured from base to peak?
A) Mount Everest
B) Mauna Kea
C) Mount Chimborazo
D) Denali
Answer: B)
Explanation: According to BBC Science Focus, “The tallest mountain in the world from base to peak is Mauna Kea, a long-dormant volcano in Hawaii, USA. In total, it is approximately 10,205m (33481 feet) in height, taller than Mount Everest's 8,849m (29032 feet).”
2. The Grand Canyon, a natural wonder carved by the Colorado River, is located in which US state?
A) Arizona
B) California
C) Colorado
D) Nevada
Answer: A)
Explanation: The UNESCO World Heritage states: “Carved out by the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon (nearly 1,500 m deep) is the most spectacular gorge in the world. Located in the state of Arizona, it cuts across the Grand Canyon National Park.”
3. Which of the following seas is the world's smallest and shallowest?
A) Arctic Ocean
B) Baltic Sea
C) Mediterranean Sea
D) Sea of Azov
Answer: D)
Explanation: While the Arctic Ocean is the world's smallest ocean, it's not the smallest and shallowest sea. The title of "smallest and shallowest sea" actually belongs to the Sea of Azov, located between Ukraine and Russia.
4. The iconic White House serves as the official residence of the President of the United States. In which city is it located?
A) New York City
B) Los Angeles
C) Washington, D.C.
D) Chicago
Answer: C)
Explanation: The National Archives mentions: “The White House is located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States. The Washington Monument, the Capitol Building, the Jefferson Memorial, the Pentagon, and the Lincoln Memorial are also in the Washington, D.C. area.”
5. The Great Wall of China, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stretches for thousands of miles through which country?
A) Japan
B) Korea
C) India
D) China
Answer: D)
Explanation: The Great Wall of China stretches for thousands of miles through China itself! While its course passes through several regions and provinces within China, it remains entirely within the country's borders.
6. The iconic Taj Mahal, a monument to love and architectural marvel, is located in which Indian city?
A) Mumbai
B) Agra
C) Delhi
D) Kolkata
Answer: B)
Explanation: UNESCO World Heritage Site mentions: “An immense mausoleum of white marble, built in Agra between 1631 and 1648 by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, the Taj Mahal is the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage.”
7. Which of the following is the Capital of Poland?
A) Berlin
B) Warsaw
C) Paris
D) Dublin
Answer: B)
Explanation: According to European Space Agency, Warsaw is the capital of Poland. It is also the largest city located on the Vistula River.
8. Which country produces the most maple syrup in the world?
A) Canada
B) United States
C) Germany
D) Australia
Answer: A)
Explanation: Canada is known for its maple syrup production. According to the Agriculture et Agroalimentaire Canada, the country produces 85 per cent of the world’s maple syrup.
9. The Nile, which is one of the longest rivers in the world, has its source in which African country?
A) Egypt
B) Ethiopia
C) Sudan
D) Algeria
Answer: B)
Explanation: While the Nile River flows through several African countries, including Egypt, Sudan, and Algeria, its source is actually located in the Ethiopian Highlands, specifically in Lake Tana.
10. Which country boasts the highest number of natural lakes in the world?
A) United States
B) Russia
C) Canada
D) Finland
Answer: C)
Explanation: According to A-Z Animals, Canada boasts the highest number of natural lakes in the world with a staggering number 879,800 lakes in the country.
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