World & Physical Geography MCQs
World Geography Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Quiz for State and UPSC Civil Services Examinations. Objective Questions on Physical Geography and World Geography for competitive examinations.
21. Which among the following pairs of slope landforms is/are correctly matched?
- Cliff – A vertical or near vertical rock face of substantial height.
- Col – Land between two converging, or confluent rivers.
Select the correct code from the options given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
Notes:
Col is the lowest point on a mountain ridge between two peaks.
Doab is a land between two converging, or confluent rivers.
22. Which among the following statements is correct about Ravine?
[A] It is a low area between hills, often with a river running through it
[B] It is a shallow cave-like opening at the base of a bluff or cliff
[C] It is a small valley which is the product of streamcutting erosion
[D] It is the name for valley commonly used in Ireland and Scotland
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Correct Answer: C [It is a small valley which is the product of streamcutting erosion]
Notes:
Ravines are small valleys which are a product of stream cutting erosion. They are larger than the gullies and smaller than the valleys.
23. In which one of the following nations the “Great Barrier Reef”, the world’s largest coral reef system, is located?
[A] New Zealand
[B] Indonesia
[C] Australia
[D] USA
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Correct Answer: C [Australia]
Notes:
The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system. It is located in the Coral Sea, off the east coast of the Queensland, Australia. This coral reef can be seen from the outer space. Also, it is the world’s largest single structure made by living organisms. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
24. Which country does not share a border with Benin?
[A] Togo
[B] Burkina Faso
[C] Nigeria
[D] Cameroon
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Correct Answer: D [Cameroon]
Notes:
Cameroon does not share a border with Benin. Four nations shares border with Benin. Togo lies to the west of Benin. Burkina Faso lies to the north-west of Benin. Nigeria lies to the east of Benin. Niger lies to the north-east of Benin. South of Benin faces the Bight of Benin, a part of the Gulf of Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean.
25. Which nation houses Mount Heha?
[A] South Africa
[B] Tanzania
[C] Angola
[D] Burundi
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Correct Answer: D [Burundi]
Notes:
Mount Heha is the highest mountain in Burundi. It is also the highest point in Burundi Highlands mountain range. It is located in Bujumbura. It is near to Lake Tanganyika.
26. Great Bear Lakes and Great Slave Lakes are the two largest lakes of which nation?
[A] Australia
[B] South Africa
[C] Germany
[D] Canada
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Correct Answer: D [Canada]
Notes:
Great Bear Lakes and Great Slave Lakes are the two largest lakes of Canada. Great Bear Lake is the largest lake in Canada, which is located inside Canada as a whole. Great Slave Lake is the second-largest lake of Canada, after Great Bear Lake. It is also the deepest lake in North America.
27. Which nation is geographically related to “Ennedi Plateau”?
[A] Botswana
[B] Chad
[C] Zimbabwe
[D] Uganda
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Correct Answer: B [Chad]
Notes:
Chad is geographically related to Ennedi Plateau. It is located in north-eastern Chad. It is a part of the Sahelian region. The “Ennedi Massif: Natural and Cultural Landscape” got inscribed into the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This area is famous for its large collection of rock art.
28. The Ebro Delta is situated on which among the following seas?
[A] Mediterranean Sea
[B] Red Sea
[C] Black Sea
[D] Caspian Sea
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Correct Answer: A [Mediterranean Sea]
Notes:
The Ebro Delta is on the Ebro river is on the Mediterranean sea. It is one of the largest wetland area on the western Mediterranean sea. It is a Ramsar Wetland site.
29. Which among the following Plateaus is also known as ‘Asia Minor’?
[A] Tibetan Plateau
[B] Deccan Plateau
[C] Anatolian Plateau
[D] Loess Plateau
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Correct Answer: C [Anatolian Plateau ]
Notes:
The Anatolian Plateau in Turkey is also known as the Asia Minor. It is famous for best quality wool producing goat called as the Angora goats.
30. The world’s highest motorable road passes through which among the following?
[A] Bara Lacha La
[B] Pir – Panjal
[C] Khardung La
[D] Rohtang
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Correct Answer: C [Khardung La ]
Notes:
The Khardung La pass near Leh in Ladakh, has an elevation of 5602 metres. The world’s highest motorable road passes through this pass.
