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. The “Kagera Waterfalls” is located in which nation?
[A] Uganda
[B] Tanzania
[C] Burundi
[D] Nigeria
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Correct Answer: C [Burundi]
Notes:
The Chutes de la Kagera, also known as Kagera Waterfalls, is a series of waterfalls located in Burundi. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This waterfall has three landings.
22. The Great Plains is located in which among the following countries?
[A] United States
[B] Russia
[C] China
[D] Germany
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Correct Answer: A [United States]
Notes:
The Great Plains is located in United States and Canada. It lies west of the Mississippi River and east of the Rocky Mountains in the U.S. and Canada. The Great Plains is famous for extensive cattle ranching and dry farming. The Canadian portion of the Plains is known as the Canadian Prairies.
23. Which instrument is used to measure atmospheric pressure?
[A] Wind vane
[B] Thermometer
[C] Barometer
[D] Hygrometer
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Correct Answer: C [Barometer]
Notes:
The force exerted on the surface by the column of air above it is called atmospheric pressure or air pressure. It is measured by means of an instrument called barometer.
24. The “Pool Malebo” is located on the border between which two nations?
[A] Sudan and South Sudan
[B] Iran and Iraq
[C] Republic of Congo and Democratic Republic of Congo
[D] Brazil and Colombia
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Correct Answer: C [Republic of Congo and Democratic Republic of Congo]
Notes:
Pool Malebo, also known as Lake Nkunda, is located on the border between Republic of Congo and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It was formerly known as Stanley Pool. Kinshasa, capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Brazzaville, capital of the Republic of Congo are on the opposite side of the river on the pool. Pool Malebo lies on the lower reaches of the Congo River.
25. In which nation “Barbilla National Park” is located?
[A] Argentina
[B] Chad
[C] Costa Rica
[D] Suriname
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Correct Answer: C [Costa Rica]
Notes:
Barbilla National Park is located in Costa Rica. It is governed by the National System of Conservation Areas. It is located in the Caribbean La Amistad Conservation Area. It lies in the eastern slopes of Talamanca mountain range. This national houses the “Cabecar” tribes, the second-largest indigenous group in Costa Rica. It lies in the Dantas River Watershed area.
26. Which countries share the location of “Beskid Mountains”?
[A] Poland, Slovakia, Czech Republic and Ukraine
[B] Argentina, Chile, Bolivia and Paraguay
[C] Russia, Ukraine, Belarus and Serbia
[D] Russia, Poland, Latvia and Lithuania
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Correct Answer: A [Poland, Slovakia, Czech Republic and Ukraine]
Notes:
Poland, Slovakia, Czech Republic and Ukraine share the location of Beskid Mountains. The Beskids forms the part of the Carpathian Mountain Range. Babia Gora Peak is the highest mountain of this range which is 1725 metres above the sea level. It is bounded by Sudetes and Tatra Mountains. It houses the Beskidy Protected Landscape Area. It is rich in forest and coal.
27. Which among the following statements is/are correct about the coastal climate of US?
- The eastern coast of US in the tropical zone is warmer than the western coast.
- The temperature along the California coast remains relatively lower due to the cold California Current.
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: C [Both 1 & 2]
Notes:
The eastern coast of US in the tropical zone is warmer than the western coast. The Gulf Stream keeps the temperature higher along the eastern coast while the temperature along the California coast remains relatively lower due to the cold California Current.
28. Which among the following statements is/are correct about the Grassland Biome?
- Grasslands are perfect for cropping and pasturing.
- Temperate grasslands experience warm weather all year long.
- Tropical grasslands have hot summers and cold winters.
Select the correct code from the options given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 3
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
Notes:
Grasslands are perfect for cropping and pasturing because its soil runs deep and is extremely fertile.
Tropical and temperate are the two kinds of grasslands.
Tropical grasslands experience warm weather all year long while temperate grasslands have hot summers and cold winters.
29. The people of which among the following race are also called straight haired people?
[A] Australoid
[B] Caucasoid
[C] Negroid
[D] Mongoloid
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Correct Answer: D [Mongoloid]
Notes:
Chinese and Japanese key representatives of the Mongoloid people. They are also called straight haired people. Mongoloid group has vast and diverse geographical distribution and so “Asian” seems to be more suitable term for them. The sub-races of Mongoloids include East Asian, North Asian and Native American.
30. Which among the following chief socio-cultural factors have a bearing on the distribution pattern of population?
- Type of economy
- Political decisions
- Social organisation
Select the correct code from the options given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
The population distribution patterns in many instances are modified by socio-cultural factors also. The chief socio-cultural factors having a bearing on the distribution pattern of population are:
the type of economy
level of technological development
political decisions
social organisation
