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 lakes do not flow into the sea?
[A] Caspian sea
[B] Aral sea
[C] Black sea
[D] Dead sea
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Correct Answer: C [Black sea ]
Notes:
Endorheic basins are basins which have a limited drainage and which normally retains water. It does not allow the outflow to other external bodies like rivers or oceans.
Endorheic lakes do not flow into the sea. These include: Dead sea, caspian sea, aral sea , sambhar lake, etc.
22. The Vasilievsky Island is situated in which among the following countries?
[A] Germany
[B] Canada
[C] China
[D] Russia
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Correct Answer: D [Russia]
Notes:
The Vasilievsky Island is a river island situated in the St.Petersburg city of Russia.
23. Which one of the following nations is associated with the island state Tasmania?
[A] Papua New Guinea
[B] Indonesia
[C] Australia
[D] Cuba
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Correct Answer: C [Australia]
Notes:
Tasmania is an island state of Australia. It lies to the south of the Australian mainland separated by the Bass Strait. It is the 26th-largest island in the world. It houses several national parks and World Heritage Sites.
24. Which two nations are served by “Iguazu Falls”?
[A] Argentina and Brazil
[B] Argentina and Paraguay
[C] Argentina and Uruguay
[D] Argentina and Bolivia
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Correct Answer: A [Argentina and Brazil ]
Notes:
Iguazu Falls are located on the border regions of Argentina and Brazil. The water for the falls is provided by Iguazu River. The Devil’s Throat is a unique feature of this waterfall. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has a humid subtropical climate.
25. Which water body is geographically related to Brunei?
[A] Celebes Sea
[B] South China Sea
[C] Molucca Sea
[D] Banda Sea
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Correct Answer: B [South China Sea]
Notes:
The South China Sea is geographically related to Brunei. Brunei is located on Borneo Island, in south-east Asia. The northern coastline of Brunei lies the South China Sea. The Celebes Sea is located between the south-west of Borneo Islands (Indonesia) and the southern Philippines. The Molucca Sea and the Banda Sea is located below the Indonesian island of Sulawesi.
26. The Causeway Coastal Route is located in which among the following countries?
[A] Sweden
[B] Ireland
[C] United States
[D] France
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Correct Answer: B [Ireland]
Notes:
The Causeway Coastal Route is located in Northern Ireland. It is along the Atlantic coast.
27. The coastal city Auckland is located in which among the following countries?
[A] New Zealand
[B] Spain
[C] Italy
[D] Germany
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Correct Answer: A [New Zealand ]
Notes:
The coastal city Auckland is a city in New Zealand. Commonly referred as “The City of Sails”. It has thousands of city beaches.
28. Where is the Pacaya volcano located?
[A] Mexico
[B] Philippines
[C] Guatemala
[D] Indonesia
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Correct Answer: C [Guatemala]
Notes:
The Pacaya volcano is an active complex volcano in Guatemala. It is a popular tourist attraction. Pacaya rises to an elevation of 2,552 metres
29. Which among the following statements is not correct about stratosphere?
[A] It extends up to an altitude of 50 kilometres from the earth’s surface
[B] This layer is almost free from clouds and associated weather phenomenon.
[C] The temperature gradually falls to -100 degree celsius at 80 km altitude.
[D] It is the layer of the Earth’s atmosphere which lies beyond the troposphere
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Correct Answer: C [The temperature gradually falls to -100 degree celsius at 80 km altitude.]
Notes:
The Stratosphere is the layer of the Earth’s atmosphere which lies beyond the troposphere. It extends up to an altitude of 50 kilometres from the earth’s surface. This layer is almost free from clouds and associated weather phenomenon. It therefore makes conditions most ideal for flying aeroplanes. The temperature rises at a rate of 5°C per kilometer through this layer.
30. Which is the largest desert in Asia?
[A] Sahara
[B] Arabian
[C] Thar
[D] Kalahari
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Correct Answer: B [Arabian]
Notes:
The Arabian desert is a vast desert in western Asia. It occupies most of the Arabian Peninsula. It is the fifth largest desert in the world, and the largest in Asia. It occupies an area of 2,330,000 square kilometers.
