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?
- Hill – Landform that extends above the surrounding terrain
- Mountain pass – Route through a mountain range or over a ridge
- Cuesta – A hill or ridge with a gentle slope on one side and a steep slope on the other
Select the correct code from the options given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] 1, 2 & 3
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Slope Landforms:
Hill is a landform that extends above the surrounding terrain. It has a distinct summit.
Mountain pass is a route through a mountain range or over a ridge.
Cuesta is a hill or a ridge with gentle slope on one side and a steep slope on the other.
22. Which among the following statements is/are correct about rift valley?
- It is a tectonic landform
- It is formed at convergent plate boundary
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:
Rift valley is a type of a tectonic landform. It is a linear lowland formed by a tectonic rift or fault. It is formed on a divergent plate boundary.
23. Which among the following pairs of tectonic landforms is/are correctly matched?
- Rift valley – Linear lowland created by a tectonic rift or fault
- Sand boil – A cone of sand formed by the ejection of sand onto a surface from a central point by water under pressure
- Mid-ocean ridge – Landform created by the eruption of mud or slurries, water and gases
Select the correct code from the options given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] 1, 2 & 3
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Only 1 & 2]
Notes:
The underwater mountain system formed by plate tectonic spreading is called the Mid oceanic ridge. They are formed by plate tectonics due to the process of sea floor spreading. They are formed at divergent plate boundaries. They are the longest mountain ranges of the world.
24. Blue Mountains is located in which country?
[A] Switzerland
[B] Germany
[C] Australia
[D] France
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Correct Answer: C [Australia]
Notes:
The Blue Mountains is located in New South Wales, Australia. It is situated in the central parts of Sydney Basin. These mountains are a dissected plateau with sandstone foundation. It was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2000.
25. In which one of the following nations Fraser Island, the world’s largest sand island, is located?
[A] Mauritius
[B] India
[C] Australia
[D] New Zealand
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Correct Answer: C [Australia]
Notes:
Fraser Island is the world’s largest sand island, stretching over 120 kilometres, located in Australia. It is a UNESCO Wolrd Heritage Site. It was the traditional land of the Butchulla people. This island is protected through Great Sandy National Park.
26. Where are the Andes mountains located?
[A] South Africa
[B] Europe
[C] South America
[D] North America
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Correct Answer: C [South America ]
Notes:
The Andes Mountains in South America, are the longest mountain chain in the world. Mt. Aconcagua is the highest peak in the Andes.
27. Which mountain range acts as a boundary between Europe and Asia?
[A] Altai
[B] Atlas
[C] Ural
[D] Hindukush
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Correct Answer: C [Ural ]
Notes:
The Ural Mountains in Russia, act as a boundary between Europe and Asia. Mt. Narodnaya is the highest peak in the Urals.
28. The Gangetic Plains is a part of which among the following countries?
- India
- Pakistan
- Nepal
- Bangladesh
Select the correct code from the options given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 1, 2 & 3
[C] Only 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: C [Only 1, 3 & 4]
Notes:
The Gangetic Plains is the large space of level, made by the Ganges River in the northern parts of India. It borders the surrounding areas of Himalayas. It is an important part of the countries of India, Nepal, and Bangladesh.
It is bounded by:
Thar Desert – West
Himalayas – North
Ganges Delta – East
Vindhyas and Satpuras – South
29. Which among the following is not a seasonal wind?
[A] Monsoon
[B] Land Breeze
[C] Easterlies
[D] Sea Breeze
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Correct Answer: C [Easterlies]
Notes:
Permanent winds are the planetary winds which blow extensively over continents and oceans. Permanent winds or Planetary winds include:
Trade winds
Easterlies
Westerlies
Monsoons, Land Breeze and Sea Breeze are seasonal winds which change their direction periodically with the change in season.
30. Which among the following water bodies has the highest salinity?
[A] Lake Van
[B] Dead Sea
[C] Great Salt Lake
[D] Dal Lake
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Correct Answer: A [Lake Van]
Notes:
Salinity means the total content of dissolved salts in Sea or Ocean.
The highest salinity is found in Lake Van, Turkey – 330 o/oo
Dead Sea – 238 o/oo
Great Salt Lake – 220 o/oo
