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 mountains is the source for the rivers Danube and Rhine?
[A] Alps
[B] Rockies
[C] Appalachians
[D] Andes
Show Answer
Correct Answer: A [Alps]
Notes:
Alps are a folded mountain ranges in Europe. Mount Blanc is one of the important peaks in Alps. Alps are a source for the rivers Danube, Rhine, etc.
22. Which among the following statements is not correct about Trade winds?
[A] They are seasonal winds which change their direction periodically with the change in season.
[B] They are extremely steady blowing from sub-tropical high pressure areas towards the equatorial low pressure belt
[C] They get deflected to the right in Northern Hemisphere and to the left in Southern Hemisphere due to Coriolis effect
[D] These winds converge near equator & form the ITCZ
Show Answer
Correct Answer: A [They are seasonal winds which change their direction periodically with the change in season.]
Notes:
Trade winds are planetary or permanent winds which are extremely steady blowing from sub-tropical high pressure areas (30 degree N and S) towards the equatorial low pressure belt. They get deflected to the right in Northern Hemisphere and to the left in Southern Hemisphere due to Coriolis effect and Ferrel’s law. These winds converge near the equator an form the ITCZ.
23. In which nation “La Sabana Metropolitan Park” is located?
[A] Brazil
[B] Colombia
[C] Costa Rica
[D] Spain
Show Answer
Correct Answer: C [Costa Rica]
Notes:
La Sabana Metropolitan National Park is located in San Jose, Costa Rica. It is Costa Rica’s largest and most significant urban park. It is considered as the “Lungs of San Jose”. This park offers green space and recreation to the residents of San Jose. It includes a large artificial lake, gymnasium, sports tradition etc.
24. What is the ‘eye’ of the cyclone characterized by?
[A] Fast winds and fair weather
[B] Light winds and thunderstorms
[C] Light winds and fair weather
[D] Fast winds and thunderstorms
Show Answer
Correct Answer: C [Light winds and fair weather]
Notes:
The “eye” is a roughly circular area of comparatively light winds and fair weather found at the center of a severe tropical cyclone. There is little or no precipitation.
25. Which among the following statements is not correct about ocean temperature?
[A] The uppermost 10 percent of the oceans contain more heat than the entire atmosphere.
[B] The temperature of the oceans is always uniform
[C] The density of ocean water is mostly a function of its temperature and salinity
[D] The oceans of the Northern are warmer than that of the Southern Oceans.
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [The temperature of the oceans is always uniform]
Notes:
The uppermost 10 percent of the oceans contain more heat than the entire atmosphere. The temperature of the oceans is not uniform.
It differs from latitude to latitude and from the surface to the bottom.
26. Which among the following statements is/are correct about the vertical distribution of Salinity of ocean water?
- Salinity increases with increasing depth in high latitudes.
- Salinity is high at the surface at the Equator.
Select the correct code from the options given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
Show Answer
Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
Notes:
Salinity increases with increasing depth in high latitudes.
Salinity is low at the surface at the Equator, due to high rainfall and transfer of water through equatorial currents.
27. What is the ratio of the maximum width of the head of an organism multiplied by 100 divided by its maximum length called?
[A] Cephalic Index
[B] Nasal Index
[C] Epicanthic fold
[D] Leptosome
Show Answer
Correct Answer: A [Cephalic Index]
Notes:
The shape of the head is expressed as an index of width of head divided by length, stated as a percentage. This index is called the cephalic index (C.I.). The long-headed people are called the Dolichocephalic, the mediumheaded are called the Mesocephalic and the broadheaded are called the Brachycephalic people
28. What are people of mixed Black and Indian blood in South America called?
[A] Semites
[B] Zuni
[C] Zambos
[D] Masai
Show Answer
Correct Answer: C [Zambos]
Notes:
A tribe can be defined as an aggregate of people linked together by means of social ties, a common language and the recognition of a common cultural heritage.
Zambos – People of mixed Black and Indian blood in South America
29. What refers to the change in number of inhabitants of a territory during a specific period of time?
[A] Demographic Gap
[B] Physiological Density
[C] Population Growth
[D] Demographic Dividend
Show Answer
Correct Answer: C [Population Growth]
Notes:
The population growth or population change refers to the change in number of inhabitants of a territory during a specific period of time. This change may be positive as well as negative. It can be expressed either in terms of absolute numbers or in terms of percentage.
30. Which settlements develop on the cross-roads and houses extend in all the four direction?
[A] Cruciform
[B] Double village
[C] Circular
[D] Rectangular
Show Answer
Correct Answer: A [Cruciform]
Notes:
Human Settlement is a form of human habitation which ranges from a single dwelling to large city. Cruciform settlements are settlements which develop on the cross-roads and houses extend in all the four direction.
