geography Trivia Quiz # 1
This is Geography Quiz # 1; the link to the answers is at the bottom of this page, hope you enjoy! You can return to the main Geography Trivia Quiz index, or try your luck at a random Geography Trivia Quiz.Geography Trivia Question 1
"F" Asian Cities - This town is the capital of one of the seven United Arab Emirates. It is also the name of the emirate.
The correct answer is 'Fujairah'
Fujairah is a small town on the east coast of UAE (Gulf of Oman).
Geography Trivia Question 2
Around the world in fifteen questions - I have to keep left, as I'm on the British Isles. All the way to the north I go, to the banks of the river Clyde, but I hesitate before I enter this city. My bike is green and while some love this color, there are sections of the population that absolutely loath it. Maybe I should leave my bike in a safe place and explore this city on foot. What city causes me this colorful problem?
The correct answer is 'Glasgow'
Arguably the fiercest rivalry in world football is over here between Celtic and Glasgow Rangers. The latter are in blue, the former wear green. I could be popular in their ranks, but I just want to have a break from football, and anyway, Ajax is my club so there you go.
Geography Trivia Question 3
Some Basic Facts About Gibraltar - There is a little village in Gibraltar which has lent its name to the bay in which it is located. What is the name of this little fishing village?
The correct answer is 'Catalan Bay'
The correct answer is Catalan Bay, which is located on the Eastern side of the Rock and was originally populated by Genoese many years ago, not Catalans as the name might suggest. Rosia Bay and Marina Bay do exist though. Rosia Bay is located in the South-West of the Rock and was the place where the HMS Victory, and the body of Admiral Lord Nelson, was brought to after the victory at Trafalgar. Marina Bay is one of Gibraltar's marinas and is located close to the airfield. Galician Bay, however, is an invention of mine.
Geography Trivia Question 4
Ten USA Geography Questions - What state has the least population in the United States?
The correct answer is 'Wyoming'
Wyoming only has 494,000 people!
Geography Trivia Question 5
The Beautiful Peak District - The parish church in what village is known as "The Cathedral of the Peak"?
The correct answer is 'Tideswell'
The church, dedicated to St. John the Baptist, has changed very little for 600 years.
Geography Trivia Question 6
Little Known Massachusetts Facts - Many, many famous people hail from Massachusetts. Where was John Chapman born?
The correct answer is 'Leominster'
aka Johnny Appleseed, his listed profession is 'Nursery Man'
Geography Trivia Question 7
The Luck of the Irish - What is the largest island in Ireland?
The correct answer is 'Achill Island'
Achill is 56 square miles and features cliffs, huge rocks, and dramatic moorlands.
Geography Trivia Question 8
Svalbard - What happened in 1920?
The correct answer is 'The Svalbard Treaty was written.'
The Svalbard Treaty was signed at the Paris Peace Conference on 9th February, 1920 and ensures that Svalbard shall remain demilitarised, Norway is responsible for administration issues and the citizens of the 40 countries that have signed receive equal rights in Svalbard.
Geography Trivia Question 9
These Sceptred Isles - Which island is nicknamed "Paddy's Milestone", being halfway between Glasgow and Belfast?
The correct answer is 'Ailsa Craig'
Granite from Ailsa Craig is used in the manufacture of curling stones.
Geography Trivia Question 10
The Real Land of Enchantment - What is the LOWEST point in NM?
The correct answer is 'Red Bluff Lake'
Red Bluff Lake is appox. 2,817 feet in elevation.