World Geography MCQs

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World Geography MCQs

Practice World Geography MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering continents, oceans, countries, capitals, major rivers, mountains, deserts, climate regions, important geographical features, world resources and global geography topics frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.

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Question #141
Which is the largest country in Europe?
A. Russia
B. France
C. Ukraine
D. Germany
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Russia is the largest country in Europe by area.
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Question #142
Which is the longest mountain range in Asia?
A. Altai Mountains
B. Himalayas
C. Tien Shan
D. Kunlun Mountains
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Himalayas are the longest and highest mountain range in Asia.
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Question #143
Which country is known as the 'Land of Morning Calm'?
A. Vietnam
B. Japan
C. South Korea
D. China
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
South Korea is known as the Land of Morning Calm.
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Question #144
Which is the largest river in Europe?
A. Rhine
B. Volga
C. Seine
D. Danube
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Volga River is the longest river in Europe.
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Question #145
Which is the longest river in South America?
A. Amazon
B. Parana
C. Magdalena
D. Orinoco
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Amazon River is the longest and largest river in South America.
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Question #146
Which is the largest peninsula in Asia?
A. Arabian Peninsula
B. Indochina Peninsula
C. Indian Peninsula
D. Malay Peninsula
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Arabian Peninsula is the largest peninsula in Asia.
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Question #147
Which country is known as the 'Land of the Golden Fleece'?
A. Azerbaijan
B. Georgia
C. Turkey
D. Armenia
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Georgia is historically associated with the legend of the Golden Fleece in Greek mythology.
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Question #148
What is the capital of Myanmar?
A. Yangon
B. Mandalay
C. Bago
D. Naypyidaw
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Naypyidaw became the capital of Myanmar in 2005, replacing Yangon.
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Question #149
Which country is the world's largest producer of uranium?
A. Kazakhstan
B. Canada
C. Russia
D. Australia
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Kazakhstan is the world's leading producer of uranium.
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Question #150
The Strait of Malacca connects the South China Sea with the:
A. Arabian Sea
B. Andaman Sea
C. Yellow Sea
D. Coral Sea
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Strait of Malacca links the South China Sea and the Andaman Sea and is one of the world's busiest shipping routes.
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Question #151
Which is the highest capital city in the world?
A. Thimphu
B. Bogota
C. Quito
D. La Paz
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
La Paz, Bolivia, is the world's highest administrative capital city.
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Question #152
What is the capital of Morocco?
A. Casablanca
B. Tangier
C. Marrakesh
D. Rabat
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Rabat is the capital city of Morocco.
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Question #153
Which country is the largest producer of bauxite in the world?
A. Brazil
B. Australia
C. India
D. China
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Australia is the world's largest producer of bauxite, the principal ore of aluminum.
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Question #154
Which river is known as the 'Father of African Rivers'?
A. Niger
B. Nile
C. Congo
D. Zambezi
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Nile River is often called the Father of African Rivers because of its historical significance.
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Question #155
What is the capital of Austria?
A. Graz
B. Vienna
C. Salzburg
D. Innsbruck
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Vienna is the capital and largest city of Austria.
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Question #156
Which sea is located between Europe and Asia?
A. Black Sea
B. Caspian Sea
C. Baltic Sea
D. North Sea
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Caspian Sea lies between Europe and Asia and is the world's largest inland water body.
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Question #157
What is the capital of Sri Lanka?
A. Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
B. Galle
C. Kandy
D. Colombo
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte is the official capital of Sri Lanka, while Colombo is the commercial capital.
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Question #158
Which country is the largest producer of nickel in the world?
A. Australia
B. Russia
C. Canada
D. Indonesia
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Indonesia is currently the world's largest producer of nickel.
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Question #159
What is the capital of Ukraine?
A. Lviv
B. Kyiv
C. Odesa
D. Kharkiv
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Kyiv is the capital and largest city of Ukraine.
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Question #160
Which country is known as the 'Land of the Long White Cloud'?
A. Greenland
B. Iceland
C. Australia
D. New Zealand
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
New Zealand is traditionally known by the Maori name Aotearoa, meaning Land of the Long White Cloud.
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