Geography Quiz: 15 Questions About the Earth
From the depths of the oceans to the peaks of the highest mountains, our planet is full of extraordinary landscapes. How well do you know the physical geography of the Earth?
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Frequently asked questions: Geography
A preview of what awaits you in this geography quiz: 15 multiple choice questions, each with a detailed explanation so you can learn while you play. Here are a few sample questions (and their answers, so no cheating before you play!).
What is the largest ocean on the planet?
Answer: The Pacific Ocean. The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean in the world, with an area of about 165 million km². It covers more than 30% of the Earth's surface, which is more than all the land above water put together.
What is the largest desert in the world?
Answer: Antarctica. Antarctica is the largest desert in the world, at about 14 million km². A desert is defined by its low rainfall (less than 250 mm a year), and Antarctica receives very little despite all its ice.
In which climate zone are tropical rainforests found?
Answer: The intertropical zone. Tropical rainforests are found in the intertropical zone, between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. This zone receives intense sunshine and abundant rainfall all year round.
What do you call a narrow arm of the sea between two pieces of land?
Answer: A strait. A strait is a narrow sea passage between two pieces of land that connects two bodies of water. The Strait of Gibraltar, between Europe and Africa, is only 14 km wide at its narrowest point.
What is a subduction zone in physical geography?
Answer: A zone where one tectonic plate dives beneath another. A subduction zone is a region where one tectonic plate (usually oceanic) dives beneath another plate. This process generates powerful earthquakes and volcanism, and helps form mountain ranges such as the Andes.
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