Global Explorer Quiz

Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872, is not only the oldest national park in the United States but also the largest in terms of area. While Yosemite National Park and Grand Canyon National Park are iconic and well-known, they are not the oldest or largest. Great Smoky Mountains National Park, while one of the most visited national parks, is not the oldest or largest in the U.S.

Turin, often referred to as the 'Detroit of Italy,' has a rich history in the automotive industry and is home to major car manufacturers like Fiat and Lancia.

Manchester was a major center for the textile industry during the 19th century, known for its production of cotton and significant role in the Industrial Revolution.

The correct answer is Greenland because it is home to the largest ice sheet in the Northern Hemisphere, covering a vast area.

A seismic sea wave is commonly known as a tsunami, not to be confused with tidal waves, hurricane waves, or storm surges.

Monsoons are characterized by a seasonal reversal in direction, bringing heavy rainfall to various regions.

Lalibela is known for its unique rock-hewn churches, while Addis Ababa is the capital of Ethiopia, Gondar is famous for its royal castles, and Axum is known for its ancient ruins including obelisks.

The correct answer is Germany because poodles were originally bred as water retrievers in Germany.

The River ISIS in Oxford is actually another name for the River Thames, which flows through London and various other towns and cities in England.

The Gaelic name 'Luimneach' translates to Limerick in English. Limerick is a city in Ireland known for its history, culture, and beautiful scenery.

Pretoria serves as one of the three capital cities of South Africa, along with Bloemfontein and Cape Town.

Argentina, Brazil, and Venezuela are the correct answers as they are South American countries that do not border the Pacific Ocean. Chile, Ecuador, and Peru are not the correct answers as they all have coastlines along the Pacific Ocean.

California is home to the coastal redwoods and giant sequoias, which are known for being the world's tallest trees. While Florida, Texas, and New York have their own unique ecosystems and plant life, they do not have the same species of trees known for their incredible height.

Masada overlooks the Dead Sea, which is known for its high salt content and sits at the lowest point on Earth.

Angkor is a famous archaeological site located near Cambodia known for its Hindu temple complex, including the iconic Angkor Wat. Machu Picchu is located in Peru, Petra is located in Jordan, and Easter Island is located in Chile.

Havana is the capital of Cuba, a Caribbean country known for its vibrant culture, history, and architecture.

The Volga River is the longest river in Europe, spanning a length of 3,531 kilometers. The Danube River is the second longest river in Europe, followed by the Rhine River and the Dnieper River.

The FENS of Eastern Europe refer to areas of reclaimed marshland that have been drained and converted into fertile agricultural land.

The Battle of Bannockburn took place on the banks of the River Forth in Scotland. The correct answer is River Forth.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland. This city has been the home of the IOC since 1915 and is widely regarded as the center of the Olympic movement.

The Caspian Sea is considered the world's largest lake by surface area, even though it is often referred to as a sea due to its size and saltwater properties.

The ancient city of Troy is located in Anatolia, Turkey, where extensive archaeological excavations have uncovered the ruins of this legendary city mentioned in Homer's Iliad.

Ben Nevis, located in Scotland, is the highest mountain in the British Isles with an elevation of 1,345 meters (4,413 ft). Snowdon, Scafell Pike, and Slieve Donard are the highest mountains in Wales, England, and Northern Ireland respectively, but they are not the highest among all the British Isles.

The Amazon River in South America holds the title of the largest river in the world in terms of volume, making it the correct answer to the question. The Nile, Yangtze, and Mississippi rivers are significant in their own right but do not match the volume of the Amazon River.

Cairo is the correct answer as it is the capital city of Egypt where the Great Pyramids of Giza are located. Alexandria is another major city in Egypt but not known for the pyramids. Luxor and Aswan are also notable cities along the Nile River, but they do not house the Great Pyramids.

Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland. Dublin is the capital of the Republic of Ireland, not Northern Ireland. Manchester and Glasgow are cities in England and Scotland respectively, not in Northern Ireland.

Lake Superior holds the title of being the deepest of the North American Great Lakes, with a maximum depth of approximately 1,332 feet. Despite being the largest in surface area, Lake Michigan is not the deepest among the group.

Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark, while Oslo is the capital of Norway, Stockholm is the capital of Sweden, and Helsinki is the capital of Finland.

Igneous rocks are formed when magma cools and solidifies. Sedimentary rocks are formed by the deposition and solidification of sediment. Metamorphic rocks are formed under high pressure and temperature conditions. Volcanic rocks are formed from the lava erupted from a volcano.

The country formerly known as the Gold Coast is Ghana, located in West Africa. While Liberia, Senegal, and Nigeria are also African countries, they were not known as the Gold Coast.