Try This Utimate Geography Trivia Test! Quiz

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    Scale: 1cm ___________ 1km.

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Do you have the ability to try this ultimate geography trivia test and get all the questions correct? There is a lot that is taught in a geography class, and this means that people tend to forget a lot, and that is where this quiz comes in to test one's understanding. If you are up to the challenge, be sure to give it a try and see how much you will recall!

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  • 2. 

    We use a population __________ to work out the aging population of a designated place.

    Explanation
    We use a population pyramid to work out the aging population of a designated place. A population pyramid is a graphical representation of the age and gender distribution of a population. It consists of two back-to-back bar graphs, one showing the distribution of males and the other showing females, with age groups on the vertical axis and the percentage or number of people in each group on the horizontal axis. By analyzing the shape of the population pyramid, we can determine the proportion of young, middle-aged, and elderly individuals in a population, which helps in understanding the aging population of a designated place.

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  • 3. 

    A natural hazard is

    • A threat having an element of human intent, negligence, or error, or involving a failure of a man-made system

    • A threat of a naturally occurring event that will have a negative effect on people or the environment

    • A threat to everything

    • Bushfires, cyclones, tsunami.

    Correct Answer
    A. A threat of a naturally occurring event that will have a negative effect on people or the environment
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "a threat of a naturally occurring event that will have a negative effect on people or the environment." This answer accurately describes a natural hazard as a threat that arises from natural events and can cause harm or damage to people or the environment. It excludes any element of human intent, negligence, or error, as well as any reference to being a threat to everything. The examples provided, such as bushfires, cyclones, and tsunamis, align with the concept of natural hazards.

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  • 4. 
    What direction is California from North Dakota? - ProProfs

    What direction is California from North Dakota?

    • NE

    • SW

    • NW

    • SE

    • W

    Correct Answer
    A. SW
    Explanation
    California is located southwest of North Dakota.

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  • 5. 

    When working out gradient, which way do we always measure the angle?

    • The way closest to the angle

    • Anti-clockwise

    • Clockwise

    • Any way

    Correct Answer
    A. Clockwise
    Explanation
    When working out the gradient, the angle is always measured in a clockwise direction. This means that we start from the initial point and rotate in the direction of the clock's hands. This convention allows for consistency and uniformity in measuring angles and gradients.

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  • 6. 

    What are the Dreamtime stories?

    • Picture books written for young children.

    • Dreams that are written down as stories.

    • Real-life ancient stories.

    • Ancient Greek, Egyptian and roman stories.

    • Stories telling the journey and the actions of Ancestral Beings who created the natural world according to aboriginals.

    Correct Answer
    A. Stories telling the journey and the actions of Ancestral Beings who created the natural world according to aboriginals.
    Explanation
    Dreamtime stories are a significant part of Aboriginal culture in Australia. These stories narrate the journey and actions of Ancestral Beings who are believed to have created the natural world. They are not picture books for young children, dreams written down as stories, or stories from ancient Greek, Egyptian, or Roman cultures. Dreamtime stories hold deep cultural and spiritual meaning for Aboriginal people and are passed down through generations as a way of preserving their history and beliefs.

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  • 7. 

    What is the capital city of Queensland?

    • Melbourne

    • Brisbane

    • Sydney

    • Canberra

    • Surfers Paradise

    Correct Answer
    A. Brisbane
    Explanation
    Brisbane is the correct answer because it is the capital city of Queensland. Melbourne is the capital of Victoria, Sydney is the capital of New South Wales, Canberra is the capital of Australia, and Surfers Paradise is a suburb on the Gold Coast in Queensland.

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  • 8. 

    When is it believed that aboriginies first arrived in Australia?

    • 200 000 years ago

    • 2000 years ago

    • 10 000 years ago

    • 1 000 000 years ago

    Correct Answer
    A. 200 000 years ago
    Explanation
    It is believed that aborigines first arrived in Australia 200,000 years ago. This is supported by archaeological evidence such as stone tools and fossils found in various parts of the country. These findings suggest that Aboriginal people have a long and rich history in Australia, dating back thousands of years. The arrival of the aborigines in Australia is a significant event in the continent's history and has shaped its culture and heritage.

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  • 9. 

    How many numbers are in a grid reference?

    • 4

    • 3

    • 8

    • 6

    Correct Answer
    A. 6
    Explanation
    A grid reference typically consists of two numbers, one representing the horizontal position and the other representing the vertical position. Therefore, there are usually two numbers in a grid reference. However, in some cases, a grid reference may also include additional numbers to indicate a more precise location within the grid. Therefore, the correct answer is 6, as it accounts for the two main numbers plus any additional numbers that may be included in the grid reference.

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  • 10. 

    Where were the terrible recent bushfires in Australia in summer 2009?

    • QLD

    • NSW

    • WA

    • SA

    • VIC

    Correct Answer
    A. VIC
    Explanation
    The terrible recent bushfires in Australia in summer 2009 were in Victoria (VIC).

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