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    Where can you find a coral island called Lizard Island?

    • Near Australia's Great Barrier Reef
    • Off The Coast Of Belize
    • Near The Netherlands Antilles
    • In The Caribbean
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Explore island geography with 'Trivia Facts about Islands: Quiz!' Dive into questions about Majorca, Irish isles, Papua New Guinea's islands, Australia's coral islands, and Macau's unique geography. Perfect for sharpening geographical knowledge and understanding diverse island landscapes.

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  • 2. 

    Which is the largest of the Spanish Balearic islands?

    • Menorca

    • Majorca

    • Sardinia

    • Ibiza

    Correct Answer
    A. Majorca
    Explanation
    Majorca is the largest of the Spanish Balearic islands. Sardinia is not part of the Balearic islands, and Menorca and Ibiza are smaller than Majorca. Therefore, Majorca is the correct answer as it is the largest among the given options.

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  • 3. 

    The islands of Inishmore, Inishmaan, and Inishmore lie off the coast of which European country?

    • Ireland

    • England

    • Wales

    • Scotland

    Correct Answer
    A. Ireland
    Explanation
    The islands of Inishmore, Inishmaan, and Inishmore are located off the coast of Ireland. These islands are part of the Aran Islands, which are situated in Galway Bay on the western coast of Ireland. Ireland is known for its stunning coastline and numerous islands, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and tourists seeking a unique experience.

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  • 4. 

    Where is the Bass Strait, in which King and Flinders Islands can be found?

    • Near The Entrance To Puget Sound

    • Near Cape Cod Lighthous

    • South Of Australia

    • Off The South-West Coast Of Ireland

    Correct Answer
    A. South Of Australia
    Explanation
    The Bass Strait is located south of Australia. It is a narrow stretch of water that separates the Australian mainland from Tasmania. King and Flinders Islands can be found within the Bass Strait.

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  • 5. 

    What do the Argentineans call the islands known to the British and to the settlers living there, as The Falkland Islands?

    • Islas Del San Jorge

    • Las Islas Falklandas

    • Las Malvinas

    • Tierra Del Fuego

    Correct Answer
    A. Las Malvinas
    Explanation
    The Argentineans call the islands known to the British and settlers as The Falkland Islands "Las Malvinas".

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  • 6. 

    What tiny island to the east of Australia was named by Lieutenant Henry Lidgbird Ball in 1788?

    • Great Keppel Island

    • Kermedec Island

    • Norfolk Island

    • Lord Howe Island

    Correct Answer
    A. Lord Howe Island
    Explanation
    Lieutenant Henry Lidgbird Ball named Lord Howe Island in 1788.

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  • 7. 

    Which group of about 144 islands, situated off the south-west coast of England, has as their administrative center in the town of Hugh Town?

    • The Isles Of Man

    • The Channel Islands

    • Isles Of Scilly

    • The Western Isles

    Correct Answer
    A. Isles Of Scilly
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Isles Of Scilly. The Isles of Scilly, located off the south-west coast of England, consist of about 144 islands. The administrative center of this group of islands is in the town of Hugh Town.

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  • 8. 

    What British island, accessible by road only at low tide, is also known as Holy Island?

    • Holyhead

    • Anglesea

    • Whit

    • Lindisfarne

    Correct Answer
    A. Lindisfarne
    Explanation
    Lindisfarne, also known as Holy Island, is a British island that can only be accessed by road during low tide. It is located off the northeast coast of England and is known for its historical and religious significance. The island is home to the ruins of Lindisfarne Priory, which was a center of Christianity in the early medieval period. Due to its unique accessibility and cultural heritage, Lindisfarne attracts many visitors and pilgrims.

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  • 9. 

    Which two groups of barren, rocky, Atlantic islands with a population of about 7,000 have actually been a department of France since 1976?

    • St Pierre Et Miquelon

    • St Denis

    • Mayotte

    • Nouvelle Normandie

    Correct Answer
    A. St Pierre Et Miquelon
    Explanation
    St Pierre Et Miquelon is the correct answer because it is a group of barren, rocky, Atlantic islands with a population of about 7,000 that have been a department of France since 1976. The other options, St Denis, Mayotte, and Nouvelle Normandie, do not fit the description of being barren, rocky islands or being a department of France.

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  • 10. 

    Which island state has these towns and cities: Launceston, Devonport, Snug, and Burnie?

    • New Zealand's South Island

    • Tasmania

    • Ireland

    • Calamity Island

    Correct Answer
    A. Tasmania
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Tasmania. Tasmania is an island state located in Australia. It is known for its diverse landscapes, including mountains, forests, and beautiful coastlines. Launceston, Devonport, Snug, and Burnie are all towns and cities located in Tasmania.

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  • 11. 

    In which country are the large islands New Britain and New Ireland located?

    • Australia

    • Guyana

    • Canada

    • Papua New Guinea

    Correct Answer
    A. Papua New Guinea
    Explanation
    New Britain and New Ireland are large islands that are located in Papua New Guinea. Papua New Guinea is a country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, occupying the eastern half of the island of New Guinea and numerous offshore islands. Therefore, Papua New Guinea is the correct answer.

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  • 12. 

    On which island can you find Madang, Wewak, Alotau, Wapenamanda, Fak Fak and Jayapura?

    • Jamaica

    • Madagascar

    • New Guinea

    • Sri Lanka

    Correct Answer
    A. New Guinea
    Explanation
    New Guinea is the correct answer because Madang, Wewak, Alotau, Wapenamanda, Fak Fak, and Jayapura are all located on this island.

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  • 13. 

    Which Pacific Island with a population of just over 8000 and an area of only 8 sq. miles has been an independent republic since 31 January 1968?

    • Nauru

    • Christmas Island

    • Grenada

    • San Marino

    Correct Answer
    A. Nauru
    Explanation
    Nauru is the correct answer because it fits the description of a Pacific Island with a small population of just over 8000 and a small area of only 8 sq. miles. Additionally, Nauru has been an independent republic since 31 January 1968.

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  • 14. 

    What is the name of the strait that separates the two Japanese islands of Shikoku and Kyushu?

    • Chochiko

    • Bungo

    • Bingo

    • Mango

    Correct Answer
    A. Bungo
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Bungo. The strait that separates the two Japanese islands of Shikoku and Kyushu is called the Bungo Strait.

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  • 15. 

    To which nations do the two islands named Melville, one in the northern hemisphere and one in the southern hemisphere, belong?

    • The United States, New Zealand

    • Canada, Australia

    • Australia, The United States

    • New Zealand, Canada

    Correct Answer
    A. Canada, Australia
    Explanation
    The two islands named Melville, one in the northern hemisphere and one in the southern hemisphere, belong to Canada and Australia.

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  • 16. 

    On which Asian island is the seaport and administrative center of Kupang, sometimes spelled Koepang?

    • Timor, Indonesia

    • Luzon, The Philippines

    • Mindinao, The Philippines

    • Borneo, Indonesia

    Correct Answer
    A. Timor, Indonesia
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Timor, Indonesia. Kupang is a seaport and administrative center located on the island of Timor, which is part of Indonesia. This island is situated in Southeast Asia, and it is divided between the countries of Indonesia and East Timor. Kupang serves as an important hub for trade and transportation in the region, and it is known for its beautiful beaches and historical sites.

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  • 17. 

    Where is the long and narrow Walney Island?

    • Near Doubtful Sound, New Zealand

    • In The Fiji Group

    • Off The Northeast England Coast

    • Australia's Great Barrier Reef

    Correct Answer
    A. Off The Northeast England Coast
    Explanation
    Walney Island is located off the northeast coast of England. It is a long and narrow island situated in the Irish Sea, near the town of Barrow-in-Furness in Cumbria.

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  • 18. 

    Where in Asia can you find the two adjacent islands of Coloane and Taipa?

    • Between Taiwan And China

    • Macau Special Administrative Region

    • Northwest Of The Philippines

    • Near Penang, Malaysia

    Correct Answer
    A. Macau Special Administrative Region
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Macau Special Administrative Region. Coloane and Taipa are two adjacent islands that can be found in the Macau Special Administrative Region, which is located in Asia. Macau is a former colony of Portugal and is now a special administrative region of China. It is known for its vibrant casinos, Portuguese architecture, and fusion of Chinese and Portuguese cultures.

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