World Geography Trivia On Rivers, Lakes And Oceans! Quiz

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What do you know about world rivers, lakes, and oceans? Do you think you know enough to pass this quiz? The main difference between rivers and lakes is the water movement. Rivers move along its banks in one direction. Lakes seem to be immobile, and that’s why they are often regarded as still bodies of water. An ocean is a large body of water surrounding a continent. Take this quiz to learn more about lakes, rivers, and oceans.


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  • 1. 

    What is found at A? HINT: SEA

    Explanation
    The correct answer is Arabian Sea. The hint "SEA" suggests that the answer is related to a body of water. The Arabian Sea is a region of the northern Indian Ocean bounded on the north by Pakistan and Iran, on the west by the Arabian Peninsula, and on the southeast by the Indian subcontinent. Therefore, the answer "Arabian Sea" is the most logical choice based on the given information.

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    What is found at B?

    Explanation
    B is the location where the Caspian Sea is found. The Caspian Sea is the largest enclosed inland body of water on Earth, bordered by five countries. It is a saltwater lake and is known for its rich biodiversity and important role in trade and transportation.

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    What is found at C?

    Explanation
    At location C, the Gulf of Oman is found. The Gulf of Oman is a body of water that is situated between Iran and the Arabian Peninsula. It connects the Arabian Sea with the Strait of Hormuz, which is an important shipping route for oil tankers. The Gulf of Oman is known for its rich marine life and is an important area for fishing and oil exploration.

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    What is found at D?

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Red Sea, The Red Sea". This suggests that both "Red Sea" and "The Red Sea" are found at location D. The repetition of "Red Sea" in the answer options implies that it is the correct answer, while the inclusion of "The" before "Red Sea" suggests that it is also a possible correct answer. Therefore, both "Red Sea" and "The Red Sea" can be found at location D.

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    What is found at E?

    Explanation
    The correct answer for what is found at E is the Persian Gulf. This suggests that the location or item being referred to as "E" is the Persian Gulf.

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    What is found at F?

    Explanation
    The correct answer is the Mediterranean Sea. This is because the question asks what is found at F, and the options provided are "Mediterranean Sea" and "The Mediterranean Sea." Both options refer to the same thing, which is the body of water known as the Mediterranean Sea. Therefore, the correct answer is the Mediterranean Sea.

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  • 7. 

    What is found at G?

    Explanation
    The Gulf of Aden is found at G.

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  • 8. 

    What is found at H?

    Explanation
    The correct answer is Strait of Hormuz. The question is asking about what is found at H, and the answer is the Strait of Hormuz. The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow waterway located between Oman and Iran, connecting the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea. It is one of the most important strategic chokepoints in the world, through which a significant portion of global oil shipments pass. Its location and importance make it a crucial area for international trade and geopolitics.

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    What is found at I?

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    The correct answer is Bosporus Strait, Bosporus. The Bosporus Strait is located in Turkey and connects the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara. It is an important waterway for international shipping and also separates the European and Asian sides of Istanbul. The Bosporus is the name of the strait itself. Therefore, both options are correct as they refer to the same geographical feature.

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  • 10. 

    What is found at J?

    Explanation
    The correct answer is the Suez Canal. The Suez Canal is a man-made waterway located in Egypt that connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea. It is an important shipping route, allowing vessels to avoid the longer journey around the southern tip of Africa. The Suez Canal has played a significant role in international trade and transportation since its completion in 1869.

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  • 11. 

    What is found at K?

    Explanation
    The Aral Sea is found at K.

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  • 12. 

    What is found at L?

    Explanation
    L is the location where the Tigris River is found.

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  • 13. 

    What is found at M?

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    The Euphrates River is found at M.

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  • 14. 

    What is found at N?

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Black Sea, The Black Sea." This suggests that both "Black Sea" and "The Black Sea" can be found at location N. It is possible that the question is asking for the name of the body of water located at N, and both "Black Sea" and "The Black Sea" are acceptable answers.

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    What is found at O?

    Explanation
    The correct answer is Dardanelles Strait, Dardanelles. The Dardanelles Strait is a narrow strait in northwestern Turkey, connecting the Aegean Sea to the Sea of Marmara. It separates the European part of Turkey from its Asian part. The Dardanelles is the name of the region surrounding the strait. Therefore, at O, both the Dardanelles Strait and the Dardanelles themselves can be found.

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  • 16. 

    What is found at P? MOUNTAIN RANGE

    Explanation
    The correct answer is Hindu Kush, Hindu Kush Mountains, The Hindu Kush Mountains. These options refer to different ways of mentioning the same geographical feature, which is the mountain range known as the Hindu Kush. The term "Hindu Kush" is commonly used to refer to this mountain range, and it can be mentioned as either "Hindu Kush" or "Hindu Kush Mountains". Additionally, "The Hindu Kush Mountains" is another way to refer to the same range, emphasizing its status as a mountainous area.

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  • 17. 

    What is found at Q?

    Explanation
    The answer is "Dead Sea, The Dead Sea" because Q refers to a location, and the Dead Sea is the correct name for that location. The use of "The" before Dead Sea is optional, as both "Dead Sea" and "The Dead Sea" refer to the same place.

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  • 18. 

    What is found at R? RIVER

    Explanation
    The correct answer is Jordan River because the question asks what is found at R, and the given answer is the specific name of a river, which starts with the letter R. The Jordan River is a significant river in the Middle East, flowing through Israel, Jordan, and Palestine.

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