Hard Geography Questions Trivia

The largest metropolitan area in the world not located near a significant body of water is Mexico City, Mexico. It is situated in the Valley of Mexico, also known as the Basin of Mexico, on the Mexican Plateau. Historically, it was built on Lake Texcoco, but the lake was drained and does not exist as a major body of water anymore, making the city one of the largest inland metropolitan areas.

Baku is the capital and largest city of Azerbaijan, a country located in the South Caucasus region of Eurasia. It is situated on the western shore of the Caspian Sea. The Caspian Sea is the world's largest inland body of water, and Baku is one of the major cities along its coastline. As Azerbaijan's cultural and economic hub, Baku has a rich history and is known for its modern skyline juxtaposed with historic architecture. The city plays a crucial role in the region's geopolitics and has significant importance as an oil-producing and trading center.

The correct answer is Baltic Sea. The Kaliningrad Oblast is a Russian exclave located between Poland and Lithuania, with the Baltic Sea to its north and west. Therefore, it is logical to conclude that the Kaliningrad Oblast borders the Baltic Sea.

Mongolia has a population density of 2.17 people per square mile. It has a lower population density than the other countries listed. Mongolia is 3 times larger than Thailand. However, with steppe, deserts, and mountains comprising much of Mongolia’s geography, this plays a role in Mongolia's low population and density. Mongolia has 3.2 million people. Half of Mongolia’s population lives in Ulaanbataar. 

The second deepest trench in the world is the Tonga Trench. It is located in the South Pacific Ocean, near the Tonga Islands. This trench reaches a maximum depth of approximately 10,882 meters (35,702 feet), making it second only to the Mariana Trench in terms of depth.

Iran, historically known as Persia, has a rich and ancient history that dates back to the early civilizations and has maintained a continuous cultural and national identity through various dynasties and changes in government for thousands of years.

France has the most time zones when including its overseas territories, with a total of 12 time zones. This is due to the numerous regions and islands that France administers across the world, from the Caribbean and the Pacific to the Indian Ocean.

Angel Falls, located in Venezuela, is the world's highest uninterrupted waterfall, with a height of 979 meters (3,212 feet) and a continuous drop of 807 meters (2,648 feet). It is situated in the Canaima National Park and named after Jimmie Angel, a U.S. aviator who was the first to fly over the falls. Angel Falls is renowned for its breathtaking beauty and the mist that rises from its powerful plunge.

The Deccan Plateau covers an area of approximately 1.9 million square kilometers (730,000 square miles). It extends over eight Indian states: Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Odisha. The plateau is characterized by its rich volcanic soil, which is highly conducive to agriculture, and its elevation ranges from about 100 meters to 1,000 meters above sea level.

Canada has the longest coastline in the world, stretching over 202,080 kilometers (125,567 miles). This extensive coastline is due to its numerous bays, inlets, and islands, along with its borders along the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans.

Lake Baikal is located in Siberia, Russia. It is the world's deepest (1,642 meters or 5,387 feet) and oldest (estimated to be 25 million years old) freshwater lake. It also contains about 20% of the world's unfrozen fresh surface water.