Geography Trivia

12

What is the name of the largest borough of New York City, the one in which the Broadway Theater District, as well as most of the skyscrapers, are found?

11

The only country without a rectangular flag is which mountainous country in Asia?

15

If mountains were measured from their base rather from sea level, this would be the world's tallest, since its base is on the ocean floor. Which mountain is this?

16

Since this city hosts the headquarters of the European Union, you might call it the capital city of Europe. Which city is this?

14

At the southeast end of Oahu Island, on the island of Hawaii, you can visit which extinct volcano?

17

Of Norway, Sweden, and Finland, which, if any, share a land border with Russia?

9

Which of the continental US states extends farthest north?

1

In terms of both area and population, what is the name of the smallest independent country in South America?

9

The Americans call it the English Channel. The English call it the Channel. What do the French call it?

15

Which river's waters carry over half of all Russian river commerce?

14

Which of these states extends farthest west? New York, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, or Virginia?

4

What is the second largest city in each of these countries: a. Mexico b. China c. France

16

This town in Switzerland is a famous winter sports center and year-round resort town. The Winter Olympics were held there in 1928 and 1948. What is the town's name?

13

Name the U.S. states with the following nicknames: a. The Wolverine state b. The Volunteer state c. The Gopher state

9

The U.S. Naval Academy and Army Military Academy are located in what two cities?