Geography Trivia

18

Which U.S. state borders eight other states?

8

Which continent contains three different rivers all called the Negro?

9

The island group called the Greater Antilles are composed of Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Hispaniola, and what other significant island?

3

Can you name three countries that begin with "J"?

1

The international airport in Rome is named after which versatile genius?

4

The 5 or 6 tallest mountains in the world, outside of Asia, are located in which two countries?

11

Australia is divided into eight states or territories. One of them is an island state about 150 miles south of the mainland. What is its name, and what is its capital city?

7

In order of area: What are the three largest countries in the world?

10

The name of which South African city was derived from the phrase South West Township?

11

The 31st state of the United States was the first state bordering the Pacific Ocean. Which state was this?

8

This city is one of the oldest intellectual centers in Europe. Many of its buildings are over 600 years old. It is located on the Rhine River at the point where Germany, France, and Switzerland all meet. What city is this?

7

What's the name for the chain of islands located between the Straits of Florida and Florida Bay?

10

In 1915 the last California volcano erupted. Which mountain was it?

6

Of all the countries which border the Mediterranean Sea, which has the largest area?

10

Which plant, common around Christmas time, contains poisonous berries which can cause acute stomach irritation if eaten?