Geography Trivia

4

If you were to list all the countries in the United Nations in alphabetical order, which country would be first on the list, and which would be last?

17

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

7

Can you name three countries whose spelling begins with the letter D?

2

What are the names of the two major mountain ranges of Switzerland?

9

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

8

This motorway, which surrounds Greater London like a beltway, has been called the world's busiest motorway. It's identified by a letter and a number. What is it?

10

What do tourists travel to Cork, Ireland to kiss?

15

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

9

Can you name two US states whose names contain the complete names of other states?

1

The Bering Strait separates two countries?

17

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?

18

What three countries are known as the Baltic States?

5

Which one of these countries is NOT part of Asia's Golden Triangle? Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, or Burma?

19

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

Source: en.wikipedia.org

3

It was originally constructed in 1190 as a fortress to protect Paris, became a royal residence in the 1300's, and was first opened to the public in 1793, during the French Revolution. Today it is one of the most visited museums in the world. What is it?