Geography Trivia

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

This very old city on the Ganges River in northeastern India is a sacred Hindu pilgrimage site, with over fifteen hundred temples, shrines, and palaces. In the river Ganges, people bathe, wash their clothes, wash their animals, brush their teeth, and bury

2

What is the name of the largest dam on the Nile River?

19

The Grand Canyon was carved out of solid rock by the cutting action of what river?

1

The amusement park Coney Island, famous for its boardwalk and thrilling rides was located in which borough of New York City?

17

Geography of England: Which range of hills runs in a north-south direction through the central part of England?

11

The westernmost point in the 50 United States is located in which state?

7

Which two states form the western border of Pennsylvania?

12

Name the official national language in each of these islands: a. Canary Islands b. Tahiti c. Papua New Guinea

13

The city of Budapest, Hungary, was formed in 1873 when two cities on opposite banks of the Danube merged. What were the names of these cities?