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Which major river flows through Turkey & Syria before joining the Tigris River in Iraq?
Which major river flows through Turkey & Syria before joining the Tigris River in Iraq?
Euphrates
Which European country established a trading base in Macau in 1557?
Which European country established a trading base in Macau in 1557?
Portugal
Kuala Lumpur is the largest city in which country?
Kuala Lumpur is the largest city in which country?
Malaysia
The Vinson Massif is the highest point of which continent?
The Vinson Massif is the highest point of which continent?
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Which strait connects the Arctic & Atlantic Oceans?
Which strait connects the Arctic & Atlantic Oceans?
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Which city is Europe's largest port city?
Which city is Europe's largest port city?
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Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, is located in which country?
Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, is located in which country?
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The Galápagos Islands are part of which continent?
The Galápagos Islands are part of which continent?
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More than 75% of the population of which country lives in urban city centers?
More than 75% of the population of which country lives in urban city centers?
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Which European island is known as the 'Emerald Isle'?
Which European island is known as the 'Emerald Isle'?
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Oslo, where you can see the Viking Ship Museum, is located in?
Oslo, where you can see the Viking Ship Museum, is located in?
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On which continent do the majority of people speak either Spanish or Portuguese?
On which continent do the majority of people speak either Spanish or Portuguese?
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Guyana is a country found on which continent?
Guyana is a country found on which continent?
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The Falkland Current flows along the southeastern part of?
The Falkland Current flows along the southeastern part of?
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The Sichuan Giant Panda sanctuaries are located on which continent?
The Sichuan Giant Panda sanctuaries are located on which continent?
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Which West African country's capital is named Bamako?
Which West African country's capital is named Bamako?
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The Great Australian Bight is a part of which ocean?
The Great Australian Bight is a part of which ocean?
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Which narrow body of water is the western entrance to the Mediterranean Sea?
Which narrow body of water is the western entrance to the Mediterranean Sea?
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In which European country can you find Hyde Park & the city of London?
In which European country can you find Hyde Park & the city of London?
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Varanasi, a sacred Hindu city, is found along which Asian river?
Varanasi, a sacred Hindu city, is found along which Asian river?
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Adelaide is the chief port for the southern part of which country?
Adelaide is the chief port for the southern part of which country?
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Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, is found in?
Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, is found in?
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What mountain range can be found in Morocco, Algeria & Tunisia?
What mountain range can be found in Morocco, Algeria & Tunisia?
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Cordoba is a city located in which country?
Cordoba is a city located in which country?
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Which of these is an island country off the eastern coast of Africa?
Which of these is an island country off the eastern coast of Africa?
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The Volga & Don are major rivers on which continent?
The Volga & Don are major rivers on which continent?
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Piazza Navona can be found in which European capital city?
Piazza Navona can be found in which European capital city?
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Callao & La Guaira are port cities on which continent?
Callao & La Guaira are port cities on which continent?
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Bastille Day is a national holiday celebrated in which European country?
Bastille Day is a national holiday celebrated in which European country?
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Lake Nasser, one of the world's largest reservoirs, is located in?
Lake Nasser, one of the world's largest reservoirs, is located in?
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Qeshm, the largest island in the Persian Gulf, is part of?
Qeshm, the largest island in the Persian Gulf, is part of?
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The city of Bruges is located in which country?
The city of Bruges is located in which country?
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Danzon is an important dance in which island country located northwest of Hispaniola?
Danzon is an important dance in which island country located northwest of Hispaniola?
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Alice Springs is near the center of which continent?
Alice Springs is near the center of which continent?
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Afrikaans, English & 9 Bantu languages make up the 11 official languages of?
Afrikaans, English & 9 Bantu languages make up the 11 official languages of?
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The Greater Antilles?
The Greater Antilles?
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Study Notes
Major Global Rivers and Straits
- The Euphrates River flows through Turkey and Syria, joining the Tigris River in Iraq.
- The Denmark Strait serves as the connection between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans.
Cities and Capitals
- Kuala Lumpur is the largest city in Malaysia.
- Ho Chi Minh City, previously known as Saigon, is located in Vietnam.
- Rotterdam is recognized as Europe's largest port city.
- Oslo, known for the Viking Ship Museum, is located in Norway.
- Adelaide is the chief port for the southern region of Australia.
- Ushuaia, acknowledged as the southernmost city globally, is found in Argentina.
- Bruges is a notable city in Belgium.
- Cordoba is situated in Spain.
- London and Hyde Park are in the United Kingdom.
Geographical Regions
- The Vinson Massif is the highest point in Antarctica.
- The Galápagos Islands are part of South America.
- The Great Australian Bight is a significant portion of the Indian Ocean.
- The Falkland Current flows along the southeastern coast of South America.
- The Atlas Mountains span across Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia.
Islands and Currents
- The Strait of Gibraltar is the narrow waterway marking the western entrance to the Mediterranean Sea.
- Madagascar is an island country located off the eastern coast of Africa.
- Qeshm, the largest island in the Persian Gulf, is part of Iran.
Languages and Cultural References
- Afrikaans, English, and 9 Bantu languages constitute the 11 official languages of South Africa.
- Bastille Day is a national holiday celebrated in France.
- Danzon is a significant dance originating from Cuba.
Miscellaneous Facts
- More than 75% of Canada's population resides in urban city centers.
- Lake Nasser is one of the world's largest reservoirs, situated in Africa.
- Guyana is located on the continent of South America.
- Piazza Navona can be found in the capital city of Rome.
- The Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries are located in Asia.
- The Bulga River and Don River are major waterways in Europe.
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Test your knowledge on significant global rivers, major cities, and capitals from around the world. This quiz covers geographical features and important urban centers across various continents. See how well you can identify them!
