Westeros: The Continent in Game of Thrones
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What is the name of the sea that separates Westeros from Essos?

  • Sunset Sea
  • Shivering Sea
  • Summer Sea
  • Narrow Sea (correct)

    • Which real-life continent is Westeros roughly the same size as?

  • Africa
  • North America
  • South America (correct)
  • Europe

    • What is the title given to the monarch who rules from the Iron Throne?

  • Lord of the Seven Kingdoms (correct)
  • King of Westeros
  • Warden of the North
  • Ruler of the Narrow Sea

    • Which of the following is NOT one of the seas bordering Westeros?

    <p>Jade Sea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum width of Westeros, according to the text?

    <p>900 miles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are people or things from Westeros referred to?

    <p>Westerosi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which region is snowfall common, even in the middle of the years-long 'summers'?

    <p>The North</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which island chain separates Westeros from the eastern continent of Essos?

    <p>The Stepstones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the Land of Always Winter located?

    <p>Beyond the Wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is described as the only area in Westeros containing deserts?

    <p>Dorne</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the Mountains of the Moon located?

    <p>Vale of Arryn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the climate like in the furthest south of Westeros, along the peninsula of Dorne?

    <p>Desert climate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is known for experiencing extremely cruel winters?

    <p>The North</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'The Rainwood' can be found in which region?

    <p>'Stormlands'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region contains the 'Mountains of the Moon'?

    <p>Vale of Arryn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which continent lies to the southeast across the Summer Sea?

    <p>Sothoryos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of Westeros is known for its frequent storms and temperate rainforest climate?

    <p>The Stormlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the principal ports of Dorne?

    <p>Oldtown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the surname taken by bastards of noble birth born in the Reach?

    <p>Flowers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of Westeros is described as the most densely wooded?

    <p>The Stormlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of Westeros is ruled by House Tyrell from the castle of Highgarden?

    <p>The Reach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the principal cities or ports mentioned in the text?

    <p>King's Landing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of Westeros is described as the most sparsely-populated?

    <p>The North</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following islands in the Narrow Sea is separately administered from Dragonstone?

    <p>Driftmark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of Westeros is the second-largest and by far the most fertile and populous?

    <p>The Reach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a mythical or non-human sapient race believed to exist in Westeros?

    <p>Dwarves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a major city on the continent?

    <p>Stoney Sept</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following animals is described as being found only north of the Wall?

    <p>Direwolves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reflects the wealth and power of a noble house in Westeros?

    <p>The size and state of repair of their castle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a notable castle in Westeros?

    <p>Deepwood Motte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of ravens in Westeros, according to the text?

    <p>To be used as a communications network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the information provided, which of the following statements about the size of Westeros is most accurate?

    <p>Westeros is roughly the size of South America, according to George R.R. Martin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the reasons stated for the North's small population despite its vast size?

    <p>Harsh winters and famine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the suggested cause of the long seasons according to the mythical story?

    <p>The invasion of the White Walkers during the Long Night</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the attitude of the maesters towards the story of the Long Night?

    <p>They are skeptical and dismiss it as folklore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is not ruled by a Great House?

    <p>The Crownlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a characteristic of the Iron Islands mentioned in the text?

    <p>The Ironborn are known for their seafaring and trading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the surname given to bastards of noble birth born in the Riverlands?

    <p>Rivers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is known for its hills and low mountains rich in silver and gold?

    <p>The Westerlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not mentioned as a major island in the Iron Islands chain?

    <p>Dragonstone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the castle from which House Stark rules the North?

    <p>Winterfell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ethnic group in Westeros is known to have a culture favoring piracy, martial prowess, and reaving over farming and trading?

    <p>Ironborn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is described as being dominated by the mighty River Trident and its numerous tributaries?

    <p>The Riverlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of people in Westeros are descendants of the Rhoynar, known for being olive-skinned with dark curly hair?

    <p>Rhoynar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the people of Dorne descended from?

    <p>Rhoynar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which human inhabitants of Westeros fought with the Children of the Forest before making peace with them?

    <p>First Men</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the wildlings known as by the people south of the Wall?

    <p>Free Folk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ethnic group in Westeros believes themselves to be more civilized and cultured than others?

    <p>Andals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are considered to be a legendary race that once ruled Westeros for untold millennia?

    <p>Children of the Forest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group is known to practice equal primogeniture as opposed to other kingdoms in Westeros?

    <p>Rhoynar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are said to have developed their own faith-based around the Drowned God and favor piracy and reaving?

    <p>Ironborn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are known to have lived beyond the Wall and consist of various tribes, townsfolk, farmers, fisher-folk, and warriors?

    <p>Free Folk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Geography of Westeros

    • The Narrow Sea separates Westeros from Essos.
    • Westeros is roughly the same size as the continent of South America.
    • The maximum width of Westeros is approximately 1,000 miles.
    • The Land of Always Winter is located north of the Wall.

    Governance and Titles

    • The monarch who rules from the Iron Throne is referred to as the King or Queen of the Seven Kingdoms.
    • People or things from Westeros are commonly referred to as "Westermen."

    Climate and Regions

    • Snowfall is common in the North, even during the extended 'summers.'
    • The region known for experiencing extremely cruel winters is the North.
    • Dorne has a hot climate; it is located in the far south along the peninsula.
    • The region of Stormlands is characterized by frequent storms and a temperate rainforest climate.

    Notable Regions and Features

    • The Rainwood is found in the Stormlands region.
    • The Vale of Arryn contains the Mountains of the Moon.
    • The Reach is ruled by House Tyrell from Highgarden and is known as the second-largest, most fertile, and populous region.
    • The Riverlands, dominated by the River Trident and its tributaries, is another key region.

    Population and Demographics

    • The North has a sparse population relative to its vast size, attributed to harsh living conditions and long distances.
    • The Iron Islands' inhabitants have a culture favoring piracy and reaving over agriculture.
    • Dorne’s inhabitants are descendants of the Rhoynar, characterized by olive skin and dark curly hair.

    Bastards and Surnames

    • Bastards from the Reach take the surname "Flowers."
    • Bastard children of noble birth from the Riverlands are given the surname "Rivers."

    Notable Entities and Creatures

    • The creatures only found north of the Wall include direwolves and giants.
    • The legendary race that once ruled is the Targaryens, known for dragons.

    Mythology and Beliefs

    • The Long Night story is met with skepticism from the maesters, who view it as myth.
    • Equal primogeniture is practiced in Dorne, contrasting with other kingdoms’ inheritance laws.

    Miscellaneous

    • Ravens are primarily used for communication, serving as messengers.
    • The Iron Islands are known for their equal primogeniture customs and a culture entwined with the Drowned God.
    • The common term for wildlings among people south of the Wall is "free folk."

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