Geography Bee

Question 1

What is the primary source of the White Nile, and which three East African countries does it flow between?

Answer 1

Lake Victoria serves as the primary source of the White Nile, flowing through Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Question 2

Can you name the three capital cities of South Africa, each representing a branch of government?

Answer 2

The capital cities of South Africa are Bloemfontein, Cape Town, and Pretoria, representing the judicial, legislative, and executive branches, respectively.

Question 3

Where was the famous fossilized skeleton known as “Lucy” discovered, and what is the capital of that country?

Answer 3

The fossilized skeleton known as “Lucy” was discovered in Ethiopia, with its capital being Addis Ababa.

Question 4

Prior to 1907, what city served as the capital of Kenya, and where was the capital subsequently relocated?

Answer 4

Mombasa was the capital of Kenya until 1907 when it shifted to Nairobi.

Question 5

Which river holds the distinction of being the deepest in the world?

Answer 5

The Congo River is recognized as the deepest river globally.

Question 6

What was the former name of the Democratic Republic of Congo?

Answer 6

The Democratic Republic of Congo was previously known as Zaire.

Question 7

In which European city is the headquarters of NATO situated?

Answer 7

The headquarters of NATO is located in Brussels, Belgium.

Question 8

Which city, situated on the mouth of the Tagus River, serves as the westernmost capital on the Iberian Peninsula?

Answer 8

Lisbon is the westernmost capital city on the Iberian Peninsula.

Question 9

What is the largest dependent territory on Earth, and to which country does it belong?

Answer 9

Greenland is the largest dependent territory, a constituent country of Denmark.

Question 10

Can you identify the Baltic states and describe their geographical location?

Answer 10

The Baltic states consist of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, all situated along the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea.

Question 11

In which city can the famous La Sagrada Familia church be found, and what region is it located in?

Answer 11

La Sagrada Familia is located in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

Question 12

What geographical feature separates the British Isles from northwestern Europe?

Answer 12

The British Isles are separated from northwestern Europe by the North Sea.

Question 13

Which two countries are classified as doubly landlocked?

Answer 13

Liechtenstein and Uzbekistan are the only two doubly landlocked countries.

Question 14

What is the capital of Hungary, and what notable landmarks can be found there?

Answer 14

Budapest serves as the capital of Hungary, housing St. Stephen’s Basilica and Heroes’ Square.

Question 15

Where are the Galapagos Islands located, and what unique creatures inhabit them?

Answer 15

The Galapagos Islands are situated off the coast of Ecuador, known for their giant tortoises.

Question 16

What is the name of the region shared by Chile and Argentina at the southern end of South America?

Answer 16

Patagonia is the region shared by Chile and Argentina at the southern end of South America.

Question 17

Which body of water lies northwest of the Caribbean Sea, stretching between Havana and Houston?

Answer 17

The Gulf of Mexico lies northwest of the Caribbean Sea.

Question 18

Where did reggae music originate, and during what time period?

Answer 18

Reggae music originated in Jamaica during the late 1960s.

Question 19

Name two prominent cities in Honduras.

Answer 19

San Pedro Sula and Tegucigalpa are prominent cities in Honduras.

Question 20

Which country is New Zealand inhabited by, and what are two of its major cities?

Answer 20

New Zealand is inhabited by the Maori and contains the cities Wellington and Auckland.

Question 21

What is the former name of Uluru, and why is it considered holy to the Aboriginal people of Australia?

Answer 21

Uluru, previously known as Ayers Rock, is considered holy due to its cultural and spiritual significance to the Aboriginal people of Australia.

Question 22

What are offshore platforms used for, and where are they typically located?

Answer 22

Offshore platforms are used to extract oil and gas from beneath the seabed, often situated near coastal regions.

Question 23

What is the largest city in British Columbia?

Answer 23

Vancouver is the largest city in British Columbia.

Question 24

Which river is the longest in the United States?

Answer 24

The Missouri River holds the title of the longest river in the United States.

Question 25

Name a state in the upper Midwest and its capital city.

Answer 25

Wisconsin, with its capital city being Madison, is located in the upper Midwest.

Question 26

What notable landmarks can be found in Salt Lake City?

Answer 26

Salt Lake City is home to the Temple Square complex and the Church Office Building of the Mormon Church.

Question 27

Where is the Hoover Dam located, and what major city is nearby?

Answer 27

The Hoover Dam is located near Las Vegas, Nevada.

Question 28

What is the hottest and driest place in North America?

Answer 28

Death Valley, situated in Eastern California, holds the title of the hottest and driest place in North America.

Question 29

Which island is the most populous in the United States?

Answer 29

Long Island is the most populous island in the United States.

Question 30

Where do the first presidential primaries occur?

Answer 30

The first presidential primaries occur in New Hampshire.

Question 31

Which states mark the northernmost extent of the Great Plains in the U.S.?

Answer 31

Montana and North Dakota mark the northernmost extent of the Great Plains in the U.S.

Question 32

Name two tourist attractions in Chicago.

Answer 32

Cloud Gate and Wrigley Field are two notable tourist attractions in Chicago.

Question 33

How are the Virgin Islands divided, and which territories do they encompass?

Answer 33

The Virgin Islands are divided into the Spanish Virgin Islands of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the British Virgin Islands.

Question 34

What military institution is located in West Point, New York?

Answer 34

West Point, New York, is home to the United States Military Academy.

Question 35

What river forms part of the border between Maryland and Washington D.C.?

Answer 35

The Potomac River forms part of the border between Maryland and Washington D.C.

Question 36

Which city replaced Yangon as the capital of Myanmar in 2005?

Answer 36

Naypyidaw replaced Yangon as the capital of Myanmar in 2005.

Question 37

What is Java known for, and what is another meaning of its name?

Answer 37

Java is known for being the most populous island of Indonesia, and its name is shared with a computer programming language.

Question 38

Which Indian states border the city-state of Goa, and what was Goa once a colony of?

Answer 38

Goa is bordered by Karnataka and Maharashtra and was once a colony of Portugal.

Question 39

What is the largest island in the world and which countries does it belong to?

Answer 39

Borneo is the largest island globally, politically divided between Brunei, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

Question 40

What is the longest river in Southeast Asia?

Answer 40

The Mekong River holds the title of the longest river in Southeast Asia.