nz_geography_quiz Flashcards
What is the northernmost region of New Zealand?
Northland
Which region is home to New Zealand’s capital city?
Wellington Region
What region is known as the ‘Bay of Plenty’?
Bay of Plenty
Which region is famous for vineyards at the top of the South Island?
Marlborough
What region includes the city of Dunedin?
Otago
Which region is known for its geothermal activity?
Bay of Plenty
What region is located at the southern tip of the South Island?
Southland
Which region is home to Lake Taupō?
Waikato
What region is home to the city of Nelson?
Nelson-Tasman
Which region includes Napier and Hastings?
Hawke’s Bay
What is the largest city in New Zealand?
Auckland
Which city is known as the ‘Garden City’?
Christchurch
What city is known as the ‘Art Deco Capital’?
Napier
Which South Island city is closest to Stewart Island?
Invercargill
What city is the southernmost in New Zealand?
Invercargill
Which city is the main gateway to Fiordland National Park?
Te Anau
What city is located near the Tongariro National Park?
Taupō
Which city is closest to Mount Taranaki?
New Plymouth
What is the easternmost city in New Zealand?
Gisborne
Which city is famous for its Victorian and Edwardian architecture?
Oamaru
What is the tallest mountain in New Zealand?
Aoraki/Mount Cook
What famous volcanic plateau is located in the North Island?
Tongariro National Park
Name the geothermal area known for geysers and hot springs.
Rotorua
What fjord is referred to as the 8th Wonder of the World?
Milford Sound