[1] An Equinox is when:
A.
Day and night are of equal length
B.
Day is of the shortest duration during the year
C.
Day is of the longest duration in the year
D.
Day when maximum rainfall of the year occurs
Ans:
Day and night are of equal length
Explanation :
An equinox is an astronomical event in which the plane of Earth's equator passes through the center of the Sun, which occurs twice each year, around 20 March and 23 September. On an equinox, day and night are of approximately equal duration all over the planet. They are not exactly equal, however, due to the angular size of the sun and atmospheric refraction.
[2] The four largest planets of the Solar System in decreasing size are –
A.
Jupiter, Mercury, Saturn and Uranus
B.
Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn and Neptune
C.
Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune
D.
Jupiter, Mercury, Saturn and Neptune
Ans:
Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune
Explanation :
The diameter of Jupiter is 1,42,984 km, Saturn: 1,20,536 km ,Uranus: 51,118 km, and that of Neptune is 49,528 km.
[3] Uneven distribution of insolation on the earth is mainly due to the –
A.
spherical shape of the earth
B.
distribution of land and water
C.
direction of the winds
D.
presence of pressure belts
Ans:
spherical shape of the earth
Explanation :
Uneven distribution of insolation on the earth is mainly due to the Earth's tilted axis and the nearly spherical shape. The length of time that the Earth's surface is exposed to solar radiation also changes throughout the year, depending on the season. Another factor that affects the solar radiation on the Earth is the rotation of the Earth itself. All these factors lead to the unequal distribution of heat on the Earth, creating what is called a heat gradient.
[4] The temperature of water at the bottom of a large waterfall is higher than that of the water at the top, because –
A.
the falling water absorbs heat from the Sun.
B.
the water at the bottom has greater potential energy.
C.
the kinetic energy of the falling water is converted into heat.
D.
rocks on the bed of the river give out heat.
Ans:
the kinetic energy of the falling water is converted into heat.
Explanation :
The water gains kinetic energy as it falls down and loses its potential energy. Assuming no other losses, part of the kinetic energy gain of water is converted into heat, raising the temperature of water.
[5] A geyser is a spring which –
A.
throws water continuously
B.
throws water intermittently
C.
throws water and steam at regular intervals
D.
throws only steam
Ans:
throws water and steam at regular intervals
Explanation :
A geyser is a spring characterized by intermittent discharge of water ejected turbulently and accompanied by a vapour phase (steam). The Word geyser comes from Geysir, the name of an erupting spring at Haukadalur, Iceland; that name, in turn, comes from the Icelandic verb geysa, "to gush", the verb itself from Old Norse.
[6] 'Green Accounting' means measuring the National Income of the country taking into account estimation of –
A.
the total forest area of the country
B.
the destruction of forest cover of the country
C.
pollution and environmental damage
D.
area of reclaimed fallow land
Ans:
pollution and environmental damage
Explanation :
Green accounting is a type of accounting that attempts to factor environmental costs into the financial results of operations. It has been argued that gross domestic product ignores the environment and therefore decision-makers need a revised model that incorporates green accounting.
[7] 'Green House Effect' means –
A.
Pollution in houses in tropical regions
B.
Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric oxygen
C.
Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric carbon dioxide
D.
Cultivation in green houses so as to check pollution
Ans:
Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric carbon dioxide
Explanation :
The greenhouse effect is a process by which thermal radiation from a planetary surface is absorbed by atmospheric greenhouse gases such as Carbon dioxide, and is re-radiated in all directions. Since part of this re-radiation is back towards the surface and the lower atmosphere, it results in an elevation of the average surface temperature above what it would be in the absence of the gases. Human activities, primarily the burning of fossil fuels and clearing of forests, have intensified the natural greenhouse effect, causing global warming.
[8] A natural region has the similarity of –
A.
climate and natural vegetation
B.
climate and occupation
C.
soil and drainage
D.
economic base and reces
Ans:
climate and natural vegetation
Explanation :
A Natural region is a basic geographic unit. Usually it is a region which is distinguished by its common natural features of geography, geology and climate. The surface of the Earth is divided into twelve natural regions. These regions have been categorized on the basis of surface features, climate and veget at ion.
[9] Which of the following statements is correct?
A.
Pluto is not a Planet now
B.
Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in 1930
C.
Pluto has been given the number 134340
D.
All of the above
Ans:
All of the above
Explanation :
Pluto was discovered by clyde Tombaugh in 1930. According to International Astronomical Union (IAU) on August 24, 2006 Pluto is considered as dwarf planet. According to the definition, there are currently eight planets and five dwarf planets known in the solar system. The five dwarf planets are Pluto, Ceres, Eris, Make make and Haumea. Pluto has been given number 134340.
[10] Which country is known as the “Cockpit of Europe”?
A.
Belgium
B.
Switzerland
C.
Netherlands
D.
Luxembourg
Ans:
Belgium
Explanation :
Belgium is usually called as the cockpit of Europe. Belgium, officially the Kingdom of Belgium, is a state in Western Europe. Belgium is so called because it has been the site of more European battles than any other country; for example, Oudenarde, Ramillies, Fontenoy, Fleurus. Jemmapes, Ligny. Quatre Bras, Waterloo.
[11] Which of the following is the largest museum?
A.
The Louvre
B.
The National Museum, New York
C.
The London Museum
D.
The Vatican Museum
Ans:
The Louvre
Explanation :
The louvre is one of the world’s largest museums, and a historic monument. A central Iandmark of Paris, France, it is located on the Right Bank of the Seine. With more than 8 million visitors each year, the Louvre is the world’s most visited museum.
[12] In which of the following countries long staple type of cotton is mainly grown?
A.
India
B.
Egypt
C.
Greece
D.
China
Ans:
Egypt
Explanation :
The merger between Commodity Exchange Inc. and the New York Mercantile exchange has created the world’s largest physical futures trading exchange, called COMEX. Since the merger in 1994, the COMEX division has incorporated the trading of aluminum future contracts. New York Mercantile Exchange (COMEX) and Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) is the world’s largest gold futures trading center.
[13] The part of Equatorial region which has well developed rubber plantations is -
A.
Amazon basin
B.
Indonesia
C.
Malaysia
D.
Zaire basin
Ans:
Malaysia
Explanation :
Malaysia is the leading producer of natural rubber in the world. About 46% of the total world’s rubber is produced in Malaysia. The rubber plantation was started in Malaysia in 1877. Rubber can grow anywhere in Malaysia, because of the suitability of climate and soil; but most of the rubber estates are concentrated in the western coastal plains of Malaysia. The plantation in coastal zone gets the advantage of nearest port for its export. Yet very low areas are avoided in order not to suffer from stagnation of water. The greatest production is in its Jahore State of Southern Malaysia. Here, rubber cultivation occupies about 4-2 million acres or about 65% of the total cultivated area in the country.
[14] The largest producer of coffee in the world is -
A.
Brazil
B.
Sri Lanka
C.
India
D.
Myanmar
Ans:
Brazil
Explanation :
In 2009 Brazil was the world leader in production of coffee. followed by Vietnam, Indonesia and Colombia. Arabica coffee beans are cultivated in Latin America, eastern Africa, Arabia, or Asia. Robusta coffee beans are grown in western and central Africa, throughout Southeast Asia, and to some extent in Brazil.
[15] Which of the following countries has highest percentage of land under cultivation?
A.
U.S.A.
B.
India
C.
China
D.
Canada
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The Agricultural land (% of land area) in India was 60.53 in 2009, according to a World Bank report, published in 2010. Agricultural land refers to the share of land area that is arable, under permanent crops, and under permanent pastures. India comes behind Bangladesh in this respect which has more than 70 per cent of its land area under cultivation.
[16] The largest producer of wool in the world is -
A.
Australia
B.
China
C.
Argentina
D.
New Zealand
Ans:
Australia
Explanation :
The country with the largest production of wool is Australia. Australia’s production is 25% of the world’s total production or equivalent to 475 million kg. The next largest wool-producing country is China — 18% of the world’s production.
[17] The Daocheng Yading Airport is located in -
A.
Thailand
B.
Philippines
C.
China
D.
Tibet
Ans:
Tibet
Explanation :
Daocheng Yading Airport is scheduled for construction in Daocheng County in Garzé Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, China. At 4,410 m above sea level, it will be higher than Qamdo Bangda Airport, the world’s current highest airport.
[18] ‘Dykes’ are especially constructed in -
A.
Norway
B.
Holland
C.
France
D.
United Kingdom
Ans:
Holland
Explanation :
A dike or dyke in geology is a type of sheet intrusion referring to any geologic body that cuts discordantly across: planar wall rock structures, such as bedding or foliation; and massive rock formations, like igneous/Magmatic intrusions and salt diapirs. Today, approximately 27 percent of the Netherlands is actually below sea level. This area is home to over 60 percent of the country’s population of 15.8 million people. The Netherlands, which is approximately the size of the U.S. states Connecticut and Massachusetts combined, has an approximate average elevation of 11 meters. With the help of dikes, the Netherlands (also known as Holland) was able to reclaim land for settlement and also control flooding.
[19] Colorado in U.S.A. is famous for this landform .
A.
Grand Canyon
B.
Grand Crators
C.
Great Valleys
D.
Great Basins
Ans:
Grand Canyon
Explanation :
The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the United States in the state of Arizona. It is contained within and managed by Grand Canyon National Park, the Hualapai Tribal Nation, and the Havasupai Tribe. Nearly two billion years of the Earth's geological history have been exposed as the Colorado River and its tributaries cut their channels through layer after layer of rock while the Colorado Plateau was uplifted. While the specific geologic processes and timing that formed the Grand Canyon are the subject of debate by geologists, recent evidence suggests the Colorado River established its course through the canyon at least 17 million years ago.
[20] Which of the following volcanoes is situated in Mexico?
A.
Colima
B.
Purace
C.
Semeru
D.
Etna
Ans:
Colima
Explanation :
The Volcan de Colima, also known as Volcan de Fuego is part of the Colima volcanic complex consisting of Volcan de Colima and Nevado de Colima. It is the younger of the two and is currently one of the most active volcanos in Mexico and in North America. It has erupted more than 40 times since 1576.
[21] The Melanesian Island Group lies in the -
A.
Pacific Ocean
B.
Atlantic Ocean
C.
Indian Ocean
D.
Arctic Ocean
Ans:
Pacific Ocean
Explanation :
Melanesia is a sub-region of Oceania extending from the western end of the Pacific Ocean to the Arafura Sea, and eastward to Fiji, The region comprises most of the islands immediately north and northeast of Australia.
[22] The Strait of Gibraltar provides entry into the -
A.
Indian Ocean
B.
Red Sea
C.
Mediterranean Sea
D.
Atlantic Ocean
Ans:
Atlantic Ocean
Explanation :
The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Spain in Europe from Morocco in Africa.
[23] The Chinese river known as yellow river is -
A.
Hwang-Ho
B.
Sikiang
C.
Yangtse-Kiang
D.
Mekong
Ans:
Hwang-Ho
Explanation :
The Yellow River or Huang He, formerly spelled Hwang Ho is the second-longest river in China after the Yangtze and the sixth-longest in the world. The Yellow River is called "the cradle of Chinese civilization.” Hwang Ho is called Yellow River because of the high volumes of sediment in it.
[24] The Strait that connects Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea is -
A.
Panama Strait
B.
Suez Strait
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Bering Strait
Ans:
Suez Strait
Explanation :
The Suez Strait or Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. It enables a more direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia, effectively allowing for passage from the North Atlantic to the Indian Ocean without having to circumnavigate the African continent.
[25] The world’s largest island is -
A.
New Guinea
B.
Madagascar
C.
Greenland
D.
Iceland
Ans:
Greenland
Explanation :
Greenland is the world’s largest island covering 2,130,800 square kilometers. It is located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. An island, Greenland has no land boundaries and 44,087 km of coastline; it possesses the world’s second largest ice sheet.
Explanation :
An equinox is an astronomical event in which the plane of Earth's equator passes through the center of the Sun, which occurs twice each year, around 20 March and 23 September. On an equinox, day and night are of approximately equal duration all over the planet. They are not exactly equal, however, due to the angular size of the sun and atmospheric refraction.
[2] The four largest planets of the Solar System in decreasing size are –
A.
Jupiter, Mercury, Saturn and Uranus
B.
Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn and Neptune
C.
Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune
D.
Jupiter, Mercury, Saturn and Neptune
Ans:
Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune
Explanation :
The diameter of Jupiter is 1,42,984 km, Saturn: 1,20,536 km ,Uranus: 51,118 km, and that of Neptune is 49,528 km.
[3] Uneven distribution of insolation on the earth is mainly due to the –
A.
spherical shape of the earth
B.
distribution of land and water
C.
direction of the winds
D.
presence of pressure belts
Ans:
spherical shape of the earth
Explanation :
Uneven distribution of insolation on the earth is mainly due to the Earth's tilted axis and the nearly spherical shape. The length of time that the Earth's surface is exposed to solar radiation also changes throughout the year, depending on the season. Another factor that affects the solar radiation on the Earth is the rotation of the Earth itself. All these factors lead to the unequal distribution of heat on the Earth, creating what is called a heat gradient.
[4] The temperature of water at the bottom of a large waterfall is higher than that of the water at the top, because –
A.
the falling water absorbs heat from the Sun.
B.
the water at the bottom has greater potential energy.
C.
the kinetic energy of the falling water is converted into heat.
D.
rocks on the bed of the river give out heat.
Ans:
the kinetic energy of the falling water is converted into heat.
Explanation :
The water gains kinetic energy as it falls down and loses its potential energy. Assuming no other losses, part of the kinetic energy gain of water is converted into heat, raising the temperature of water.
[5] A geyser is a spring which –
A.
throws water continuously
B.
throws water intermittently
C.
throws water and steam at regular intervals
D.
throws only steam
Ans:
throws water and steam at regular intervals
Explanation :
A geyser is a spring characterized by intermittent discharge of water ejected turbulently and accompanied by a vapour phase (steam). The Word geyser comes from Geysir, the name of an erupting spring at Haukadalur, Iceland; that name, in turn, comes from the Icelandic verb geysa, "to gush", the verb itself from Old Norse.
[6] 'Green Accounting' means measuring the National Income of the country taking into account estimation of –
A.
the total forest area of the country
B.
the destruction of forest cover of the country
C.
pollution and environmental damage
D.
area of reclaimed fallow land
Ans:
pollution and environmental damage
Explanation :
Green accounting is a type of accounting that attempts to factor environmental costs into the financial results of operations. It has been argued that gross domestic product ignores the environment and therefore decision-makers need a revised model that incorporates green accounting.
[7] 'Green House Effect' means –
A.
Pollution in houses in tropical regions
B.
Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric oxygen
C.
Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric carbon dioxide
D.
Cultivation in green houses so as to check pollution
Ans:
Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric carbon dioxide
Explanation :
The greenhouse effect is a process by which thermal radiation from a planetary surface is absorbed by atmospheric greenhouse gases such as Carbon dioxide, and is re-radiated in all directions. Since part of this re-radiation is back towards the surface and the lower atmosphere, it results in an elevation of the average surface temperature above what it would be in the absence of the gases. Human activities, primarily the burning of fossil fuels and clearing of forests, have intensified the natural greenhouse effect, causing global warming.
[8] A natural region has the similarity of –
A.
climate and natural vegetation
B.
climate and occupation
C.
soil and drainage
D.
economic base and reces
Ans:
climate and natural vegetation
Explanation :
A Natural region is a basic geographic unit. Usually it is a region which is distinguished by its common natural features of geography, geology and climate. The surface of the Earth is divided into twelve natural regions. These regions have been categorized on the basis of surface features, climate and veget at ion.
[9] Which of the following statements is correct?
A.
Pluto is not a Planet now
B.
Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in 1930
C.
Pluto has been given the number 134340
D.
All of the above
Ans:
All of the above
Explanation :
Pluto was discovered by clyde Tombaugh in 1930. According to International Astronomical Union (IAU) on August 24, 2006 Pluto is considered as dwarf planet. According to the definition, there are currently eight planets and five dwarf planets known in the solar system. The five dwarf planets are Pluto, Ceres, Eris, Make make and Haumea. Pluto has been given number 134340.
[10] Which country is known as the “Cockpit of Europe”?
A.
Belgium
B.
Switzerland
C.
Netherlands
D.
Luxembourg
Ans:
Belgium
Explanation :
Belgium is usually called as the cockpit of Europe. Belgium, officially the Kingdom of Belgium, is a state in Western Europe. Belgium is so called because it has been the site of more European battles than any other country; for example, Oudenarde, Ramillies, Fontenoy, Fleurus. Jemmapes, Ligny. Quatre Bras, Waterloo.
[11] Which of the following is the largest museum?
A.
The Louvre
B.
The National Museum, New York
C.
The London Museum
D.
The Vatican Museum
Ans:
The Louvre
Explanation :
The louvre is one of the world’s largest museums, and a historic monument. A central Iandmark of Paris, France, it is located on the Right Bank of the Seine. With more than 8 million visitors each year, the Louvre is the world’s most visited museum.
[12] In which of the following countries long staple type of cotton is mainly grown?
A.
India
B.
Egypt
C.
Greece
D.
China
Ans:
Egypt
Explanation :
The merger between Commodity Exchange Inc. and the New York Mercantile exchange has created the world’s largest physical futures trading exchange, called COMEX. Since the merger in 1994, the COMEX division has incorporated the trading of aluminum future contracts. New York Mercantile Exchange (COMEX) and Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) is the world’s largest gold futures trading center.
[13] The part of Equatorial region which has well developed rubber plantations is -
A.
Amazon basin
B.
Indonesia
C.
Malaysia
D.
Zaire basin
Ans:
Malaysia
Explanation :
Malaysia is the leading producer of natural rubber in the world. About 46% of the total world’s rubber is produced in Malaysia. The rubber plantation was started in Malaysia in 1877. Rubber can grow anywhere in Malaysia, because of the suitability of climate and soil; but most of the rubber estates are concentrated in the western coastal plains of Malaysia. The plantation in coastal zone gets the advantage of nearest port for its export. Yet very low areas are avoided in order not to suffer from stagnation of water. The greatest production is in its Jahore State of Southern Malaysia. Here, rubber cultivation occupies about 4-2 million acres or about 65% of the total cultivated area in the country.
[14] The largest producer of coffee in the world is -
A.
Brazil
B.
Sri Lanka
C.
India
D.
Myanmar
Ans:
Brazil
Explanation :
In 2009 Brazil was the world leader in production of coffee. followed by Vietnam, Indonesia and Colombia. Arabica coffee beans are cultivated in Latin America, eastern Africa, Arabia, or Asia. Robusta coffee beans are grown in western and central Africa, throughout Southeast Asia, and to some extent in Brazil.
[15] Which of the following countries has highest percentage of land under cultivation?
A.
U.S.A.
B.
India
C.
China
D.
Canada
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The Agricultural land (% of land area) in India was 60.53 in 2009, according to a World Bank report, published in 2010. Agricultural land refers to the share of land area that is arable, under permanent crops, and under permanent pastures. India comes behind Bangladesh in this respect which has more than 70 per cent of its land area under cultivation.
[16] The largest producer of wool in the world is -
A.
Australia
B.
China
C.
Argentina
D.
New Zealand
Ans:
Australia
Explanation :
The country with the largest production of wool is Australia. Australia’s production is 25% of the world’s total production or equivalent to 475 million kg. The next largest wool-producing country is China — 18% of the world’s production.
[17] The Daocheng Yading Airport is located in -
A.
Thailand
B.
Philippines
C.
China
D.
Tibet
Ans:
Tibet
Explanation :
Daocheng Yading Airport is scheduled for construction in Daocheng County in Garzé Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, China. At 4,410 m above sea level, it will be higher than Qamdo Bangda Airport, the world’s current highest airport.
[18] ‘Dykes’ are especially constructed in -
A.
Norway
B.
Holland
C.
France
D.
United Kingdom
Ans:
Holland
Explanation :
A dike or dyke in geology is a type of sheet intrusion referring to any geologic body that cuts discordantly across: planar wall rock structures, such as bedding or foliation; and massive rock formations, like igneous/Magmatic intrusions and salt diapirs. Today, approximately 27 percent of the Netherlands is actually below sea level. This area is home to over 60 percent of the country’s population of 15.8 million people. The Netherlands, which is approximately the size of the U.S. states Connecticut and Massachusetts combined, has an approximate average elevation of 11 meters. With the help of dikes, the Netherlands (also known as Holland) was able to reclaim land for settlement and also control flooding.
[19] Colorado in U.S.A. is famous for this landform .
A.
Grand Canyon
B.
Grand Crators
C.
Great Valleys
D.
Great Basins
Ans:
Grand Canyon
Explanation :
The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the United States in the state of Arizona. It is contained within and managed by Grand Canyon National Park, the Hualapai Tribal Nation, and the Havasupai Tribe. Nearly two billion years of the Earth's geological history have been exposed as the Colorado River and its tributaries cut their channels through layer after layer of rock while the Colorado Plateau was uplifted. While the specific geologic processes and timing that formed the Grand Canyon are the subject of debate by geologists, recent evidence suggests the Colorado River established its course through the canyon at least 17 million years ago.
[20] Which of the following volcanoes is situated in Mexico?
A.
Colima
B.
Purace
C.
Semeru
D.
Etna
Ans:
Colima
Explanation :
The Volcan de Colima, also known as Volcan de Fuego is part of the Colima volcanic complex consisting of Volcan de Colima and Nevado de Colima. It is the younger of the two and is currently one of the most active volcanos in Mexico and in North America. It has erupted more than 40 times since 1576.
[21] The Melanesian Island Group lies in the -
A.
Pacific Ocean
B.
Atlantic Ocean
C.
Indian Ocean
D.
Arctic Ocean
Ans:
Pacific Ocean
Explanation :
Melanesia is a sub-region of Oceania extending from the western end of the Pacific Ocean to the Arafura Sea, and eastward to Fiji, The region comprises most of the islands immediately north and northeast of Australia.
[22] The Strait of Gibraltar provides entry into the -
A.
Indian Ocean
B.
Red Sea
C.
Mediterranean Sea
D.
Atlantic Ocean
Ans:
Atlantic Ocean
Explanation :
The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Spain in Europe from Morocco in Africa.
[23] The Chinese river known as yellow river is -
A.
Hwang-Ho
B.
Sikiang
C.
Yangtse-Kiang
D.
Mekong
Ans:
Hwang-Ho
Explanation :
The Yellow River or Huang He, formerly spelled Hwang Ho is the second-longest river in China after the Yangtze and the sixth-longest in the world. The Yellow River is called "the cradle of Chinese civilization.” Hwang Ho is called Yellow River because of the high volumes of sediment in it.
[24] The Strait that connects Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea is -
A.
Panama Strait
B.
Suez Strait
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Bering Strait
Ans:
Suez Strait
Explanation :
The Suez Strait or Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. It enables a more direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia, effectively allowing for passage from the North Atlantic to the Indian Ocean without having to circumnavigate the African continent.
[25] The world’s largest island is -
A.
New Guinea
B.
Madagascar
C.
Greenland
D.
Iceland
Ans:
Greenland
Explanation :
Greenland is the world’s largest island covering 2,130,800 square kilometers. It is located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. An island, Greenland has no land boundaries and 44,087 km of coastline; it possesses the world’s second largest ice sheet.
Explanation :
Uneven distribution of insolation on the earth is mainly due to the Earth's tilted axis and the nearly spherical shape. The length of time that the Earth's surface is exposed to solar radiation also changes throughout the year, depending on the season. Another factor that affects the solar radiation on the Earth is the rotation of the Earth itself. All these factors lead to the unequal distribution of heat on the Earth, creating what is called a heat gradient.
[4] The temperature of water at the bottom of a large waterfall is higher than that of the water at the top, because –
A.
the falling water absorbs heat from the Sun.
B.
the water at the bottom has greater potential energy.
C.
the kinetic energy of the falling water is converted into heat.
D.
rocks on the bed of the river give out heat.
Ans:
the kinetic energy of the falling water is converted into heat.
Explanation :
The water gains kinetic energy as it falls down and loses its potential energy. Assuming no other losses, part of the kinetic energy gain of water is converted into heat, raising the temperature of water.
[5] A geyser is a spring which –
A.
throws water continuously
B.
throws water intermittently
C.
throws water and steam at regular intervals
D.
throws only steam
Ans:
throws water and steam at regular intervals
Explanation :
A geyser is a spring characterized by intermittent discharge of water ejected turbulently and accompanied by a vapour phase (steam). The Word geyser comes from Geysir, the name of an erupting spring at Haukadalur, Iceland; that name, in turn, comes from the Icelandic verb geysa, "to gush", the verb itself from Old Norse.
[6] 'Green Accounting' means measuring the National Income of the country taking into account estimation of –
A.
the total forest area of the country
B.
the destruction of forest cover of the country
C.
pollution and environmental damage
D.
area of reclaimed fallow land
Ans:
pollution and environmental damage
Explanation :
Green accounting is a type of accounting that attempts to factor environmental costs into the financial results of operations. It has been argued that gross domestic product ignores the environment and therefore decision-makers need a revised model that incorporates green accounting.
[7] 'Green House Effect' means –
A.
Pollution in houses in tropical regions
B.
Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric oxygen
C.
Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric carbon dioxide
D.
Cultivation in green houses so as to check pollution
Ans:
Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric carbon dioxide
Explanation :
The greenhouse effect is a process by which thermal radiation from a planetary surface is absorbed by atmospheric greenhouse gases such as Carbon dioxide, and is re-radiated in all directions. Since part of this re-radiation is back towards the surface and the lower atmosphere, it results in an elevation of the average surface temperature above what it would be in the absence of the gases. Human activities, primarily the burning of fossil fuels and clearing of forests, have intensified the natural greenhouse effect, causing global warming.
[8] A natural region has the similarity of –
A.
climate and natural vegetation
B.
climate and occupation
C.
soil and drainage
D.
economic base and reces
Ans:
climate and natural vegetation
Explanation :
A Natural region is a basic geographic unit. Usually it is a region which is distinguished by its common natural features of geography, geology and climate. The surface of the Earth is divided into twelve natural regions. These regions have been categorized on the basis of surface features, climate and veget at ion.
[9] Which of the following statements is correct?
A.
Pluto is not a Planet now
B.
Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in 1930
C.
Pluto has been given the number 134340
D.
All of the above
Ans:
All of the above
Explanation :
Pluto was discovered by clyde Tombaugh in 1930. According to International Astronomical Union (IAU) on August 24, 2006 Pluto is considered as dwarf planet. According to the definition, there are currently eight planets and five dwarf planets known in the solar system. The five dwarf planets are Pluto, Ceres, Eris, Make make and Haumea. Pluto has been given number 134340.
[10] Which country is known as the “Cockpit of Europe”?
A.
Belgium
B.
Switzerland
C.
Netherlands
D.
Luxembourg
Ans:
Belgium
Explanation :
Belgium is usually called as the cockpit of Europe. Belgium, officially the Kingdom of Belgium, is a state in Western Europe. Belgium is so called because it has been the site of more European battles than any other country; for example, Oudenarde, Ramillies, Fontenoy, Fleurus. Jemmapes, Ligny. Quatre Bras, Waterloo.
[11] Which of the following is the largest museum?
A.
The Louvre
B.
The National Museum, New York
C.
The London Museum
D.
The Vatican Museum
Ans:
The Louvre
Explanation :
The louvre is one of the world’s largest museums, and a historic monument. A central Iandmark of Paris, France, it is located on the Right Bank of the Seine. With more than 8 million visitors each year, the Louvre is the world’s most visited museum.
[12] In which of the following countries long staple type of cotton is mainly grown?
A.
India
B.
Egypt
C.
Greece
D.
China
Ans:
Egypt
Explanation :
The merger between Commodity Exchange Inc. and the New York Mercantile exchange has created the world’s largest physical futures trading exchange, called COMEX. Since the merger in 1994, the COMEX division has incorporated the trading of aluminum future contracts. New York Mercantile Exchange (COMEX) and Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) is the world’s largest gold futures trading center.
[13] The part of Equatorial region which has well developed rubber plantations is -
A.
Amazon basin
B.
Indonesia
C.
Malaysia
D.
Zaire basin
Ans:
Malaysia
Explanation :
Malaysia is the leading producer of natural rubber in the world. About 46% of the total world’s rubber is produced in Malaysia. The rubber plantation was started in Malaysia in 1877. Rubber can grow anywhere in Malaysia, because of the suitability of climate and soil; but most of the rubber estates are concentrated in the western coastal plains of Malaysia. The plantation in coastal zone gets the advantage of nearest port for its export. Yet very low areas are avoided in order not to suffer from stagnation of water. The greatest production is in its Jahore State of Southern Malaysia. Here, rubber cultivation occupies about 4-2 million acres or about 65% of the total cultivated area in the country.
[14] The largest producer of coffee in the world is -
A.
Brazil
B.
Sri Lanka
C.
India
D.
Myanmar
Ans:
Brazil
Explanation :
In 2009 Brazil was the world leader in production of coffee. followed by Vietnam, Indonesia and Colombia. Arabica coffee beans are cultivated in Latin America, eastern Africa, Arabia, or Asia. Robusta coffee beans are grown in western and central Africa, throughout Southeast Asia, and to some extent in Brazil.
[15] Which of the following countries has highest percentage of land under cultivation?
A.
U.S.A.
B.
India
C.
China
D.
Canada
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The Agricultural land (% of land area) in India was 60.53 in 2009, according to a World Bank report, published in 2010. Agricultural land refers to the share of land area that is arable, under permanent crops, and under permanent pastures. India comes behind Bangladesh in this respect which has more than 70 per cent of its land area under cultivation.
[16] The largest producer of wool in the world is -
A.
Australia
B.
China
C.
Argentina
D.
New Zealand
Ans:
Australia
Explanation :
The country with the largest production of wool is Australia. Australia’s production is 25% of the world’s total production or equivalent to 475 million kg. The next largest wool-producing country is China — 18% of the world’s production.
[17] The Daocheng Yading Airport is located in -
A.
Thailand
B.
Philippines
C.
China
D.
Tibet
Ans:
Tibet
Explanation :
Daocheng Yading Airport is scheduled for construction in Daocheng County in Garzé Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, China. At 4,410 m above sea level, it will be higher than Qamdo Bangda Airport, the world’s current highest airport.
[18] ‘Dykes’ are especially constructed in -
A.
Norway
B.
Holland
C.
France
D.
United Kingdom
Ans:
Holland
Explanation :
A dike or dyke in geology is a type of sheet intrusion referring to any geologic body that cuts discordantly across: planar wall rock structures, such as bedding or foliation; and massive rock formations, like igneous/Magmatic intrusions and salt diapirs. Today, approximately 27 percent of the Netherlands is actually below sea level. This area is home to over 60 percent of the country’s population of 15.8 million people. The Netherlands, which is approximately the size of the U.S. states Connecticut and Massachusetts combined, has an approximate average elevation of 11 meters. With the help of dikes, the Netherlands (also known as Holland) was able to reclaim land for settlement and also control flooding.
[19] Colorado in U.S.A. is famous for this landform .
A.
Grand Canyon
B.
Grand Crators
C.
Great Valleys
D.
Great Basins
Ans:
Grand Canyon
Explanation :
The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the United States in the state of Arizona. It is contained within and managed by Grand Canyon National Park, the Hualapai Tribal Nation, and the Havasupai Tribe. Nearly two billion years of the Earth's geological history have been exposed as the Colorado River and its tributaries cut their channels through layer after layer of rock while the Colorado Plateau was uplifted. While the specific geologic processes and timing that formed the Grand Canyon are the subject of debate by geologists, recent evidence suggests the Colorado River established its course through the canyon at least 17 million years ago.
[20] Which of the following volcanoes is situated in Mexico?
A.
Colima
B.
Purace
C.
Semeru
D.
Etna
Ans:
Colima
Explanation :
The Volcan de Colima, also known as Volcan de Fuego is part of the Colima volcanic complex consisting of Volcan de Colima and Nevado de Colima. It is the younger of the two and is currently one of the most active volcanos in Mexico and in North America. It has erupted more than 40 times since 1576.
[21] The Melanesian Island Group lies in the -
A.
Pacific Ocean
B.
Atlantic Ocean
C.
Indian Ocean
D.
Arctic Ocean
Ans:
Pacific Ocean
Explanation :
Melanesia is a sub-region of Oceania extending from the western end of the Pacific Ocean to the Arafura Sea, and eastward to Fiji, The region comprises most of the islands immediately north and northeast of Australia.
[22] The Strait of Gibraltar provides entry into the -
A.
Indian Ocean
B.
Red Sea
C.
Mediterranean Sea
D.
Atlantic Ocean
Ans:
Atlantic Ocean
Explanation :
The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Spain in Europe from Morocco in Africa.
[23] The Chinese river known as yellow river is -
A.
Hwang-Ho
B.
Sikiang
C.
Yangtse-Kiang
D.
Mekong
Ans:
Hwang-Ho
Explanation :
The Yellow River or Huang He, formerly spelled Hwang Ho is the second-longest river in China after the Yangtze and the sixth-longest in the world. The Yellow River is called "the cradle of Chinese civilization.” Hwang Ho is called Yellow River because of the high volumes of sediment in it.
[24] The Strait that connects Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea is -
A.
Panama Strait
B.
Suez Strait
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Bering Strait
Ans:
Suez Strait
Explanation :
The Suez Strait or Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. It enables a more direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia, effectively allowing for passage from the North Atlantic to the Indian Ocean without having to circumnavigate the African continent.
[25] The world’s largest island is -
A.
New Guinea
B.
Madagascar
C.
Greenland
D.
Iceland
Ans:
Greenland
Explanation :
Greenland is the world’s largest island covering 2,130,800 square kilometers. It is located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. An island, Greenland has no land boundaries and 44,087 km of coastline; it possesses the world’s second largest ice sheet.
Explanation :
A geyser is a spring characterized by intermittent discharge of water ejected turbulently and accompanied by a vapour phase (steam). The Word geyser comes from Geysir, the name of an erupting spring at Haukadalur, Iceland; that name, in turn, comes from the Icelandic verb geysa, "to gush", the verb itself from Old Norse.
[6] 'Green Accounting' means measuring the National Income of the country taking into account estimation of –
A.
the total forest area of the country
B.
the destruction of forest cover of the country
C.
pollution and environmental damage
D.
area of reclaimed fallow land
Ans:
pollution and environmental damage
Explanation :
Green accounting is a type of accounting that attempts to factor environmental costs into the financial results of operations. It has been argued that gross domestic product ignores the environment and therefore decision-makers need a revised model that incorporates green accounting.
[7] 'Green House Effect' means –
A.
Pollution in houses in tropical regions
B.
Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric oxygen
C.
Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric carbon dioxide
D.
Cultivation in green houses so as to check pollution
Ans:
Trapping of solar energy due to atmospheric carbon dioxide
Explanation :
The greenhouse effect is a process by which thermal radiation from a planetary surface is absorbed by atmospheric greenhouse gases such as Carbon dioxide, and is re-radiated in all directions. Since part of this re-radiation is back towards the surface and the lower atmosphere, it results in an elevation of the average surface temperature above what it would be in the absence of the gases. Human activities, primarily the burning of fossil fuels and clearing of forests, have intensified the natural greenhouse effect, causing global warming.
[8] A natural region has the similarity of –
A.
climate and natural vegetation
B.
climate and occupation
C.
soil and drainage
D.
economic base and reces
Ans:
climate and natural vegetation
Explanation :
A Natural region is a basic geographic unit. Usually it is a region which is distinguished by its common natural features of geography, geology and climate. The surface of the Earth is divided into twelve natural regions. These regions have been categorized on the basis of surface features, climate and veget at ion.
[9] Which of the following statements is correct?
A.
Pluto is not a Planet now
B.
Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in 1930
C.
Pluto has been given the number 134340
D.
All of the above
Ans:
All of the above
Explanation :
Pluto was discovered by clyde Tombaugh in 1930. According to International Astronomical Union (IAU) on August 24, 2006 Pluto is considered as dwarf planet. According to the definition, there are currently eight planets and five dwarf planets known in the solar system. The five dwarf planets are Pluto, Ceres, Eris, Make make and Haumea. Pluto has been given number 134340.
[10] Which country is known as the “Cockpit of Europe”?
A.
Belgium
B.
Switzerland
C.
Netherlands
D.
Luxembourg
Ans:
Belgium
Explanation :
Belgium is usually called as the cockpit of Europe. Belgium, officially the Kingdom of Belgium, is a state in Western Europe. Belgium is so called because it has been the site of more European battles than any other country; for example, Oudenarde, Ramillies, Fontenoy, Fleurus. Jemmapes, Ligny. Quatre Bras, Waterloo.
[11] Which of the following is the largest museum?
A.
The Louvre
B.
The National Museum, New York
C.
The London Museum
D.
The Vatican Museum
Ans:
The Louvre
Explanation :
The louvre is one of the world’s largest museums, and a historic monument. A central Iandmark of Paris, France, it is located on the Right Bank of the Seine. With more than 8 million visitors each year, the Louvre is the world’s most visited museum.
[12] In which of the following countries long staple type of cotton is mainly grown?
A.
India
B.
Egypt
C.
Greece
D.
China
Ans:
Egypt
Explanation :
The merger between Commodity Exchange Inc. and the New York Mercantile exchange has created the world’s largest physical futures trading exchange, called COMEX. Since the merger in 1994, the COMEX division has incorporated the trading of aluminum future contracts. New York Mercantile Exchange (COMEX) and Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) is the world’s largest gold futures trading center.
[13] The part of Equatorial region which has well developed rubber plantations is -
A.
Amazon basin
B.
Indonesia
C.
Malaysia
D.
Zaire basin
Ans:
Malaysia
Explanation :
Malaysia is the leading producer of natural rubber in the world. About 46% of the total world’s rubber is produced in Malaysia. The rubber plantation was started in Malaysia in 1877. Rubber can grow anywhere in Malaysia, because of the suitability of climate and soil; but most of the rubber estates are concentrated in the western coastal plains of Malaysia. The plantation in coastal zone gets the advantage of nearest port for its export. Yet very low areas are avoided in order not to suffer from stagnation of water. The greatest production is in its Jahore State of Southern Malaysia. Here, rubber cultivation occupies about 4-2 million acres or about 65% of the total cultivated area in the country.
[14] The largest producer of coffee in the world is -
A.
Brazil
B.
Sri Lanka
C.
India
D.
Myanmar
Ans:
Brazil
Explanation :
In 2009 Brazil was the world leader in production of coffee. followed by Vietnam, Indonesia and Colombia. Arabica coffee beans are cultivated in Latin America, eastern Africa, Arabia, or Asia. Robusta coffee beans are grown in western and central Africa, throughout Southeast Asia, and to some extent in Brazil.
[15] Which of the following countries has highest percentage of land under cultivation?
A.
U.S.A.
B.
India
C.
China
D.
Canada
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The Agricultural land (% of land area) in India was 60.53 in 2009, according to a World Bank report, published in 2010. Agricultural land refers to the share of land area that is arable, under permanent crops, and under permanent pastures. India comes behind Bangladesh in this respect which has more than 70 per cent of its land area under cultivation.
[16] The largest producer of wool in the world is -
A.
Australia
B.
China
C.
Argentina
D.
New Zealand
Ans:
Australia
Explanation :
The country with the largest production of wool is Australia. Australia’s production is 25% of the world’s total production or equivalent to 475 million kg. The next largest wool-producing country is China — 18% of the world’s production.
[17] The Daocheng Yading Airport is located in -
A.
Thailand
B.
Philippines
C.
China
D.
Tibet
Ans:
Tibet
Explanation :
Daocheng Yading Airport is scheduled for construction in Daocheng County in Garzé Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, China. At 4,410 m above sea level, it will be higher than Qamdo Bangda Airport, the world’s current highest airport.
[18] ‘Dykes’ are especially constructed in -
A.
Norway
B.
Holland
C.
France
D.
United Kingdom
Ans:
Holland
Explanation :
A dike or dyke in geology is a type of sheet intrusion referring to any geologic body that cuts discordantly across: planar wall rock structures, such as bedding or foliation; and massive rock formations, like igneous/Magmatic intrusions and salt diapirs. Today, approximately 27 percent of the Netherlands is actually below sea level. This area is home to over 60 percent of the country’s population of 15.8 million people. The Netherlands, which is approximately the size of the U.S. states Connecticut and Massachusetts combined, has an approximate average elevation of 11 meters. With the help of dikes, the Netherlands (also known as Holland) was able to reclaim land for settlement and also control flooding.
[19] Colorado in U.S.A. is famous for this landform .
A.
Grand Canyon
B.
Grand Crators
C.
Great Valleys
D.
Great Basins
Ans:
Grand Canyon
Explanation :
The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the United States in the state of Arizona. It is contained within and managed by Grand Canyon National Park, the Hualapai Tribal Nation, and the Havasupai Tribe. Nearly two billion years of the Earth's geological history have been exposed as the Colorado River and its tributaries cut their channels through layer after layer of rock while the Colorado Plateau was uplifted. While the specific geologic processes and timing that formed the Grand Canyon are the subject of debate by geologists, recent evidence suggests the Colorado River established its course through the canyon at least 17 million years ago.
[20] Which of the following volcanoes is situated in Mexico?
A.
Colima
B.
Purace
C.
Semeru
D.
Etna
Ans:
Colima
Explanation :
The Volcan de Colima, also known as Volcan de Fuego is part of the Colima volcanic complex consisting of Volcan de Colima and Nevado de Colima. It is the younger of the two and is currently one of the most active volcanos in Mexico and in North America. It has erupted more than 40 times since 1576.
[21] The Melanesian Island Group lies in the -
A.
Pacific Ocean
B.
Atlantic Ocean
C.
Indian Ocean
D.
Arctic Ocean
Ans:
Pacific Ocean
Explanation :
Melanesia is a sub-region of Oceania extending from the western end of the Pacific Ocean to the Arafura Sea, and eastward to Fiji, The region comprises most of the islands immediately north and northeast of Australia.
[22] The Strait of Gibraltar provides entry into the -
A.
Indian Ocean
B.
Red Sea
C.
Mediterranean Sea
D.
Atlantic Ocean
Ans:
Atlantic Ocean
Explanation :
The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Spain in Europe from Morocco in Africa.
[23] The Chinese river known as yellow river is -
A.
Hwang-Ho
B.
Sikiang
C.
Yangtse-Kiang
D.
Mekong
Ans:
Hwang-Ho
Explanation :
The Yellow River or Huang He, formerly spelled Hwang Ho is the second-longest river in China after the Yangtze and the sixth-longest in the world. The Yellow River is called "the cradle of Chinese civilization.” Hwang Ho is called Yellow River because of the high volumes of sediment in it.
[24] The Strait that connects Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea is -
A.
Panama Strait
B.
Suez Strait
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Bering Strait
Ans:
Suez Strait
Explanation :
The Suez Strait or Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. It enables a more direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia, effectively allowing for passage from the North Atlantic to the Indian Ocean without having to circumnavigate the African continent.
[25] The world’s largest island is -
A.
New Guinea
B.
Madagascar
C.
Greenland
D.
Iceland
Ans:
Greenland
Explanation :
Greenland is the world’s largest island covering 2,130,800 square kilometers. It is located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. An island, Greenland has no land boundaries and 44,087 km of coastline; it possesses the world’s second largest ice sheet.
Explanation :
The greenhouse effect is a process by which thermal radiation from a planetary surface is absorbed by atmospheric greenhouse gases such as Carbon dioxide, and is re-radiated in all directions. Since part of this re-radiation is back towards the surface and the lower atmosphere, it results in an elevation of the average surface temperature above what it would be in the absence of the gases. Human activities, primarily the burning of fossil fuels and clearing of forests, have intensified the natural greenhouse effect, causing global warming.
[8] A natural region has the similarity of –
A.
climate and natural vegetation
B.
climate and occupation
C.
soil and drainage
D.
economic base and reces
Ans:
climate and natural vegetation
Explanation :
A Natural region is a basic geographic unit. Usually it is a region which is distinguished by its common natural features of geography, geology and climate. The surface of the Earth is divided into twelve natural regions. These regions have been categorized on the basis of surface features, climate and veget at ion.
[9] Which of the following statements is correct?
A.
Pluto is not a Planet now
B.
Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in 1930
C.
Pluto has been given the number 134340
D.
All of the above
Ans:
All of the above
Explanation :
Pluto was discovered by clyde Tombaugh in 1930. According to International Astronomical Union (IAU) on August 24, 2006 Pluto is considered as dwarf planet. According to the definition, there are currently eight planets and five dwarf planets known in the solar system. The five dwarf planets are Pluto, Ceres, Eris, Make make and Haumea. Pluto has been given number 134340.
[10] Which country is known as the “Cockpit of Europe”?
A.
Belgium
B.
Switzerland
C.
Netherlands
D.
Luxembourg
Ans:
Belgium
Explanation :
Belgium is usually called as the cockpit of Europe. Belgium, officially the Kingdom of Belgium, is a state in Western Europe. Belgium is so called because it has been the site of more European battles than any other country; for example, Oudenarde, Ramillies, Fontenoy, Fleurus. Jemmapes, Ligny. Quatre Bras, Waterloo.
[11] Which of the following is the largest museum?
A.
The Louvre
B.
The National Museum, New York
C.
The London Museum
D.
The Vatican Museum
Ans:
The Louvre
Explanation :
The louvre is one of the world’s largest museums, and a historic monument. A central Iandmark of Paris, France, it is located on the Right Bank of the Seine. With more than 8 million visitors each year, the Louvre is the world’s most visited museum.
[12] In which of the following countries long staple type of cotton is mainly grown?
A.
India
B.
Egypt
C.
Greece
D.
China
Ans:
Egypt
Explanation :
The merger between Commodity Exchange Inc. and the New York Mercantile exchange has created the world’s largest physical futures trading exchange, called COMEX. Since the merger in 1994, the COMEX division has incorporated the trading of aluminum future contracts. New York Mercantile Exchange (COMEX) and Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) is the world’s largest gold futures trading center.
[13] The part of Equatorial region which has well developed rubber plantations is -
A.
Amazon basin
B.
Indonesia
C.
Malaysia
D.
Zaire basin
Ans:
Malaysia
Explanation :
Malaysia is the leading producer of natural rubber in the world. About 46% of the total world’s rubber is produced in Malaysia. The rubber plantation was started in Malaysia in 1877. Rubber can grow anywhere in Malaysia, because of the suitability of climate and soil; but most of the rubber estates are concentrated in the western coastal plains of Malaysia. The plantation in coastal zone gets the advantage of nearest port for its export. Yet very low areas are avoided in order not to suffer from stagnation of water. The greatest production is in its Jahore State of Southern Malaysia. Here, rubber cultivation occupies about 4-2 million acres or about 65% of the total cultivated area in the country.
[14] The largest producer of coffee in the world is -
A.
Brazil
B.
Sri Lanka
C.
India
D.
Myanmar
Ans:
Brazil
Explanation :
In 2009 Brazil was the world leader in production of coffee. followed by Vietnam, Indonesia and Colombia. Arabica coffee beans are cultivated in Latin America, eastern Africa, Arabia, or Asia. Robusta coffee beans are grown in western and central Africa, throughout Southeast Asia, and to some extent in Brazil.
[15] Which of the following countries has highest percentage of land under cultivation?
A.
U.S.A.
B.
India
C.
China
D.
Canada
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The Agricultural land (% of land area) in India was 60.53 in 2009, according to a World Bank report, published in 2010. Agricultural land refers to the share of land area that is arable, under permanent crops, and under permanent pastures. India comes behind Bangladesh in this respect which has more than 70 per cent of its land area under cultivation.
[16] The largest producer of wool in the world is -
A.
Australia
B.
China
C.
Argentina
D.
New Zealand
Ans:
Australia
Explanation :
The country with the largest production of wool is Australia. Australia’s production is 25% of the world’s total production or equivalent to 475 million kg. The next largest wool-producing country is China — 18% of the world’s production.
[17] The Daocheng Yading Airport is located in -
A.
Thailand
B.
Philippines
C.
China
D.
Tibet
Ans:
Tibet
Explanation :
Daocheng Yading Airport is scheduled for construction in Daocheng County in Garzé Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, China. At 4,410 m above sea level, it will be higher than Qamdo Bangda Airport, the world’s current highest airport.
[18] ‘Dykes’ are especially constructed in -
A.
Norway
B.
Holland
C.
France
D.
United Kingdom
Ans:
Holland
Explanation :
A dike or dyke in geology is a type of sheet intrusion referring to any geologic body that cuts discordantly across: planar wall rock structures, such as bedding or foliation; and massive rock formations, like igneous/Magmatic intrusions and salt diapirs. Today, approximately 27 percent of the Netherlands is actually below sea level. This area is home to over 60 percent of the country’s population of 15.8 million people. The Netherlands, which is approximately the size of the U.S. states Connecticut and Massachusetts combined, has an approximate average elevation of 11 meters. With the help of dikes, the Netherlands (also known as Holland) was able to reclaim land for settlement and also control flooding.
[19] Colorado in U.S.A. is famous for this landform .
A.
Grand Canyon
B.
Grand Crators
C.
Great Valleys
D.
Great Basins
Ans:
Grand Canyon
Explanation :
The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the United States in the state of Arizona. It is contained within and managed by Grand Canyon National Park, the Hualapai Tribal Nation, and the Havasupai Tribe. Nearly two billion years of the Earth's geological history have been exposed as the Colorado River and its tributaries cut their channels through layer after layer of rock while the Colorado Plateau was uplifted. While the specific geologic processes and timing that formed the Grand Canyon are the subject of debate by geologists, recent evidence suggests the Colorado River established its course through the canyon at least 17 million years ago.
[20] Which of the following volcanoes is situated in Mexico?
A.
Colima
B.
Purace
C.
Semeru
D.
Etna
Ans:
Colima
Explanation :
The Volcan de Colima, also known as Volcan de Fuego is part of the Colima volcanic complex consisting of Volcan de Colima and Nevado de Colima. It is the younger of the two and is currently one of the most active volcanos in Mexico and in North America. It has erupted more than 40 times since 1576.
[21] The Melanesian Island Group lies in the -
A.
Pacific Ocean
B.
Atlantic Ocean
C.
Indian Ocean
D.
Arctic Ocean
Ans:
Pacific Ocean
Explanation :
Melanesia is a sub-region of Oceania extending from the western end of the Pacific Ocean to the Arafura Sea, and eastward to Fiji, The region comprises most of the islands immediately north and northeast of Australia.
[22] The Strait of Gibraltar provides entry into the -
A.
Indian Ocean
B.
Red Sea
C.
Mediterranean Sea
D.
Atlantic Ocean
Ans:
Atlantic Ocean
Explanation :
The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Spain in Europe from Morocco in Africa.
[23] The Chinese river known as yellow river is -
A.
Hwang-Ho
B.
Sikiang
C.
Yangtse-Kiang
D.
Mekong
Ans:
Hwang-Ho
Explanation :
The Yellow River or Huang He, formerly spelled Hwang Ho is the second-longest river in China after the Yangtze and the sixth-longest in the world. The Yellow River is called "the cradle of Chinese civilization.” Hwang Ho is called Yellow River because of the high volumes of sediment in it.
[24] The Strait that connects Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea is -
A.
Panama Strait
B.
Suez Strait
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Bering Strait
Ans:
Suez Strait
Explanation :
The Suez Strait or Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. It enables a more direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia, effectively allowing for passage from the North Atlantic to the Indian Ocean without having to circumnavigate the African continent.
[25] The world’s largest island is -
A.
New Guinea
B.
Madagascar
C.
Greenland
D.
Iceland
Ans:
Greenland
Explanation :
Greenland is the world’s largest island covering 2,130,800 square kilometers. It is located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. An island, Greenland has no land boundaries and 44,087 km of coastline; it possesses the world’s second largest ice sheet.
Explanation :
Pluto was discovered by clyde Tombaugh in 1930. According to International Astronomical Union (IAU) on August 24, 2006 Pluto is considered as dwarf planet. According to the definition, there are currently eight planets and five dwarf planets known in the solar system. The five dwarf planets are Pluto, Ceres, Eris, Make make and Haumea. Pluto has been given number 134340.
[10] Which country is known as the “Cockpit of Europe”?
A.
Belgium
B.
Switzerland
C.
Netherlands
D.
Luxembourg
Ans:
Belgium
Explanation :
Belgium is usually called as the cockpit of Europe. Belgium, officially the Kingdom of Belgium, is a state in Western Europe. Belgium is so called because it has been the site of more European battles than any other country; for example, Oudenarde, Ramillies, Fontenoy, Fleurus. Jemmapes, Ligny. Quatre Bras, Waterloo.
[11] Which of the following is the largest museum?
A.
The Louvre
B.
The National Museum, New York
C.
The London Museum
D.
The Vatican Museum
Ans:
The Louvre
Explanation :
The louvre is one of the world’s largest museums, and a historic monument. A central Iandmark of Paris, France, it is located on the Right Bank of the Seine. With more than 8 million visitors each year, the Louvre is the world’s most visited museum.
[12] In which of the following countries long staple type of cotton is mainly grown?
A.
India
B.
Egypt
C.
Greece
D.
China
Ans:
Egypt
Explanation :
The merger between Commodity Exchange Inc. and the New York Mercantile exchange has created the world’s largest physical futures trading exchange, called COMEX. Since the merger in 1994, the COMEX division has incorporated the trading of aluminum future contracts. New York Mercantile Exchange (COMEX) and Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) is the world’s largest gold futures trading center.
[13] The part of Equatorial region which has well developed rubber plantations is -
A.
Amazon basin
B.
Indonesia
C.
Malaysia
D.
Zaire basin
Ans:
Malaysia
Explanation :
Malaysia is the leading producer of natural rubber in the world. About 46% of the total world’s rubber is produced in Malaysia. The rubber plantation was started in Malaysia in 1877. Rubber can grow anywhere in Malaysia, because of the suitability of climate and soil; but most of the rubber estates are concentrated in the western coastal plains of Malaysia. The plantation in coastal zone gets the advantage of nearest port for its export. Yet very low areas are avoided in order not to suffer from stagnation of water. The greatest production is in its Jahore State of Southern Malaysia. Here, rubber cultivation occupies about 4-2 million acres or about 65% of the total cultivated area in the country.
[14] The largest producer of coffee in the world is -
A.
Brazil
B.
Sri Lanka
C.
India
D.
Myanmar
Ans:
Brazil
Explanation :
In 2009 Brazil was the world leader in production of coffee. followed by Vietnam, Indonesia and Colombia. Arabica coffee beans are cultivated in Latin America, eastern Africa, Arabia, or Asia. Robusta coffee beans are grown in western and central Africa, throughout Southeast Asia, and to some extent in Brazil.
[15] Which of the following countries has highest percentage of land under cultivation?
A.
U.S.A.
B.
India
C.
China
D.
Canada
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The Agricultural land (% of land area) in India was 60.53 in 2009, according to a World Bank report, published in 2010. Agricultural land refers to the share of land area that is arable, under permanent crops, and under permanent pastures. India comes behind Bangladesh in this respect which has more than 70 per cent of its land area under cultivation.
[16] The largest producer of wool in the world is -
A.
Australia
B.
China
C.
Argentina
D.
New Zealand
Ans:
Australia
Explanation :
The country with the largest production of wool is Australia. Australia’s production is 25% of the world’s total production or equivalent to 475 million kg. The next largest wool-producing country is China — 18% of the world’s production.
[17] The Daocheng Yading Airport is located in -
A.
Thailand
B.
Philippines
C.
China
D.
Tibet
Ans:
Tibet
Explanation :
Daocheng Yading Airport is scheduled for construction in Daocheng County in Garzé Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, China. At 4,410 m above sea level, it will be higher than Qamdo Bangda Airport, the world’s current highest airport.
[18] ‘Dykes’ are especially constructed in -
A.
Norway
B.
Holland
C.
France
D.
United Kingdom
Ans:
Holland
Explanation :
A dike or dyke in geology is a type of sheet intrusion referring to any geologic body that cuts discordantly across: planar wall rock structures, such as bedding or foliation; and massive rock formations, like igneous/Magmatic intrusions and salt diapirs. Today, approximately 27 percent of the Netherlands is actually below sea level. This area is home to over 60 percent of the country’s population of 15.8 million people. The Netherlands, which is approximately the size of the U.S. states Connecticut and Massachusetts combined, has an approximate average elevation of 11 meters. With the help of dikes, the Netherlands (also known as Holland) was able to reclaim land for settlement and also control flooding.
[19] Colorado in U.S.A. is famous for this landform .
A.
Grand Canyon
B.
Grand Crators
C.
Great Valleys
D.
Great Basins
Ans:
Grand Canyon
Explanation :
The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the United States in the state of Arizona. It is contained within and managed by Grand Canyon National Park, the Hualapai Tribal Nation, and the Havasupai Tribe. Nearly two billion years of the Earth's geological history have been exposed as the Colorado River and its tributaries cut their channels through layer after layer of rock while the Colorado Plateau was uplifted. While the specific geologic processes and timing that formed the Grand Canyon are the subject of debate by geologists, recent evidence suggests the Colorado River established its course through the canyon at least 17 million years ago.
[20] Which of the following volcanoes is situated in Mexico?
A.
Colima
B.
Purace
C.
Semeru
D.
Etna
Ans:
Colima
Explanation :
The Volcan de Colima, also known as Volcan de Fuego is part of the Colima volcanic complex consisting of Volcan de Colima and Nevado de Colima. It is the younger of the two and is currently one of the most active volcanos in Mexico and in North America. It has erupted more than 40 times since 1576.
[21] The Melanesian Island Group lies in the -
A.
Pacific Ocean
B.
Atlantic Ocean
C.
Indian Ocean
D.
Arctic Ocean
Ans:
Pacific Ocean
Explanation :
Melanesia is a sub-region of Oceania extending from the western end of the Pacific Ocean to the Arafura Sea, and eastward to Fiji, The region comprises most of the islands immediately north and northeast of Australia.
[22] The Strait of Gibraltar provides entry into the -
A.
Indian Ocean
B.
Red Sea
C.
Mediterranean Sea
D.
Atlantic Ocean
Ans:
Atlantic Ocean
Explanation :
The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Spain in Europe from Morocco in Africa.
[23] The Chinese river known as yellow river is -
A.
Hwang-Ho
B.
Sikiang
C.
Yangtse-Kiang
D.
Mekong
Ans:
Hwang-Ho
Explanation :
The Yellow River or Huang He, formerly spelled Hwang Ho is the second-longest river in China after the Yangtze and the sixth-longest in the world. The Yellow River is called "the cradle of Chinese civilization.” Hwang Ho is called Yellow River because of the high volumes of sediment in it.
[24] The Strait that connects Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea is -
A.
Panama Strait
B.
Suez Strait
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Bering Strait
Ans:
Suez Strait
Explanation :
The Suez Strait or Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. It enables a more direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia, effectively allowing for passage from the North Atlantic to the Indian Ocean without having to circumnavigate the African continent.
[25] The world’s largest island is -
A.
New Guinea
B.
Madagascar
C.
Greenland
D.
Iceland
Ans:
Greenland
Explanation :
Greenland is the world’s largest island covering 2,130,800 square kilometers. It is located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. An island, Greenland has no land boundaries and 44,087 km of coastline; it possesses the world’s second largest ice sheet.
Explanation :
The louvre is one of the world’s largest museums, and a historic monument. A central Iandmark of Paris, France, it is located on the Right Bank of the Seine. With more than 8 million visitors each year, the Louvre is the world’s most visited museum.
[12] In which of the following countries long staple type of cotton is mainly grown?
A.
India
B.
Egypt
C.
Greece
D.
China
Ans:
Egypt
Explanation :
The merger between Commodity Exchange Inc. and the New York Mercantile exchange has created the world’s largest physical futures trading exchange, called COMEX. Since the merger in 1994, the COMEX division has incorporated the trading of aluminum future contracts. New York Mercantile Exchange (COMEX) and Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) is the world’s largest gold futures trading center.
[13] The part of Equatorial region which has well developed rubber plantations is -
A.
Amazon basin
B.
Indonesia
C.
Malaysia
D.
Zaire basin
Ans:
Malaysia
Explanation :
Malaysia is the leading producer of natural rubber in the world. About 46% of the total world’s rubber is produced in Malaysia. The rubber plantation was started in Malaysia in 1877. Rubber can grow anywhere in Malaysia, because of the suitability of climate and soil; but most of the rubber estates are concentrated in the western coastal plains of Malaysia. The plantation in coastal zone gets the advantage of nearest port for its export. Yet very low areas are avoided in order not to suffer from stagnation of water. The greatest production is in its Jahore State of Southern Malaysia. Here, rubber cultivation occupies about 4-2 million acres or about 65% of the total cultivated area in the country.
[14] The largest producer of coffee in the world is -
A.
Brazil
B.
Sri Lanka
C.
India
D.
Myanmar
Ans:
Brazil
Explanation :
In 2009 Brazil was the world leader in production of coffee. followed by Vietnam, Indonesia and Colombia. Arabica coffee beans are cultivated in Latin America, eastern Africa, Arabia, or Asia. Robusta coffee beans are grown in western and central Africa, throughout Southeast Asia, and to some extent in Brazil.
[15] Which of the following countries has highest percentage of land under cultivation?
A.
U.S.A.
B.
India
C.
China
D.
Canada
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The Agricultural land (% of land area) in India was 60.53 in 2009, according to a World Bank report, published in 2010. Agricultural land refers to the share of land area that is arable, under permanent crops, and under permanent pastures. India comes behind Bangladesh in this respect which has more than 70 per cent of its land area under cultivation.
[16] The largest producer of wool in the world is -
A.
Australia
B.
China
C.
Argentina
D.
New Zealand
Ans:
Australia
Explanation :
The country with the largest production of wool is Australia. Australia’s production is 25% of the world’s total production or equivalent to 475 million kg. The next largest wool-producing country is China — 18% of the world’s production.
[17] The Daocheng Yading Airport is located in -
A.
Thailand
B.
Philippines
C.
China
D.
Tibet
Ans:
Tibet
Explanation :
Daocheng Yading Airport is scheduled for construction in Daocheng County in Garzé Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, China. At 4,410 m above sea level, it will be higher than Qamdo Bangda Airport, the world’s current highest airport.
[18] ‘Dykes’ are especially constructed in -
A.
Norway
B.
Holland
C.
France
D.
United Kingdom
Ans:
Holland
Explanation :
A dike or dyke in geology is a type of sheet intrusion referring to any geologic body that cuts discordantly across: planar wall rock structures, such as bedding or foliation; and massive rock formations, like igneous/Magmatic intrusions and salt diapirs. Today, approximately 27 percent of the Netherlands is actually below sea level. This area is home to over 60 percent of the country’s population of 15.8 million people. The Netherlands, which is approximately the size of the U.S. states Connecticut and Massachusetts combined, has an approximate average elevation of 11 meters. With the help of dikes, the Netherlands (also known as Holland) was able to reclaim land for settlement and also control flooding.
[19] Colorado in U.S.A. is famous for this landform .
A.
Grand Canyon
B.
Grand Crators
C.
Great Valleys
D.
Great Basins
Ans:
Grand Canyon
Explanation :
The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the United States in the state of Arizona. It is contained within and managed by Grand Canyon National Park, the Hualapai Tribal Nation, and the Havasupai Tribe. Nearly two billion years of the Earth's geological history have been exposed as the Colorado River and its tributaries cut their channels through layer after layer of rock while the Colorado Plateau was uplifted. While the specific geologic processes and timing that formed the Grand Canyon are the subject of debate by geologists, recent evidence suggests the Colorado River established its course through the canyon at least 17 million years ago.
[20] Which of the following volcanoes is situated in Mexico?
A.
Colima
B.
Purace
C.
Semeru
D.
Etna
Ans:
Colima
Explanation :
The Volcan de Colima, also known as Volcan de Fuego is part of the Colima volcanic complex consisting of Volcan de Colima and Nevado de Colima. It is the younger of the two and is currently one of the most active volcanos in Mexico and in North America. It has erupted more than 40 times since 1576.
[21] The Melanesian Island Group lies in the -
A.
Pacific Ocean
B.
Atlantic Ocean
C.
Indian Ocean
D.
Arctic Ocean
Ans:
Pacific Ocean
Explanation :
Melanesia is a sub-region of Oceania extending from the western end of the Pacific Ocean to the Arafura Sea, and eastward to Fiji, The region comprises most of the islands immediately north and northeast of Australia.
[22] The Strait of Gibraltar provides entry into the -
A.
Indian Ocean
B.
Red Sea
C.
Mediterranean Sea
D.
Atlantic Ocean
Ans:
Atlantic Ocean
Explanation :
The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Spain in Europe from Morocco in Africa.
[23] The Chinese river known as yellow river is -
A.
Hwang-Ho
B.
Sikiang
C.
Yangtse-Kiang
D.
Mekong
Ans:
Hwang-Ho
Explanation :
The Yellow River or Huang He, formerly spelled Hwang Ho is the second-longest river in China after the Yangtze and the sixth-longest in the world. The Yellow River is called "the cradle of Chinese civilization.” Hwang Ho is called Yellow River because of the high volumes of sediment in it.
[24] The Strait that connects Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea is -
A.
Panama Strait
B.
Suez Strait
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Bering Strait
Ans:
Suez Strait
Explanation :
The Suez Strait or Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. It enables a more direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia, effectively allowing for passage from the North Atlantic to the Indian Ocean without having to circumnavigate the African continent.
[25] The world’s largest island is -
A.
New Guinea
B.
Madagascar
C.
Greenland
D.
Iceland
Ans:
Greenland
Explanation :
Greenland is the world’s largest island covering 2,130,800 square kilometers. It is located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. An island, Greenland has no land boundaries and 44,087 km of coastline; it possesses the world’s second largest ice sheet.
Explanation :
Malaysia is the leading producer of natural rubber in the world. About 46% of the total world’s rubber is produced in Malaysia. The rubber plantation was started in Malaysia in 1877. Rubber can grow anywhere in Malaysia, because of the suitability of climate and soil; but most of the rubber estates are concentrated in the western coastal plains of Malaysia. The plantation in coastal zone gets the advantage of nearest port for its export. Yet very low areas are avoided in order not to suffer from stagnation of water. The greatest production is in its Jahore State of Southern Malaysia. Here, rubber cultivation occupies about 4-2 million acres or about 65% of the total cultivated area in the country.
[14] The largest producer of coffee in the world is -
A.
Brazil
B.
Sri Lanka
C.
India
D.
Myanmar
Ans:
Brazil
Explanation :
In 2009 Brazil was the world leader in production of coffee. followed by Vietnam, Indonesia and Colombia. Arabica coffee beans are cultivated in Latin America, eastern Africa, Arabia, or Asia. Robusta coffee beans are grown in western and central Africa, throughout Southeast Asia, and to some extent in Brazil.
[15] Which of the following countries has highest percentage of land under cultivation?
A.
U.S.A.
B.
India
C.
China
D.
Canada
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The Agricultural land (% of land area) in India was 60.53 in 2009, according to a World Bank report, published in 2010. Agricultural land refers to the share of land area that is arable, under permanent crops, and under permanent pastures. India comes behind Bangladesh in this respect which has more than 70 per cent of its land area under cultivation.
[16] The largest producer of wool in the world is -
A.
Australia
B.
China
C.
Argentina
D.
New Zealand
Ans:
Australia
Explanation :
The country with the largest production of wool is Australia. Australia’s production is 25% of the world’s total production or equivalent to 475 million kg. The next largest wool-producing country is China — 18% of the world’s production.
[17] The Daocheng Yading Airport is located in -
A.
Thailand
B.
Philippines
C.
China
D.
Tibet
Ans:
Tibet
Explanation :
Daocheng Yading Airport is scheduled for construction in Daocheng County in Garzé Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, China. At 4,410 m above sea level, it will be higher than Qamdo Bangda Airport, the world’s current highest airport.
[18] ‘Dykes’ are especially constructed in -
A.
Norway
B.
Holland
C.
France
D.
United Kingdom
Ans:
Holland
Explanation :
A dike or dyke in geology is a type of sheet intrusion referring to any geologic body that cuts discordantly across: planar wall rock structures, such as bedding or foliation; and massive rock formations, like igneous/Magmatic intrusions and salt diapirs. Today, approximately 27 percent of the Netherlands is actually below sea level. This area is home to over 60 percent of the country’s population of 15.8 million people. The Netherlands, which is approximately the size of the U.S. states Connecticut and Massachusetts combined, has an approximate average elevation of 11 meters. With the help of dikes, the Netherlands (also known as Holland) was able to reclaim land for settlement and also control flooding.
[19] Colorado in U.S.A. is famous for this landform .
A.
Grand Canyon
B.
Grand Crators
C.
Great Valleys
D.
Great Basins
Ans:
Grand Canyon
Explanation :
The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the United States in the state of Arizona. It is contained within and managed by Grand Canyon National Park, the Hualapai Tribal Nation, and the Havasupai Tribe. Nearly two billion years of the Earth's geological history have been exposed as the Colorado River and its tributaries cut their channels through layer after layer of rock while the Colorado Plateau was uplifted. While the specific geologic processes and timing that formed the Grand Canyon are the subject of debate by geologists, recent evidence suggests the Colorado River established its course through the canyon at least 17 million years ago.
[20] Which of the following volcanoes is situated in Mexico?
A.
Colima
B.
Purace
C.
Semeru
D.
Etna
Ans:
Colima
Explanation :
The Volcan de Colima, also known as Volcan de Fuego is part of the Colima volcanic complex consisting of Volcan de Colima and Nevado de Colima. It is the younger of the two and is currently one of the most active volcanos in Mexico and in North America. It has erupted more than 40 times since 1576.
[21] The Melanesian Island Group lies in the -
A.
Pacific Ocean
B.
Atlantic Ocean
C.
Indian Ocean
D.
Arctic Ocean
Ans:
Pacific Ocean
Explanation :
Melanesia is a sub-region of Oceania extending from the western end of the Pacific Ocean to the Arafura Sea, and eastward to Fiji, The region comprises most of the islands immediately north and northeast of Australia.
[22] The Strait of Gibraltar provides entry into the -
A.
Indian Ocean
B.
Red Sea
C.
Mediterranean Sea
D.
Atlantic Ocean
Ans:
Atlantic Ocean
Explanation :
The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Spain in Europe from Morocco in Africa.
[23] The Chinese river known as yellow river is -
A.
Hwang-Ho
B.
Sikiang
C.
Yangtse-Kiang
D.
Mekong
Ans:
Hwang-Ho
Explanation :
The Yellow River or Huang He, formerly spelled Hwang Ho is the second-longest river in China after the Yangtze and the sixth-longest in the world. The Yellow River is called "the cradle of Chinese civilization.” Hwang Ho is called Yellow River because of the high volumes of sediment in it.
[24] The Strait that connects Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea is -
A.
Panama Strait
B.
Suez Strait
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Bering Strait
Ans:
Suez Strait
Explanation :
The Suez Strait or Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. It enables a more direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia, effectively allowing for passage from the North Atlantic to the Indian Ocean without having to circumnavigate the African continent.
[25] The world’s largest island is -
A.
New Guinea
B.
Madagascar
C.
Greenland
D.
Iceland
Ans:
Greenland
Explanation :
Greenland is the world’s largest island covering 2,130,800 square kilometers. It is located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. An island, Greenland has no land boundaries and 44,087 km of coastline; it possesses the world’s second largest ice sheet.
Explanation :
The Agricultural land (% of land area) in India was 60.53 in 2009, according to a World Bank report, published in 2010. Agricultural land refers to the share of land area that is arable, under permanent crops, and under permanent pastures. India comes behind Bangladesh in this respect which has more than 70 per cent of its land area under cultivation.
[16] The largest producer of wool in the world is -
A.
Australia
B.
China
C.
Argentina
D.
New Zealand
Ans:
Australia
Explanation :
The country with the largest production of wool is Australia. Australia’s production is 25% of the world’s total production or equivalent to 475 million kg. The next largest wool-producing country is China — 18% of the world’s production.
[17] The Daocheng Yading Airport is located in -
A.
Thailand
B.
Philippines
C.
China
D.
Tibet
Ans:
Tibet
Explanation :
Daocheng Yading Airport is scheduled for construction in Daocheng County in Garzé Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, China. At 4,410 m above sea level, it will be higher than Qamdo Bangda Airport, the world’s current highest airport.
[18] ‘Dykes’ are especially constructed in -
A.
Norway
B.
Holland
C.
France
D.
United Kingdom
Ans:
Holland
Explanation :
A dike or dyke in geology is a type of sheet intrusion referring to any geologic body that cuts discordantly across: planar wall rock structures, such as bedding or foliation; and massive rock formations, like igneous/Magmatic intrusions and salt diapirs. Today, approximately 27 percent of the Netherlands is actually below sea level. This area is home to over 60 percent of the country’s population of 15.8 million people. The Netherlands, which is approximately the size of the U.S. states Connecticut and Massachusetts combined, has an approximate average elevation of 11 meters. With the help of dikes, the Netherlands (also known as Holland) was able to reclaim land for settlement and also control flooding.
[19] Colorado in U.S.A. is famous for this landform .
A.
Grand Canyon
B.
Grand Crators
C.
Great Valleys
D.
Great Basins
Ans:
Grand Canyon
Explanation :
The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the United States in the state of Arizona. It is contained within and managed by Grand Canyon National Park, the Hualapai Tribal Nation, and the Havasupai Tribe. Nearly two billion years of the Earth's geological history have been exposed as the Colorado River and its tributaries cut their channels through layer after layer of rock while the Colorado Plateau was uplifted. While the specific geologic processes and timing that formed the Grand Canyon are the subject of debate by geologists, recent evidence suggests the Colorado River established its course through the canyon at least 17 million years ago.
[20] Which of the following volcanoes is situated in Mexico?
A.
Colima
B.
Purace
C.
Semeru
D.
Etna
Ans:
Colima
Explanation :
The Volcan de Colima, also known as Volcan de Fuego is part of the Colima volcanic complex consisting of Volcan de Colima and Nevado de Colima. It is the younger of the two and is currently one of the most active volcanos in Mexico and in North America. It has erupted more than 40 times since 1576.
[21] The Melanesian Island Group lies in the -
A.
Pacific Ocean
B.
Atlantic Ocean
C.
Indian Ocean
D.
Arctic Ocean
Ans:
Pacific Ocean
Explanation :
Melanesia is a sub-region of Oceania extending from the western end of the Pacific Ocean to the Arafura Sea, and eastward to Fiji, The region comprises most of the islands immediately north and northeast of Australia.
[22] The Strait of Gibraltar provides entry into the -
A.
Indian Ocean
B.
Red Sea
C.
Mediterranean Sea
D.
Atlantic Ocean
Ans:
Atlantic Ocean
Explanation :
The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Spain in Europe from Morocco in Africa.
[23] The Chinese river known as yellow river is -
A.
Hwang-Ho
B.
Sikiang
C.
Yangtse-Kiang
D.
Mekong
Ans:
Hwang-Ho
Explanation :
The Yellow River or Huang He, formerly spelled Hwang Ho is the second-longest river in China after the Yangtze and the sixth-longest in the world. The Yellow River is called "the cradle of Chinese civilization.” Hwang Ho is called Yellow River because of the high volumes of sediment in it.
[24] The Strait that connects Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea is -
A.
Panama Strait
B.
Suez Strait
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Bering Strait
Ans:
Suez Strait
Explanation :
The Suez Strait or Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. It enables a more direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia, effectively allowing for passage from the North Atlantic to the Indian Ocean without having to circumnavigate the African continent.
[25] The world’s largest island is -
A.
New Guinea
B.
Madagascar
C.
Greenland
D.
Iceland
Ans:
Greenland
Explanation :
Greenland is the world’s largest island covering 2,130,800 square kilometers. It is located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. An island, Greenland has no land boundaries and 44,087 km of coastline; it possesses the world’s second largest ice sheet.
Explanation :
Daocheng Yading Airport is scheduled for construction in Daocheng County in Garzé Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, China. At 4,410 m above sea level, it will be higher than Qamdo Bangda Airport, the world’s current highest airport.
[18] ‘Dykes’ are especially constructed in -
A.
Norway
B.
Holland
C.
France
D.
United Kingdom
Ans:
Holland
Explanation :
A dike or dyke in geology is a type of sheet intrusion referring to any geologic body that cuts discordantly across: planar wall rock structures, such as bedding or foliation; and massive rock formations, like igneous/Magmatic intrusions and salt diapirs. Today, approximately 27 percent of the Netherlands is actually below sea level. This area is home to over 60 percent of the country’s population of 15.8 million people. The Netherlands, which is approximately the size of the U.S. states Connecticut and Massachusetts combined, has an approximate average elevation of 11 meters. With the help of dikes, the Netherlands (also known as Holland) was able to reclaim land for settlement and also control flooding.
[19] Colorado in U.S.A. is famous for this landform .
A.
Grand Canyon
B.
Grand Crators
C.
Great Valleys
D.
Great Basins
Ans:
Grand Canyon
Explanation :
The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the United States in the state of Arizona. It is contained within and managed by Grand Canyon National Park, the Hualapai Tribal Nation, and the Havasupai Tribe. Nearly two billion years of the Earth's geological history have been exposed as the Colorado River and its tributaries cut their channels through layer after layer of rock while the Colorado Plateau was uplifted. While the specific geologic processes and timing that formed the Grand Canyon are the subject of debate by geologists, recent evidence suggests the Colorado River established its course through the canyon at least 17 million years ago.
[20] Which of the following volcanoes is situated in Mexico?
A.
Colima
B.
Purace
C.
Semeru
D.
Etna
Ans:
Colima
Explanation :
The Volcan de Colima, also known as Volcan de Fuego is part of the Colima volcanic complex consisting of Volcan de Colima and Nevado de Colima. It is the younger of the two and is currently one of the most active volcanos in Mexico and in North America. It has erupted more than 40 times since 1576.
[21] The Melanesian Island Group lies in the -
A.
Pacific Ocean
B.
Atlantic Ocean
C.
Indian Ocean
D.
Arctic Ocean
Ans:
Pacific Ocean
Explanation :
Melanesia is a sub-region of Oceania extending from the western end of the Pacific Ocean to the Arafura Sea, and eastward to Fiji, The region comprises most of the islands immediately north and northeast of Australia.
[22] The Strait of Gibraltar provides entry into the -
A.
Indian Ocean
B.
Red Sea
C.
Mediterranean Sea
D.
Atlantic Ocean
Ans:
Atlantic Ocean
Explanation :
The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Spain in Europe from Morocco in Africa.
[23] The Chinese river known as yellow river is -
A.
Hwang-Ho
B.
Sikiang
C.
Yangtse-Kiang
D.
Mekong
Ans:
Hwang-Ho
Explanation :
The Yellow River or Huang He, formerly spelled Hwang Ho is the second-longest river in China after the Yangtze and the sixth-longest in the world. The Yellow River is called "the cradle of Chinese civilization.” Hwang Ho is called Yellow River because of the high volumes of sediment in it.
[24] The Strait that connects Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea is -
A.
Panama Strait
B.
Suez Strait
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Bering Strait
Ans:
Suez Strait
Explanation :
The Suez Strait or Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. It enables a more direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia, effectively allowing for passage from the North Atlantic to the Indian Ocean without having to circumnavigate the African continent.
[25] The world’s largest island is -
A.
New Guinea
B.
Madagascar
C.
Greenland
D.
Iceland
Ans:
Greenland
Explanation :
Greenland is the world’s largest island covering 2,130,800 square kilometers. It is located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. An island, Greenland has no land boundaries and 44,087 km of coastline; it possesses the world’s second largest ice sheet.
Explanation :
The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the United States in the state of Arizona. It is contained within and managed by Grand Canyon National Park, the Hualapai Tribal Nation, and the Havasupai Tribe. Nearly two billion years of the Earth's geological history have been exposed as the Colorado River and its tributaries cut their channels through layer after layer of rock while the Colorado Plateau was uplifted. While the specific geologic processes and timing that formed the Grand Canyon are the subject of debate by geologists, recent evidence suggests the Colorado River established its course through the canyon at least 17 million years ago.
[20] Which of the following volcanoes is situated in Mexico?
A.
Colima
B.
Purace
C.
Semeru
D.
Etna
Ans:
Colima
Explanation :
The Volcan de Colima, also known as Volcan de Fuego is part of the Colima volcanic complex consisting of Volcan de Colima and Nevado de Colima. It is the younger of the two and is currently one of the most active volcanos in Mexico and in North America. It has erupted more than 40 times since 1576.
[21] The Melanesian Island Group lies in the -
A.
Pacific Ocean
B.
Atlantic Ocean
C.
Indian Ocean
D.
Arctic Ocean
Ans:
Pacific Ocean
Explanation :
Melanesia is a sub-region of Oceania extending from the western end of the Pacific Ocean to the Arafura Sea, and eastward to Fiji, The region comprises most of the islands immediately north and northeast of Australia.
[22] The Strait of Gibraltar provides entry into the -
A.
Indian Ocean
B.
Red Sea
C.
Mediterranean Sea
D.
Atlantic Ocean
Ans:
Atlantic Ocean
Explanation :
The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Spain in Europe from Morocco in Africa.
[23] The Chinese river known as yellow river is -
A.
Hwang-Ho
B.
Sikiang
C.
Yangtse-Kiang
D.
Mekong
Ans:
Hwang-Ho
Explanation :
The Yellow River or Huang He, formerly spelled Hwang Ho is the second-longest river in China after the Yangtze and the sixth-longest in the world. The Yellow River is called "the cradle of Chinese civilization.” Hwang Ho is called Yellow River because of the high volumes of sediment in it.
[24] The Strait that connects Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea is -
A.
Panama Strait
B.
Suez Strait
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Bering Strait
Ans:
Suez Strait
Explanation :
The Suez Strait or Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. It enables a more direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia, effectively allowing for passage from the North Atlantic to the Indian Ocean without having to circumnavigate the African continent.
[25] The world’s largest island is -
A.
New Guinea
B.
Madagascar
C.
Greenland
D.
Iceland
Ans:
Greenland
Explanation :
Greenland is the world’s largest island covering 2,130,800 square kilometers. It is located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. An island, Greenland has no land boundaries and 44,087 km of coastline; it possesses the world’s second largest ice sheet.
Explanation :
Melanesia is a sub-region of Oceania extending from the western end of the Pacific Ocean to the Arafura Sea, and eastward to Fiji, The region comprises most of the islands immediately north and northeast of Australia.
[22] The Strait of Gibraltar provides entry into the -
A.
Indian Ocean
B.
Red Sea
C.
Mediterranean Sea
D.
Atlantic Ocean
Ans:
Atlantic Ocean
Explanation :
The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and separates Gibraltar and Spain in Europe from Morocco in Africa.
[23] The Chinese river known as yellow river is -
A.
Hwang-Ho
B.
Sikiang
C.
Yangtse-Kiang
D.
Mekong
Ans:
Hwang-Ho
Explanation :
The Yellow River or Huang He, formerly spelled Hwang Ho is the second-longest river in China after the Yangtze and the sixth-longest in the world. The Yellow River is called "the cradle of Chinese civilization.” Hwang Ho is called Yellow River because of the high volumes of sediment in it.
[24] The Strait that connects Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea is -
A.
Panama Strait
B.
Suez Strait
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Bering Strait
Ans:
Suez Strait
Explanation :
The Suez Strait or Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. It enables a more direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia, effectively allowing for passage from the North Atlantic to the Indian Ocean without having to circumnavigate the African continent.
[25] The world’s largest island is -
A.
New Guinea
B.
Madagascar
C.
Greenland
D.
Iceland
Ans:
Greenland
Explanation :
Greenland is the world’s largest island covering 2,130,800 square kilometers. It is located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. An island, Greenland has no land boundaries and 44,087 km of coastline; it possesses the world’s second largest ice sheet.
Explanation :
The Yellow River or Huang He, formerly spelled Hwang Ho is the second-longest river in China after the Yangtze and the sixth-longest in the world. The Yellow River is called "the cradle of Chinese civilization.” Hwang Ho is called Yellow River because of the high volumes of sediment in it.
[24] The Strait that connects Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea is -
A.
Panama Strait
B.
Suez Strait
C.
Palk Strait
D.
Bering Strait
Ans:
Suez Strait
Explanation :
The Suez Strait or Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. It enables a more direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia, effectively allowing for passage from the North Atlantic to the Indian Ocean without having to circumnavigate the African continent.
[25] The world’s largest island is -
A.
New Guinea
B.
Madagascar
C.
Greenland
D.
Iceland
Ans:
Greenland
Explanation :
Greenland is the world’s largest island covering 2,130,800 square kilometers. It is located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. An island, Greenland has no land boundaries and 44,087 km of coastline; it possesses the world’s second largest ice sheet.
Explanation :
Greenland is the world’s largest island covering 2,130,800 square kilometers. It is located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. An island, Greenland has no land boundaries and 44,087 km of coastline; it possesses the world’s second largest ice sheet.