South America Physical Geography Quiz

What is the largest river basin on Earth?

• Amazon River Basin

• Yangtze River Basin

• Nile River Basin

• Mississippi River Basin

Where is the highest waterfall in the world, Angel Falls, located?

• Colombia

• Argentina

• Brazil

• Venezuela

What is a key component of the Andes geological composition?

• Igneous rocks

• Sedimentary rocks

• Metamorphic rocks

• Volcanic ash

What is the main geological composition of the Andes Mountains?

• Granite

• Limestone

• Basalt

• Sedimentary rock

What type of rocks are characteristic of the Andes?

• Igneous rocks

• Metamorphic rocks

• Sedimentary rocks

• Volcanic rocks

Which area of South America has a climate that is warm and wet, supporting diverse vegetation?

• Amazon Basin

• Andes Mountains

• Llanos

• Guiana Highlands

What dominates the Llanos in the northern part of South America?

• Mining

• Cattle ranching

• Fishing

• Agriculture

What is the climate in the Andes Mountains?

• Cold and snowy

• Hot and humid

• Cool and dry

• Warm and wet

Which part of South America has a mild climate and low elevation, ideal for growing crops?

• Andes Mountains

• Amazon Basin

• Llanos

• Pampas

What is the width of the Amazon River Basin?

• 1,000,000 square miles

• 2,700,000 square miles

• 5,000,000 square miles

• 3,500,000 square miles