Nicaragua Geography and Economy Quiz

What are the two largest fresh water lakes in Nicaragua?

• Lake Managua and Lake Nicaragua

• Lake Victoria and Lake Baikal

• Lake Titicaca and Lake Superior

• Lake Ontario and Lake Erie

Which region of Nicaragua is the political and commercial heart of the country?

• Central American Highlands

• Eastern Nicaragua

• Atlantic lowlands

• Pacific coastal plain

What is the major coffee-producing area in Nicaragua?

• Atlantic lowlands

• Eastern Nicaragua

• Pacific coastal plain

• Central American Highlands

Which natural resource is not found in Nicaragua?

• Timber

• Diamonds

• Silver

• Gold

What is the most common natural hazard in Nicaragua?

• Blizzards

• Droughts

• Earthquakes

• Tornadoes

What is the main environmental issue in Nicaragua?

• Noise pollution

• Deforestation

• Water scarcity

• Air pollution

Which international agreement is Nicaragua not a party to?

• Biodiversity

• Climate Change-Kyoto Protocol

• Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty

• Whaling

What is the main industry contributing to Nicaragua's exports?

• Textiles

• Automobiles

• Aerospace

• Electronics

What is the top export commodity of Nicaragua?

• Coffee

• Tobacco

• Cotton

• Shrimp and lobster

Which country has granted a concession to build an inter-oceanic canal in Nicaragua?

• United States

• China

• Russia

• Brazil