Russian Domain: Physical Geography – Kamchatka Quiz

What is the definition of a peninsula according to the Oxford dictionary?

• A piece of land completely surrounded by water

• A piece of land almost surrounded by water

• A piece of land projecting into a body of water

• A piece of land surrounded by water

How many people live in the Kamchatka Peninsula?

• Over 2 million

• Over 1 million

• Over 500,000

• Over 350,000

What is the main source of food for the brown bears in Kamchatka?

• Salmon

• Fox

• Elk

• Sable

Which of the following countries does not have geysers similar to Kamchatka's 'Valley of Geysers'?

• Iceland

• New Zealand

• United States

• Canada

When did Russian explorer Vitus Bering found the city Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky?

• In 1900

• In 1800

• In 1740

• In 1600

What is the main focus of Kamchatka's economy?

• Manufacturing

• Agriculture

• Fishing

• Mining

What is the largest active volcano in Kamchatka?

• Mount Kluchevskoi

• Mount Karymsky

• Mount Vilyuchik

• Mount Avachinsky

What is the main industry that has played a secondary role in Kamchatka's economy?

• Technology

• Lumber

• Textiles

• Tourism

What is the name of the TV show that features Kamchatka in one of its episodes?

• Wild Australia

• Wild Alaska

• Wild Canada

• Wild Russia

What is the strategic location of Kamchatka that made it a highly secured region?

• It is a major tourist destination

• It is a major trade route

• It is a major industrial hub

• It is the base for the Russian Pacific submarine fleet