Geography of Chile Quiz

What is the average width of Chile?

• 109 miles

• 200 miles

• 300 miles

• 150 miles

Which empire claimed the northern part of modern-day Chile before Spanish conquest?

• Aztec Empire

• Incan Empire

• Mayan Empire

• Mapuche Empire

What treaty established the borders between Chile and Argentina?

• Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• Treaty of Tordesillas

• Treaty of Versailles

• Boundary Treaty of 1881

Which desert in Chile is known for having areas with no recorded rainfall?

• Sahara Desert

• Gobi Desert

• Atacama Desert

• Kalahari Desert

What percentage of Chile's land is made up of mountains?

• 60%

• 50%

• 80%

• 70%

Why did many Chileans move to Santiago in the early 1900s?

• For its historical sites

• Due to political reasons

• Due to industrialization

• For its beaches

What natural event is Santiago safe from due to its location?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Hurricanes

• Tsunamis

• Floods

What is the population of the Santiago Metropolitan region?

• 5 million

• 10 million

• 7 million

• 12 million

Which industry is a major contributor to Chile's economy?

• Mining

• Tourism

• Automobile

• Textile

What is Chile's rank in terms of size among South American countries?

• Fourth

• Fifth

• Sixth

• Seventh