Geographic Surprises Quiz

Which country is home to the Isles of Scilly, known for its Mediterranean-like beaches?

• Greece

• Italy

• Spain

• England

Mount Hkakabo Razi, the highest point in Southeast Asia, is located in which country?

• Myanmar

• Thailand

• Vietnam

• Laos

Which region in Oman is known for its unexpected waterfall system?

• Nizwa

• Salalah

• Wadi Darbat

• Muscat

What is surprising about Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan?

• It is a coastal city

• It is very green

• It is located on a mountain

• It is a desert city

Which national park in Brazil is known for its sand dunes and freshwater lagoons?

• Iguaçu National Park

• Serra da Capivara National Park

• Chapada Diamantina National Park

• Lençóis Maranhenses National Park

Why is Greenland called 'Greenland' despite its icy landscape?

• It has a green valley

• It is a translation error

• It was once covered in forests

• It was named by a Viking to attract settlers

Which mountain range in Saudi Arabia is known for its green landscape?

• Sarawat Mountains

• Tuwaiq Mountains

• Asir Mountains

• Hijaz Mountains

Margarita Peak, the highest point in Uganda, is located on which mountain?

• Mount Elgon

• Mount Rwenzori

• Mount Stanley

• Mount Moroto

Which Japanese region is known for its tropical beaches?

• Hokkaido

• Kyushu

• Okinawa

• Shikoku

What is unique about Hormuz Island in Iran?

• It is a coral island

• It is a volcanic island

• It has black sand beaches

• It has rainbow-colored mountains