Geographical Extremes Quiz

What is the significance of Null Island?

• It is the highest point on Earth.

• It is the southernmost point of Africa.

• It marks the intersection of the equator and the prime meridian.

• It is a real island located in the Pacific Ocean.

What is unique about the population of Longyearbyen?

• It is the warmest place in Norway.

• All residents are from outside the region.

• It is the only place where polar bears outnumber humans.

• It has a large native population.

Why are women not allowed to give birth in Longyearbyen?

• Because of cultural traditions.

• Due to the extreme cold.

• Because of the lack of healthcare facilities.

• To prevent overpopulation.

Which city is considered the world's most northern large city by metro population?

• Edmonton

• Helsinki

• Longyearbyen

• St. Petersburg

Which city is the most northern large city by city proper population?

• Edmonton

• Longyearbyen

• Helsinki

• St. Petersburg

What is the most southern city in the world with a population greater than a million?

• Sydney

• Melbourne

• Buenos Aires

• Wellington

Which city is considered the world's highest large city?

• Hobart

• Addis Ababa

• Mexico City

• La Paz

What is the most remote city with a population exceeding 1 million from the nearest city of a similar size?

• Wellington

• Auckland

• Honolulu

• Perth

Which city is the most remote from its nearest counterpart with a population over 100,000?

• Honolulu

• Canberra

• Auckland

• Perth

What is the world's highest capital city?

• Quito

• Addis Ababa

• Bogotá

• La Paz