Daily Static Quiz (Geography) December 4, 2025

Daily Static Quiz (Geography) December 4, 2025

Q1. Which of the following evidence(s) support the theory of continental drift?

I. The Appalachian Mountains in North America are geologically aligned with the Caledonian Mountains in Scotland and Scandinavia.
II. Tillite deposits indicating glacial history are found in South Africa, India, Australia, and South America.
III. The Gondwana sedimentary system of India has counterparts in Africa, South America, Antarctica, and Australia.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) I and II only
(b) II and III only
(c) I and III only
(d) I, II and III

Q2. Match List I (Minerals) with List II (Highest Producer Country):

List I

• I. Bauxite

• II. Copper

• III. Manganese

• IV. Mineral Oil

List II

• A. Gabon

• B. Guinea

• C. Peru

• D. Venezuela

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) I-B, II-C, III-A, IV-D
(b) I-A, II-D, III-C, IV-B
(c) I-B, II-D, III-A, IV-C
(d) I-C, II-B, III-D, IV-A

Q3. Arrange the following Northern African cities from West to East:

I. Tripoli
II. Alexandria
III. Casablanca
IV. Cairo

The correct sequence is:

(a) III, I, IV, II
(b) III, I, II, IV
(c) I, III, IV, II
(d) III, IV, I, II

Q4. Which of the following statements regarding the Andes Mountains is/are correct?

I. The Andes extend through exactly seven countries: Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
II. Mount Aconcagua is the highest peak in the Andes, located on the Argentina-Chile border.
III. The Andes form three major divisions based on climate: Tropical, Dry, and Wet Andes.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) I and II only
(b) II and III only
(c) I and III only
(d) I, II and III

Q5. Which of the following rivers are tributaries of the Amazon River?

I. Rio Negro
II. Madeira River
III. Xingu River
IV. Tapajós River

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) I and II only
(b) I, II and III only
(c) II, III and IV only
(d) I, II, III and IV

Q6. Consider the following statements about Caribbean countries and territories:

I. The Greater Antilles include Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico.
II. The Lesser Antilles form the eastern boundary of the Caribbean Sea, extending from the Virgin Islands to Trinidad and Tobago.
III. Jamaica is the largest island in the Caribbean, situated north of Cuba.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) I and II only
(b) I, II and III
(c) II and III only
(d) I only

Q7. The Arafura Sea is bordered by which of the following?

I. Gulf of Carpentaria to the south
II. Timor Sea to the west
III. Torres Strait to the east
IV. Coral Sea to the southeast

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) I, II and III only
(b) I, II, III and IV
(c) II, III and IV only
(d) I and II only

Q8. Which of the following countries/territories contain(s) the Alpine Mountains?

I. Monaco
II. France
III. Switzerland
IV. Liechtenstein
V. Slovenia

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) I, II and III only
(b) II, III and IV only
(c) I, II, III, IV and V
(d) III, IV and V only

Q9. Which of the following subdivisions of the Peninsular Plateau of India is correctly matched with its characteristics?

(a) Malwa Plateau – Drained by Godavari, Krishna and Penner river systems; entirely covered by black soil
(b) Deccan Trap Region – Extensive lava flow; covered with black soil (regur); general slope towards East
(c) Western Ghats – Composed of horizontal lava sheets; step-like topography; flanked by flat-topped hills
(d) Marwar Plateau – Highest elevation in the plateau; dips to 500m in the north; slopes from west to east

Q10. Which of the following statements regarding Great Nicobar Island are correct?

I. Great Nicobar is the southernmost island of the Nicobar Islands archipelago.
II. It is separated from the Andaman Islands by the Ten Degree Channel.
III. Mount Thullier, approximately 2,105 feet high, is the highest peak on the island.
IV. Dense tropical rainforests cover approximately 50% of the island’s area.
V. Indira Point, India’s southernmost point, is located on Great Nicobar Island.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) I, II and III only
(b) I, II, III and V only
(c) II, III and IV only
(d) All of the above

ANSWER KEY WITH EXPLANATIONS

Q1. ANSWER: (d) I, II and III

Explanation:

Statement I – CORRECT: The Appalachian Mountains in North America and the Caledonian Mountains in Scotland/Scandinavia have matching geological structures and rock formations, indicating they were once connected before the continents drifted apart. This is a major geological evidence of continental drift.

Statement II – CORRECT: Tillite is a sedimentary rock formed from glacial deposits. The presence of identical tillite deposits in South Africa, India, Australia, and South America suggests these continents were joined together near the South Pole during the Gondwana supercontinent, where a common glacial period affected all of them.

Statement III – CORRECT: The Gondwana sedimentary system found in India is also present in Africa, South America, Antarctica, and Australia. This identical stratigraphy across different continents separated by oceans provides strong paleontological and geological evidence that these landmasses were once connected.

All three statements are supported by geomorphological and paleontological evidence of continental drift theory.

Q2. ANSWER: (a) I-B, II-C, III-A, IV-D

Explanation:

I. Bauxite – Guinea (B): Guinea is the world’s largest producer of bauxite, the primary ore of aluminum, with vast deposits that have made it a dominant global supplier.

II. Copper – Peru (C): Peru is among the world’s top copper producers, with major mining regions like Cerro de Pasco, Huaras, and Ayacacho. Peru is consistently ranked in the top three global copper producers.

III. Manganese – Gabon (A): Gabon is a significant manganese producer in Africa, with rich manganese deposits and reserves that contribute substantially to global manganese supply.

IV. Mineral Oil (Petroleum) – Venezuela (D): Venezuela has the world’s largest proven oil reserves and is one of the major crude oil producers globally, though production levels have fluctuated due to various factors.

Q3. ANSWER: (a) III, I, IV, II

Explanation:

Arranging Northern African cities from West to East:

1. Casablanca (III) – Located on the western coast of Morocco, it is the westernmost among these cities.

2. Tripoli (I) – Capital of Libya, situated on the North African coast west of Egypt.

3. Cairo (IV) – Capital of Egypt, located inland along the Nile River, positioned centrally to east-central in this sequence.

4. Alexandria (II) – The major port city of Egypt on the Mediterranean coast, located at the eastern end of the Nile Delta, making it the easternmost in this list.

The correct west-to-east sequence is: Casablanca → Tripoli → Cairo → Alexandria

Q4. ANSWER: (d) I, II and III

Explanation:

Statement I – CORRECT: The Andes Mountains extend through seven South American countries from north to south: Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina. This is a well-established geographical fact.

Statement II – CORRECT: Mount Aconcagua (6,959 meters or 22,831 feet) is indeed the highest peak in the Andes. While its peak is in Argentina, its western flanks extend into Chile north of Santiago, making it a trans-border geographical feature of the region.

Statement III – CORRECT: The Andes are divided into three major sections based on climate and geography: the Northern Andes (tropical climate – Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela), the Central Andes (dry climate – Peru, Bolivia), and the Southern Andes (wet climate – Chile, Argentina). These climatic divisions create distinct ecological and geographical zones.

All three statements are factually accurate regarding the Andes Mountains.

Q5. ANSWER: (d) I, II, III and IV

Explanation:

The Amazon River has over 1,100 tributaries, making it the world’s largest river by water volume. Among the most important tributaries are:

I. Rio Negro (Negro River) – CORRECT: Flows over 1,600 km through Brazil and Colombia with dark, blackish waters, joining the Amazon from the north.

II. Madeira River – CORRECT: The largest tributary of the Amazon, flowing over 3,200 km through Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru, and joining the Amazon on its southern bank.

III. Xingu River – CORRECT: An important tributary that joins the Amazon in its lower course, contributing significant water volume to the main river.

IV. Tapajós River – CORRECT: One of the notable tributaries that merges with the Amazon, adding to its water volume in the eastern section.

All four rivers mentioned are confirmed tributaries of the Amazon River system.

Q6. ANSWER: (a) I and II only

Explanation:

Statement I – CORRECT: The Greater Antilles are the four largest islands in the Caribbean Sea: Cuba, Hispaniola (shared by Haiti and the Dominican Republic), Jamaica, and Puerto Rico. These form the northern boundary of the Caribbean Sea.

Statement II – CORRECT: The Lesser Antilles form an island arc that extends from the Virgin Islands in the northeast to Trinidad and Tobago in the southeast, forming the eastern boundary of the Caribbean Sea. This chain of smaller islands runs roughly north-south along the eastern edge.

Statement III – INCORRECT: Jamaica is actually the largest island in the Caribbean, but it is situated south of Cuba, not north. Cuba is the northernmost of the Greater Antilles, and Jamaica lies directly south of it. This statement reverses the geographical positions.

Only statements I and II are correct.

Q7. ANSWER: (a) I, II and III only

Explanation:

The Arafura Sea is bordered by:

I. Gulf of Carpentaria to the south – CORRECT: The Arafura Sea is bordered by the Gulf of Carpentaria and the continent of Australia to the south.

II. Timor Sea to the west – CORRECT: The Timor Sea forms the western boundary of the Arafura Sea, separating it from other seas to the west.

III. Torres Strait to the east – CORRECT: The Torres Strait lies to the east of the Arafura Sea, connecting it to other waters. Beyond the Torres Strait lies the Coral Sea.

IV. Coral Sea to the southeast – INCORRECT: The Coral Sea lies to the northeast of the Arafura Sea, not to the southeast. The Coral Sea is positioned across the Torres Strait to the east and northeast, not southeast.

Statements I, II, and III are correct, making (a) the right answer.

Q8. ANSWER: (c) I, II, III, IV and V

Explanation:

The Alps extend across eight European countries. From west to east, these countries are:

I. Monaco – CORRECT: The westernmost point of the Alps near the Mediterranean coast.

II. France – CORRECT: The Alps extend across southeastern France, with Mont Blanc (the highest peak at 5,000m) located on the France-Italy border.

III. Switzerland – CORRECT: The Alps cover a significant portion of Switzerland, with many iconic peaks located here.

IV. Liechtenstein – CORRECT: This small country lies entirely within the Alpine region.

V. Slovenia – CORRECT: The southern and eastern portions of the Alps extend into Slovenia.

Additionally, the Alps also extend through Italy, Austria, and Germany, but among the options given, all five listed countries contain portions of the Alpine Mountains.

Q9. ANSWER: (b) Deccan Trap Region – Extensive lava flow; covered with black soil (regur); general slope towards north

Explanation:

Let us evaluate each option:

(a) Malwa Plateau – INCORRECT characterization: While the Malwa Plateau exists, the rivers Godavari, Krishna, and Penner are characteristic of the southern Deccan region, not Malwa. The black soil claim is also not universally accurate for Malwa.

(b) Deccan Trap Region – CORRECT: This accurately describes the Deccan Trap region. It is composed of extensive lava flows from ancient volcanic activity, resulting in horizontal lava sheets. It is covered with black cotton soil (regur), which is formed from the weathering of basaltic lava. The general slope of the Deccan Trap is towards the East, 

(c) Western Ghats – INCORRECT: While the Western Ghats have hills and escarpments, they are not characterized by horizontal lava sheets and step-like topography in the way described. The Ghats are more associated with steep western slopes and the coastal plains.

(d) Marwar Plateau – INCORRECT: The Marwar Plateau is not the highest elevation in the Peninsular Plateau. The plateau varies considerably, and the description does not accurately reflect Marwar’s characteristics. Additionally, Marwar is in the northwestern region, not representative of the general characteristics stated.

Option (b) provides the most accurate geographical description.

Q10. ANSWER: (b) I, II, III and V only

Explanation:

I. Great Nicobar is the southernmost island of the Nicobar Islands archipelago – CORRECT: Great Nicobar is indeed the largest and southernmost island of the Nicobar Islands.

II. It is separated from the Andaman Islands by the Ten Degree Channel – CORRECT: The Ten Degree Channel is the body of water that separates the Andaman Islands from the Nicobar Islands, with Great Nicobar being the southernmost Nicobar Island.

III. Mount Thullier is approximately 2,105 feet high and is the highest peak – CORRECT: Mount Thullier reaches approximately 2,105 feet (642 meters) above sea level and is the highest mountain peak on Great Nicobar Island.

IV. Dense tropical rainforests cover approximately 50% of the island – INCORRECT: Dense tropical rainforests actually cover more than 85% of the island’s area, not just 50%. This is a significant factual discrepancy.

V. Indira Point, India’s southernmost point, is located on Great Nicobar Island – CORRECT: Indira Point, located on Great Nicobar Island, is India’s southernmost point, situated less than 150 km from Indonesia.

Statements I, II, III, and V are correct; only statement IV is incorrect due to the rainforest coverage percentage.

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