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World Geography MCQs: Ace Your General Knowledge for NTS, CSS, PMS, KPPSC, PPSC, ETEA, SPSC, BPSC, and FPSC Tests

World Geography is a cornerstone of the General Knowledge section in exams like NTS, CSS, PMS, KPPSC, PPSC, ETEA, SPSC, BPSC, and FPSC Tests. From the highest mountains to the longest rivers, a solid understanding of the world's physical and political landscape is essential.

To help you prepare effectively, we have compiled 20 key World Geography MCQs based on frequently asked topics in past papers. Dive in to test your geographical knowledge and identify areas for improvement.


 

1. Which is the largest continent by land area?

  • Africa
  • North America
  • Asia
  • Europe

Answer: Asia

 

2. The world's longest river is:

  • Amazon
  • Nile
  • Yangtze
  • Mississippi

Answer: Nile

 

3. The 'Roof of the World' refers to which plateau?

  • Deccan Plateau
  • Tibetan Plateau
  • Colorado Plateau
  • Anatolian Plateau

Answer: Tibetan Plateau

 

4. Which country is known as the 'Land of the Rising Sun'?

  • China
  • South Korea
  • Japan
  • Thailand

Answer: Japan

 

5. The Strait of Gibraltar connects the Atlantic Ocean with the:

  • Red Sea
  • Black Sea
  • Mediterranean Sea
  • North Sea

Answer: Mediterranean Sea

 

6. What is the capital of Canada?

  • Toronto
  • Vancouver
  • Montreal
  • Ottawa

Answer: Ottawa

 

7. The Atacama Desert is located in:

  • Africa
  • Australia
  • North America
  • South America

Answer: South America

 

8. Which of these countries is landlocked?

  • Pakistan
  • Iran
  • Afghanistan
  • India

Answer: Afghanistan

 

9. The highest mountain peak in the world, Mount Everest, is located in:

  • India
  • Nepal
  • Pakistan
  • Bhutan

Answer: Nepal

 

10. The Great Barrier Reef, the world's largest coral reef system, is off the coast of:

  • Indonesia
  • Philippines
  • Australia
  • Brazil

Answer: Australia

 

11. Which imaginary line passes through the middle of the Earth?

  • Tropic of Cancer
  • Tropic of Capricorn
  • Equator
  • Prime Meridian

Answer: Equator

 

12. The currency of Russia is the:

  • Euro
  • Yen
  • Ruble
  • Lira

Answer: Ruble

 

13. Victoria Falls is located on the border of:

  • Zambia and Zimbabwe
  • Brazil and Argentina
  • USA and Canada
  • Kenya and Tanzania

Answer: Zambia and Zimbabwe

 

14. Which ocean is the largest and deepest?

  • Atlantic Ocean
  • Indian Ocean
  • Arctic Ocean
  • Pacific Ocean

Answer: Pacific Ocean

 

15. The Suez Canal connects the Mediterranean Sea to the:

  • Red Sea
  • Persian Gulf
  • Black Sea
  • Arabian Sea

Answer: Red Sea

 

16. How many countries are there in Africa?

  • 44
  • 54
  • 64
  • 34

Answer: 54

 

17. The city of Venice is famous for its:

  • Mountains
  • Deserts
  • Canals
  • Skyscrapers

Answer: Canals

 

18. 'Pampas' are vast grassy plains found in:

  • North America
  • Africa
  • South America
  • Australia

Answer: South America

 

19. Which country has the longest coastline in the world?

  • Russia
  • Australia
  • Canada
  • Indonesia

Answer: Canada

 

20. The capital of Turkey is:

  • Istanbul
  • Ankara
  • Izmir
  • Antalya

Answer: Ankara

 

 

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