MCQs on mountains of Eswatini

  • What is the highest peak in Eswatini?
    • A) Emlembe
    • B) Bulembu
    • C) Malolotja
    • D) Mdzimba Mountains
      Answer: A) Emlembe
  • What is the elevation of Emlembe?
    • A) 1,800 meters
    • B) 1,862 meters
    • C) 1,500 meters
    • D) 2,000 meters
      Answer: B) 1,862 meters
  • Which mountain range is prominent in Eswatini?
    • A) The Great Dividing Range
    • B) The Andes
    • C) The Drakensberg
    • D) The Alps
      Answer: C) The Drakensberg
  • What is the name of the national park that features the Malolotja Mountains?
    • A) Hlane Royal National Park
    • B) Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary
    • C) Malolotja Nature Reserve
    • D) Mkhaya Game Reserve
      Answer: C) Malolotja Nature Reserve
  • Which of the following mountains is part of the Lubombo Mountains?
    • A) Emlembe
    • B) Mdzimba Mountains
    • C) Ngwenya Mountain
    • D) Malolotja Mountain
      Answer: C) Ngwenya Mountain
  • What unique geological feature is found in the Malolotja region?
    • A) Volcanic craters
    • B) Deep gorges
    • C) Sandstone formations
    • D) Glacial valleys
      Answer: B) Deep gorges
  • Which mountain is known for its biodiversity and endemic species?
    • A) Emlembe
    • B) Mdzimba Mountains
    • C) Ngwenya Mountain
    • D) Malolotja Mountain
      Answer: B) Mdzimba Mountains
  • What type of climate is found in the mountainous areas of Eswatini?
    • A) Tropical
    • B) Arid
    • C) Temperate
    • D) Mediterranean
      Answer: C) Temperate
  • Which mountain range forms part of the border between Eswatini and South Africa?
    • A) The Himalayas
    • B) The Rocky Mountains
    • C) The Drakensberg
    • D) The Pyrenees
      Answer: C) The Drakensberg
  • What activity is popular among tourists in the Malolotja Nature Reserve?
    • A) Skiing
    • B) Rock climbing
    • C) Bird watching
    • D) Cave exploring
      Answer: C) Bird watching
  • Which peak in Eswatini offers stunning views of the surrounding valleys?
    • A) Emlembe
    • B) Ngwenya Mountain
    • C) Bulembu
    • D) Malolotja
      Answer: A) Emlembe
  • What is the predominant vegetation type found in Eswatini’s mountainous regions?
    • A) Desert shrubs
    • B) Coniferous forests
    • C) Grasslands
    • D) Fynbos
      Answer: B) Coniferous forests
  • Which town is located near the base of Emlembe?
    • A) Mbabane
    • B) Manzini
    • C) Piggs Peak
    • D) Siteki
      Answer: C) Piggs Peak
  • What major river originates in the mountains of Eswatini?
    • A) Zambezi River
    • B) Limpopo River
    • C) Great Usutu River
    • D) Orange River
      Answer: C) Great Usutu River
  • What is the name of the mountain range that runs along the eastern side of Eswatini?
    • A) The Snowy Mountains
    • B) The Lubombo Mountains
    • C) The Appalachian Mountains
    • D) The Andes
      Answer: B) The Lubombo Mountains
  • Which mountain is often referred to as the “Hump” due to its shape?
    • A) Emlembe
    • B) Ngwenya Mountain
    • C) Bulembu
    • D) Mdzimba Mountains
      Answer: D) Mdzimba Mountains
  • Which national park in Eswatini is known for its stunning mountain landscapes and wildlife?
    • A) Hlane Royal National Park
    • B) Malolotja Nature Reserve
    • C) Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary
    • D) Mkhaya Game Reserve
      Answer: B) Malolotja Nature Reserve
  • Which mountain area is known for its traditional Swazi cultural heritage?
    • A) Emlembe
    • B) Mdzimba Mountains
    • C) Malolotja
    • D) Lubombo Mountains
      Answer: B) Mdzimba Mountains
  • What is the main geological composition of the Emlembe Mountain?
    • A) Sandstone
    • B) Granite
    • C) Basalt
    • D) Limestone
      Answer: B) Granite
  • What kind of wildlife is commonly found in the mountainous areas of Eswatini?
    • A) Polar bears
    • B) Giraffes
    • C) Antelopes
    • D) Kangaroos
      Answer: C) Antelopes
  • Which of the following peaks is located in the Lubombo Mountains?
    • A) Emlembe
    • B) Bulembu
    • C) Nhlangano Hill
    • D) Ngwenya Mountain
      Answer: D) Ngwenya Mountain
  • What is the significance of the Mdzimba Mountains in Swazi culture?
    • A) They are a major tourist destination.
    • B) They are considered sacred.
    • C) They are known for agricultural practices.
    • D) They are a source of minerals.
      Answer: B) They are considered sacred.
  • Which mountain area is known for its rich biodiversity and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
    • A) Emlembe
    • B) Malolotja
    • C) Drakensberg Mountains
    • D) Mdzimba Mountains
      Answer: C) Drakensberg Mountains
  • Which activity is commonly enjoyed in the mountainous regions of Eswatini?
    • A) Surfing
    • B) Hiking
    • C) Caving
    • D) Scuba diving
      Answer: B) Hiking
  • What type of rock formations can be found in the Lubombo Mountains?
    • A) Sedimentary
    • B) Igneous
    • C) Metamorphic
    • D) All of the above
      Answer: D) All of the above
  • Which is a notable feature of the landscape in Eswatini’s mountainous regions?
    • A) Flat plains
    • B) Rugged cliffs
    • C) Desert dunes
    • D) Coastal beaches
      Answer: B) Rugged cliffs
  • What is the primary threat to the ecosystems in the mountainous regions of Eswatini?
    • A) Urbanization
    • B) Climate change
    • C) Deforestation
    • D) Mining activities
      Answer: C) Deforestation
  • Which peak offers panoramic views and is a popular hiking destination in Eswatini?
    • A) Emlembe
    • B) Ngwenya Mountain
    • C) Hhlambanyatsi Hill
    • D) Mdzimba Mountains
      Answer: A) Emlembe
  • What is the most prominent natural resource found in the mountains of Eswatini?
    • A) Coal
    • B) Diamonds
    • C) Water resources
    • D) Gold
      Answer: C) Water resources
  • Which mountain range serves as a significant watershed in Eswatini?
    • A) Drakensberg Mountains
    • B) Lubombo Mountains
    • C) Pyrenees
    • D) Appalachian Mountains
      Answer: B) Lubombo Mountains

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