MCQs on mountains of Eswatini January 8, 2026October 8, 2024 by u930973931_answers 30 min Score: 0 Attempted: 0/30 Subscribe 1. What is the highest peak in Eswatini? (A) Emlembe (B) Bulembu (C) Malolotja (D) Mdzimba Mountains 2. What is the elevation of Emlembe? (A) 1,862 meters (B) 1,800 meters (C) 1,500 meters (D) 2,000 meters 3. Which mountain range is prominent in Eswatini? (A) The Great Dividing Range (B) The Drakensberg (C) The Andes (D) The Alps 4. What is the name of the national park that features the Malolotja Mountains? (A) Malolotja Nature Reserve (B) Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary (C) Hlane Royal National Park (D) Mkhaya Game Reserve 5. Which of the following mountains is part of the Lubombo Mountains? (A) Emlembe (B) Mdzimba Mountains (C) Malolotja Mountain (D) Ngwenya Mountain 6. What unique geological feature is found in the Malolotja region? (A) Volcanic craters (B) Deep gorges (C) Sandstone formations (D) Glacial valleys 7. Which mountain is known for its biodiversity and endemic species? (A) Emlembe (B) Mdzimba Mountains (C) Ngwenya Mountain (D) Malolotja Mountain 8. What type of climate is found in the mountainous areas of Eswatini? (A) Tropical (B) Temperate (C) Arid (D) Mediterranean 9. Which mountain range forms part of the border between Eswatini and South Africa? (A) The Himalayas (B) The Drakensberg (C) The Rocky Mountains (D) The Pyrenees 10. What activity is popular among tourists in the Malolotja Nature Reserve? (A) Skiing (B) Rock climbing (C) Cave exploring (D) Bird watching 11. Which peak in Eswatini offers stunning views of the surrounding valleys? (A) Emlembe (B) Ngwenya Mountain (C) Bulembu (D) Malolotja 12. What is the predominant vegetation type found in Eswatini’s mountainous regions? (A) Desert shrubs (B) Fynbos (C) Grasslands (D) Coniferous forests 13. Which town is located near the base of Emlembe? (A) Piggs Peak (B) Manzini (C) Mbabane (D) Siteki 14. What major river originates in the mountains of Eswatini? (A) Zambezi River (B) Limpopo River (C) Great Usutu River (D) Orange River 15. 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 16. Which mountain is often referred to as the “Hump” due to its shape? (A) Emlembe (B) Ngwenya Mountain (C) Bulembu (D) Mdzimba Mountains 17. Which national park in Eswatini is known for its stunning mountain landscapes and wildlife? (A) Hlane Royal National Park (B) Mkhaya Game Reserve (C) Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary (D) Malolotja Nature Reserve 18. Which mountain area is known for its traditional Swazi cultural heritage? (A) Mdzimba Mountains (B) Emlembe (C) Malolotja (D) Lubombo Mountains 19. What is the main geological composition of the Emlembe Mountain? (A) Granite (B) Sandstone (C) Basalt (D) Limestone 20. What kind of wildlife is commonly found in the mountainous areas of Eswatini? (A) Antelopes (B) Giraffes (C) Polar bears (D) Kangaroos 21. Which of the following peaks is located in the Lubombo Mountains? (A) Emlembe (B) Ngwenya Mountain (C) Nhlangano Hill (D) Bulembu 22. What is the significance of the Mdzimba Mountains in Swazi culture? (A) They are a major tourist destination. (B) They are known for agricultural practices. (C) They are considered sacred. (D) They are a source of minerals. 23. Which mountain area is known for its rich biodiversity and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site? (A) Emlembe (B) Malolotja (C) Mdzimba Mountains (D) Drakensberg Mountains 24. Which activity is commonly enjoyed in the mountainous regions of Eswatini? (A) Surfing (B) Scuba diving (C) Caving (D) Hiking 25. What type of rock formations can be found in the Lubombo Mountains? (A) Sedimentary (B) All of the above (C) Metamorphic (D) Igneous 26. 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 27. What is the primary threat to the ecosystems in the mountainous regions of Eswatini? (A) Deforestation (B) Climate change (C) Urbanization (D) Mining activities 28. Which peak offers panoramic views and is a popular hiking destination in Eswatini? (A) Mdzimba Mountains (B) Ngwenya Mountain (C) Hhlambanyatsi Hill (D) Emlembe 29. What is the most prominent natural resource found in the mountains of Eswatini? (A) Coal (B) Diamonds (C) Gold (D) Water resources 30. Which mountain range serves as a significant watershed in Eswatini? (A) Drakensberg Mountains (B) Pyrenees (C) Lubombo Mountains (D) Appalachian Mountains