MCQs on mountains of Laos

  1. What is the highest mountain in Laos?
    • A) Phou Bia
    • B) Phou Kao
    • C) Phou Hi
    • D) Phou Khoun
      Answer: A) Phou Bia
  2. Which mountain range runs along the eastern border of Laos?
    • A) Himalayas
    • B) Annamite Range
    • C) Tien Shan
    • D) Ural Mountains
      Answer: B) Annamite Range
  3. What is the approximate height of Phou Bia?
    • A) 2,817 meters
    • B) 2,690 meters
    • C) 3,000 meters
    • D) 2,500 meters
      Answer: A) 2,817 meters
  4. Which of the following mountains is known for its biodiversity?
    • A) Phou Khao Khouay
    • B) Phou Hi
    • C) Phou Khoun
    • D) Phou Dendinh
      Answer: A) Phou Khao Khouay
  5. What is the primary geological feature of the Annamite Range?
    • A) Sedimentary rocks
    • B) Igneous rocks
    • C) Limestone karsts
    • D) Volcanic formations
      Answer: C) Limestone karsts
  6. Which province in Laos is home to the highest peaks in the country?
    • A) Vientiane
    • B) Luang Prabang
    • C) Xieng Khouang
    • D) Savannakhet
      Answer: C) Xieng Khouang
  7. Which mountain in Laos is popular for trekking and ecotourism?
    • A) Phou Bia
    • B) Phou Khao Khouay
    • C) Phou Khoun
    • D) Phou Dendinh
      Answer: B) Phou Khao Khouay
  8. What is the local term for mountain in Laos?
    • A) Phou
    • B) Vang
    • C) Khao
    • D) Taan
      Answer: A) Phou
  9. Which mountain range separates Laos from Vietnam?
    • A) Annamite Range
    • B) Hoang Lien Son Range
    • C) Himalayas
    • D) Pyrenees
      Answer: A) Annamite Range
  10. What is the significance of the Bolaven Plateau in Laos?
    • A) Known for its agricultural production
    • B) Home to the highest peak in Laos
    • C) Major tourist destination for beaches
    • D) Contains the largest lake in Laos
      Answer: A) Known for its agricultural production
  11. Which of the following mountains is located in the northern part of Laos?
    • A) Phou Bia
    • B) Phou Khao Khouay
    • C) Phou Khoun
    • D) Phou Hi
      Answer: A) Phou Bia
  12. What type of climate is primarily found in the mountainous regions of Laos?
    • A) Tropical rainforest
    • B) Alpine
    • C) Arid
    • D) Humid subtropical
      Answer: B) Alpine
  13. Which mountain range is known for its scenic waterfalls and coffee plantations?
    • A) Annamite Range
    • B) Bolaven Plateau
    • C) Himalayas
    • D) Rockies
      Answer: B) Bolaven Plateau
  14. What is the main economic activity in the mountainous areas of Laos?
    • A) Mining
    • B) Agriculture
    • C) Tourism
    • D) Fishing
      Answer: B) Agriculture
  15. Which peak is considered sacred by the local population?
    • A) Phou Bia
    • B) Phou Khao Khouay
    • C) Phou Hi
    • D) Phou Khoun
      Answer: B) Phou Khao Khouay
  16. What is the major river that flows through the mountainous regions of Laos?
    • A) Mekong River
    • B) Nam Ou River
    • C) Nam Theun River
    • D) Nam Ngum River
      Answer: A) Mekong River
  17. Which mountain in Laos is known for its beautiful views of the surrounding valleys?
    • A) Phou Khoun
    • B) Phou Hi
    • C) Phou Bia
    • D) Phou Khao Khouay
      Answer: D) Phou Khao Khouay
  18. What is the average elevation of the Annamite Range?
    • A) 1,500 meters
    • B) 2,000 meters
    • C) 2,500 meters
    • D) 3,000 meters
      Answer: B) 2,000 meters
  19. Which of the following is a major threat to the mountain ecosystems in Laos?
    • A) Urbanization
    • B) Deforestation
    • C) Climate change
    • D) All of the above
      Answer: D) All of the above
  20. What is the main feature of the Phou Khao Khouay National Park?
    • A) Glaciers
    • B) Dense forests and wildlife
    • C) Tropical beaches
    • D) Deserts
      Answer: B) Dense forests and wildlife
  21. Which mountain range is home to the popular trekking destination, Phou Hi?
    • A) Annamite Range
    • B) Tien Shan
    • C) Himalayas
    • D) Rockies
      Answer: A) Annamite Range
  22. What natural resource is abundant in the mountainous regions of Laos?
    • A) Oil
    • B) Timber
    • C) Minerals
    • D) All of the above
      Answer: D) All of the above
  23. Which mountain is considered the “roof” of Laos?
    • A) Phou Bia
    • B) Phou Hi
    • C) Phou Khoun
    • D) Phou Khao Khouay
      Answer: A) Phou Bia
  24. What is the main ecological zone found in the mountainous regions of Laos?
    • A) Tropical rainforest
    • B) Alpine tundra
    • C) Deciduous forest
    • D) Coniferous forest
      Answer: B) Alpine tundra
  25. Which peak in Laos is famous for its rock climbing routes?
    • A) Phou Khao Khouay
    • B) Phou Hi
    • C) Phou Khoun
    • D) Phou Bia
      Answer: A) Phou Khao Khouay
  26. What is the predominant vegetation type in the mountains of Laos?
    • A) Grasslands
    • B) Coniferous forests
    • C) Deciduous forests
    • D) Mixed forests
      Answer: D) Mixed forests
  27. Which mountain in Laos is a popular spot for observing local wildlife?
    • A) Phou Khao Khouay
    • B) Phou Bia
    • C) Phou Hi
    • D) Phou Khoun
      Answer: A) Phou Khao Khouay
  28. Which mountain is known for its ancient rock carvings?
    • A) Phou Bia
    • B) Phou Khao Khouay
    • C) Phou Hi
    • D) Phou Khoun
      Answer: A) Phou Bia
  29. What is the significance of the Nam Ha National Protected Area?
    • A) It contains the highest peak in Laos
    • B) It is known for its unique ecosystems
    • C) It is a major agricultural zone
    • D) It is a historical site
      Answer: B) It is known for its unique ecosystems
  30. Which peak is known for its challenging hiking trails?
    • A) Phou Khao Khouay
    • B) Phou Hi
    • C) Phou Bia
    • D) Phou Khoun
      Answer: C) Phou Bia

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