- What is the highest point in Latvia?
- A) Gaiziņkalns
- B) Jāņkalns
- C) Dzerbene
- D) Ērgļu Kalns
Answer: A) Gaiziņkalns
- Gaiziņkalns is located in which region of Latvia?
- A) Vidzeme
- B) Zemgale
- C) Kurzeme
- D) Latgale
Answer: A) Vidzeme
- What is the height of Gaiziņkalns?
- A) 200 meters
- B) 311 meters
- C) 150 meters
- D) 250 meters
Answer: B) 311 meters
- Which mountain is known for its beautiful hiking trails?
- A) Gaiziņkalns
- B) Ziemeļi
- C) Jāņkalns
- D) Ērgļu Kalns
Answer: A) Gaiziņkalns
- Which of the following is the second highest hill in Latvia?
- A) Dzerbene
- B) Jāņkalns
- C) Gaiziņkalns
- D) Tērvete
Answer: B) Jāņkalns
- What is the approximate height of Jāņkalns?
- A) 180 meters
- B) 238 meters
- C) 200 meters
- D) 150 meters
Answer: B) 238 meters
- What kind of terrain is typical in the mountainous regions of Latvia?
- A) Rugged peaks and valleys
- B) Rolling hills and forests
- C) High cliffs and deep fjords
- D) Rocky deserts
Answer: B) Rolling hills and forests
- Which mountain range is located in the northeastern part of Latvia?
- A) Vidzeme Upland
- B) Kurzeme Upland
- C) Zilupe Hills
- D) Latgale Highlands
Answer: A) Vidzeme Upland
- What is the main geological feature of the Vidzeme Upland?
- A) Limestone cliffs
- B) Granite outcrops
- C) Sandy dunes
- D) Alluvial plains
Answer: A) Limestone cliffs
- What recreational activity is popular in the mountains of Latvia?
- A) Skiing
- B) Rock climbing
- C) Mountain biking
- D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
- Which hill is a popular spot for winter sports in Latvia?
- A) Gaiziņkalns
- B) Ziemelmeži
- C) Zilupe
- D) Gaujiena
Answer: A) Gaiziņkalns
- Which river flows through the Vidzeme region?
- A) Daugava
- B) Gauja
- C) Lielupe
- D) Venta
Answer: B) Gauja
- What is the primary forest type found in Latvia’s mountainous regions?
- A) Tropical rainforest
- B) Coniferous forest
- C) Deciduous forest
- D) Mixed forest
Answer: B) Coniferous forest
- What is a common wildlife species found in the mountains of Latvia?
- A) Snow leopards
- B) Wolves
- C) Polar bears
- D) Tigers
Answer: B) Wolves
- What geological period shaped the mountainous landscape of Latvia?
- A) Mesozoic
- B) Paleozoic
- C) Cenozoic
- D) Precambrian
Answer: C) Cenozoic
- What natural resource is primarily extracted from the mountainous areas of Latvia?
- A) Gold
- B) Coal
- C) Limestone
- D) Oil
Answer: C) Limestone
- Which of the following is a popular tourist attraction in the Vidzeme region?
- A) Sigulda
- B) Rīga
- C) Daugavpils
- D) Liepāja
Answer: A) Sigulda
- What is the significance of the Gauja National Park in Latvia?
- A) It is the largest national park in Latvia
- B) It is known for its unique rock formations
- C) It protects various species of flora and fauna
- D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
- Which hill is famous for its historical castle ruins?
- A) Tērvete
- B) Jāņkalns
- C) Gaiziņkalns
- D) Ziemelmeži
Answer: A) Tērvete
- What is the average elevation of the hills in the Vidzeme Upland?
- A) 100-200 meters
- B) 200-300 meters
- C) 300-400 meters
- D) 400-500 meters
Answer: B) 200-300 meters
- Which area in Latvia is known for its scenic landscapes and outdoor activities?
- A) Zilupe
- B) Gauja National Park
- C) Daugavpils
- D) Rīga
Answer: B) Gauja National Park
- Which mountain is associated with ancient legends and folklore?
- A) Gaiziņkalns
- B) Ērgļu Kalns
- C) Jāņkalns
- D) Tērvete
Answer: A) Gaiziņkalns
- What type of climate is found in the mountainous regions of Latvia?
- A) Tropical
- B) Arid
- C) Continental
- D) Mediterranean
Answer: C) Continental
- What activity do locals engage in during the summer in the mountains of Latvia?
- A) Snowboarding
- B) Hiking
- C) Ice fishing
- D) Sledding
Answer: B) Hiking
- Which of the following hills is located near the city of Valmiera?
- A) Gaiziņkalns
- B) Jāņkalns
- C) Ziemelmeži
- D) Tērvete
Answer: A) Gaiziņkalns
- Which mountain area is known for its unique flora and fauna?
- A) Vidzeme Upland
- B) Zemgale
- C) Kurzeme
- D) Latgale
Answer: A) Vidzeme Upland
- Which lake is located in the vicinity of Gaiziņkalns?
- A) Lake Baikal
- B) Lake Lubāns
- C) Lake Daugava
- D) Lake Teiču
Answer: D) Lake Teiču
- Which of the following describes the primary land use in the mountainous regions of Latvia?
- A) Urban development
- B) Agriculture
- C) Mining
- D) Tourism
Answer: B) Agriculture
- What is the primary soil type found in the mountains of Latvia?
- A) Clay
- B) Sandy
- C) Loamy
- D) Peaty
Answer: C) Loamy
- Which peak is famous for its stunning panoramic views?
- A) Gaiziņkalns
- B) Ērgļu Kalns
- C) Jāņkalns
- D) Ziemelmeži
Answer: A) Gaiziņkalns