MCQs on mountains of Oman January 8, 2026October 8, 2024 by u930973931_answers 30 min Score: 0 Attempted: 0/30 Subscribe 1. What is the highest mountain in Oman? (A) Jebel Akhdar (B) Jebel Shams (C) Jebel Samhan (D) Jebel Kawr 2. Jebel Shams is often referred to as what? (A) The Green Mountain (B) The Mountain of the Sun (C) The Grand Canyon of Oman (D) The Mountain of the Clouds 3. Which mountain range is known as the “Green Mountain” of Oman? (A) Al Hajar Mountains (B) Al Jabal Al Qamar (C) Al Jabal Al Akhdar (D) Al Hajar Al Gharbi 4. What is the elevation of Jebel Shams? (A) 2,800 meters (B) 3,200 meters (C) 3,000 meters (D) 3,500 meters 5. Which of the following is a popular trekking route in the Al Hajar Mountains? (A) The Jebel Akhdar Trail (B) The Wadi Shab Trail (C) The Wadi Bani Awf Trail (D) The Wadi Ghul Trail 6. What is a significant geological feature of Jebel Akhdar? (A) Volcanic craters (B) Sand dunes (C) Limestone formations (D) Marble cliffs 7. Which mountain in Oman is famous for its terraced farms? (A) Jebel Shams (B) Jebel Akhdar (C) Jebel Samhan (D) Jebel Kawr 8. Which of the following is the second highest peak in Oman? (A) Jebel Samhan (B) Jebel Akhdar (C) Jebel Shams (D) Jebel Kawr 9. Jebel Samhan is located in which part of Oman? (A) Northern Oman (B) Western Oman (C) Eastern Oman (D) Southern Oman 10. What is the primary rock type found in the Al Hajar Mountains? (A) Sandstone (B) Basalt (C) Granite (D) Limestone 11. What is the name of the valley known for its stunning views and high cliffs near Jebel Shams? (A) Wadi Shab (B) Wadi Ghul (C) Wadi Bani Awf (D) Wadi Nakhr 12. Which mountain range separates the coastal region of Oman from the interior? (A) Al Jabal Al Akhdar (B) Al Hajar Mountains (C) Al Hajar Al Gharbi (D) Al Jabal Al Qamar 13. Which of the following is a popular destination for rock climbing in Oman? (A) Jebel Akhdar (B) Wadi Shab (C) Wadi Ghul (D) Jebel Shams 14. What is the main climate feature of the mountains in Oman? (A) Tropical (B) Arid and semi-arid (C) Mediterranean (D) Continental 15. Jebel Akhdar is part of which larger mountain range? (A) Al Hajar Mountains (B) Al Rub’ al Khali (C) The Zagros Mountains (D) The Himalayas 16. Which mountain area is known for its biodiversity and rare plant species in Oman? (A) Jebel Shams (B) Jebel Samhan (C) Jebel Akhdar (D) Jebel Kawr 17. What type of terrain is commonly found in the mountains of Oman? (A) Sandy deserts (B) Swampy wetlands (C) Flat plains (D) Rocky cliffs and plateaus 18. Which mountain in Oman is known for its deep gorges and impressive canyons? (A) Jebel Shams (B) Jebel Kawr (C) Jebel Samhan (D) Jebel Akhdar 19. The landscape of Jebel Akhdar is primarily characterized by which of the following? (A) Grasslands (B) Agricultural terraces (C) Date palm plantations (D) Pine forests 20. Which peak is known for its views over the Nizwa valley? (A) Jebel Shams (B) Jebel Akhdar (C) Jebel Kawr (D) Jebel Samhan 21. Which mountain is often referred to as the “Grand Canyon of Oman”? (A) Jebel Shams (B) Jebel Akhdar (C) Wadi Bani Awf (D) Wadi Nakhr 22. What is the primary economic activity in the mountains of Oman? (A) Mining (B) Tourism (C) Agriculture (D) Fishing 23. Which of the following is a popular hiking trail in the mountains of Oman? (A) The Nizwa Trail (B) The Jebel Shams Loop (C) The Al Hajar Trail (D) The Muscat Trail 24. What is the unique feature of the flora found in Jebel Akhdar? (A) Wild lavender and pomegranate trees (B) Rare orchids (C) Tropical plants (D) Cacti 25. The Jebel Samhan Nature Reserve is known for protecting which type of wildlife? (A) Desert foxes (B) Arabian leopards (C) Oryx (D) Hyenas 26. What is the name of the famous deep gorge located near Jebel Shams? (A) Wadi Shab (B) Wadi Ghul (C) Wadi Hatta (D) Wadi Bani Awf 27. What natural phenomenon can often be seen in the mountain ranges of Oman during winter? (A) Wildflowers (B) Rainbows (C) Snow (D) Fog 28. Which mountain in Oman is known for its historical significance and ancient ruins? (A) Jebel Shams (B) Jebel Akhdar (C) Jebel Samhan (D) Jebel Kawr 29. The Al Hajar Mountains extend into which neighboring country? (A) Saudi Arabia (B) UAE (C) Yemen (D) Qatar 30. What is the main access route to the Jebel Akhdar area? (A) By road (B) By train (C) By helicopter (D) By boat