MCQs on mountains of Portugal January 8, 2026October 8, 2024 by u930973931_answers 29 min Score: 0 Attempted: 0/29 Subscribe 1. What is the highest mountain in Portugal? (A) Serra da Estrela (B) Serra de Sintra (C) Serra do Gerês (D) Serra de Monchique 2. What is the elevation of Serra da Estrela, the highest peak in Portugal? (A) 1,500 meters (B) 1,850 meters (C) 1,993 meters (D) 2,000 meters 3. Which mountain range is located in northern Portugal and is known for its scenic landscapes? (A) Serra do Gerês (B) Serra da Estrela (C) Serra de Sintra (D) Serra de Monchique 4. Which mountain is famous for its granite cliffs and hiking trails in Portugal? (A) Serra de Sintra (B) Serra da Estrela (C) Serra de Monchique (D) Serra do Gerês 5. What is the main national park located in the Peneda-Gerês Mountains? (A) Douro Valley National Park (B) Peneda-Gerês National Park (C) Arrábida Natural Park (D) Serra da Estrela Natural Park 6. Which mountain range is known for its rich biodiversity and is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve? (A) Serra da Estrela (B) Serra de Sintra (C) Serra do Gerês (D) Serra de Monchique 7. What is the name of the highest peak in the Serra de Sintra? (A) Cabo da Roca (B) Colares (C) Serra da Agulha (D) Cruz Alta 8. Which mountain range is located in the Algarve region of Portugal? (A) Serra de Monchique (B) Serra da Estrela (C) Serra do Gerês (D) Serra de Sintra 9. What is the main feature of the Monchique Mountains? (A) Waterfalls (B) Hot springs (C) Caves (D) Glaciers 10. Which mountain is known for its views of the Atlantic Ocean? (A) Serra de Monchique (B) Serra da Estrela (C) Serra do Gerês (D) Serra de Sintra 11. What is the primary rock type found in the Serra da Estrela? (A) Limestone (B) Schist (C) Granite (D) Basalt 12. Which river runs through the Serra da Estrela mountain range? (A) Douro (B) Mondego (C) Tagus (D) Guadiana 13. What is the name of the highest point in the Serra do Gerês? (A) Torre (B) Pico do Arieiro (C) Alto da Serra (D) Pico da Néve 14. Which mountain range is known for its historical castles and palaces? (A) Serra de Monchique (B) Serra de Sintra (C) Serra da Estrela (D) Serra do Gerês 15. What is the name of the highest peak in the Algarve region? (A) Serra de Monchique (B) Monchique (C) Foia (D) Cerro da Vila 16. Which mountain is a popular destination for hiking and paragliding? (A) Serra da Estrela (B) Serra de Monchique (C) Serra do Gerês (D) Serra de Sintra 17. What type of climate is typically found in the Serra da Estrela region? (A) Mediterranean (B) Continental (C) Oceanic (D) Tropical 18. Which mountain is known for its traditional cheese production? (A) Serra da Estrela (B) Serra de Monchique (C) Serra do Gerês (D) Serra de Sintra 19. What is the main economic activity in the Monchique Mountains? (A) Tourism (B) Agriculture (C) Mining (D) Fishing 20. Which mountain range is characterized by its volcanic origins? (A) Serra de Monchique (B) Serra da Estrela (C) Serra do Gerês (D) Serra de Sintra 21. What is the main attraction of the Sintra Mountains? (A) Beaches (B) Vineyards (C) Castles (D) Ski resorts 22. Which mountain is home to the iconic Pena Palace? (A) Serra da Estrela (B) Serra de Sintra (C) Serra de Monchique (D) Serra do Gerês 23. What natural feature is common in the Serra do Gerês? (A) Lakes (B) Deserts (C) Caves (D) Marshlands 24. Which mountain range is known for its wild horses and diverse flora? (A) Serra do Gerês (B) Serra da Estrela (C) Serra de Monchique (D) Serra de Sintra 25. What is the climate like in the Sintra Mountains? (A) Mediterranean (B) Humid (C) Polar (D) Arid 26. Which mountain range is famous for its scenic viewpoints? (A) Serra de Monchique (B) Serra do Gerês (C) Serra da Estrela (D) Serra de Sintra 27. What type of trees are predominantly found in the Serra da Estrela? (A) Pine trees (B) Cork oak trees (C) Deciduous trees (D) Eucalyptus 28. Which peak is known for its natural hot springs? (A) Foia (B) Pico da Néve (C) Cruz Alta (D) Foia da Monchique 29. What is the primary activity for visitors in the Serra da Estrela? (A) Skiing (B) Swimming (C) Fishing (D) Surfing