- What is the highest peak in Rwanda?
- A) Mount Nyiragongo
- B) Mount Karisimbi
- C) Mount Muhabura
- D) Mount Sabyinyo Answer: B) Mount Karisimbi
- Which mountain range is located in the northwest region of Rwanda?
- A) Virunga Mountains
- B) Andes Mountains
- C) Appalachian Mountains
- D) Rocky Mountains Answer: A) Virunga Mountains
- What is the elevation of Mount Karisimbi?
- A) 4,507 meters
- B) 4,507 feet
- C) 4,200 meters
- D) 3,500 meters Answer: A) 4,507 meters
- Which mountain is known as the “crown of the Virunga”?
- A) Mount Nyiragongo
- B) Mount Karisimbi
- C) Mount Mikeno
- D) Mount Sabyinyo Answer: B) Mount Karisimbi
- What is the primary feature of the Virunga Mountains?
- A) Active volcanoes
- B) Snow-capped peaks
- C) Desert landscapes
- D) Grasslands Answer: A) Active volcanoes
- Which mountain is the second highest in Rwanda?
- A) Mount Sabyinyo
- B) Mount Muhabura
- C) Mount Karisimbi
- D) Mount Nyiragongo Answer: B) Mount Muhabura
- Which mountain range is home to the endangered mountain gorillas?
- A) Appalachian Mountains
- B) Virunga Mountains
- C) Rocky Mountains
- D) Andes Mountains Answer: B) Virunga Mountains
- What type of climate is typically found in the mountainous regions of Rwanda?
- A) Tropical
- B) Temperate
- C) Desert
- D) Tundra Answer: B) Temperate
- Which of the following mountains is located on the border between Rwanda and Uganda?
- A) Mount Karisimbi
- B) Mount Sabyinyo
- C) Mount Nyiragongo
- D) Mount Mikeno Answer: B) Mount Sabyinyo
- What is the significance of the Virunga Mountains for conservation?
- A) They are known for oil reserves.
- B) They host diverse wildlife, including gorillas.
- C) They are major agricultural areas.
- D) They are tourist-free zones. Answer: B) They host diverse wildlife, including gorillas.
- Which mountain in Rwanda is an active volcano?
- A) Mount Karisimbi
- B) Mount Nyiragongo
- C) Mount Sabyinyo
- D) Mount Muhabura Answer: B) Mount Nyiragongo
- What is the main agricultural product grown in the mountainous regions of Rwanda?
- A) Coffee
- B) Rice
- C) Cotton
- D) Wheat Answer: A) Coffee
- Which national park protects the mountain gorillas in Rwanda?
- A) Akagera National Park
- B) Volcanoes National Park
- C) Nyungwe Forest National Park
- D) Gishwati-Mukura National Park Answer: B) Volcanoes National Park
- What is the local name for the Virunga Mountains in Kinyarwanda?
- A) Ibiyaga
- B) Amayaga
- C) Imisozi
- D) Ibiheko Answer: C) Imisozi
- Which of the following is a feature of Mount Nyiragongo?
- A) It has the largest lava lake in the world.
- B) It is the highest peak in Rwanda.
- C) It is located in the Sahara Desert.
- D) It is a dormant volcano. Answer: A) It has the largest lava lake in the world.
- What is the name of the trail that leads to the summit of Mount Karisimbi?
- A) Karisimbi Trail
- B) Sabyinyo Trail
- C) Muhabura Trail
- D) Nyiragongo Trail Answer: A) Karisimbi Trail
- Which mountain in Rwanda is known for its unique flora and fauna?
- A) Mount Karisimbi
- B) Mount Muhabura
- C) Mount Sabyinyo
- D) All of the above Answer: D) All of the above
- What type of soil is predominant in the mountainous regions of Rwanda?
- A) Sandy soil
- B) Clay soil
- C) Volcanic soil
- D) Peat soil Answer: C) Volcanic soil
- Which mountain is known for its scenic views and hiking opportunities?
- A) Mount Karisimbi
- B) Mount Kinyinya
- C) Mount Ngeruka
- D) Mount Jali Answer: A) Mount Karisimbi
- Which mountain in Rwanda is part of the Volcanoes National Park?
- A) Mount Meru
- B) Mount Nyiragongo
- C) Mount Muhabura
- D) Mount Toubkal Answer: C) Mount Muhabura
- What is the primary reason for the popularity of the Virunga Mountains among tourists?
- A) Rich cultural heritage
- B) Beach resorts
- C) Wildlife safaris
- D) Gorilla trekking Answer: D) Gorilla trekking
- Which peak is considered the oldest in the Virunga Mountains?
- A) Mount Karisimbi
- B) Mount Muhabura
- C) Mount Sabyinyo
- D) Mount Nyiragongo Answer: C) Mount Sabyinyo
- Which mountain range is part of the East African Rift?
- A) Himalayas
- B) Virunga Mountains
- C) Andes Mountains
- D) Rocky Mountains Answer: B) Virunga Mountains
- What is the primary source of water for the mountainous regions of Rwanda?
- A) Lakes
- B) Rivers
- C) Glaciers
- D) Rainfall Answer: D) Rainfall
- Which mountain is known for its challenging climbing routes?
- A) Mount Karisimbi
- B) Mount Sabyinyo
- C) Mount Nyiragongo
- D) All of the above Answer: D) All of the above
- Which mountain has the most diverse range of ecosystems in Rwanda?
- A) Mount Karisimbi
- B) Mount Nyiragongo
- C) Mount Sabyinyo
- D) Mount Muhabura Answer: A) Mount Karisimbi
- What is the primary economic activity in the mountainous regions of Rwanda?
- A) Mining
- B) Agriculture
- C) Tourism
- D) Manufacturing Answer: B) Agriculture
- Which peak is known for its twin summits?
- A) Mount Karisimbi
- B) Mount Sabyinyo
- C) Mount Muhabura
- D) Mount Nyiragongo Answer: B) Mount Sabyinyo
- What type of wildlife is commonly found in the Virunga Mountains?
- A) Elephants
- B) Mountain gorillas
- C) Lions
- D) Hippos Answer: B) Mountain gorillas
- Which mountain in Rwanda is famous for its breathtaking sunrises?
- A) Mount Nyiragongo
- B) Mount Karisimbi
- C) Mount Sabyinyo
- D) Mount Muhabura Answer: B) Mount Karisimbi