MCQs on mountains of Rwanda

  • 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

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