MCQs on mountains of Sao Tome and Principe

What is the highest peak in São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Pico de São Tomé
- B) Pico de Principe
- C) Mount Aço
- D) Mount Moca
  Answer: A) Pico de São Tomé
What is the elevation of Pico de São Tomé?
- A) 1,200 meters
- B) 1,400 meters
- C) 2,024 meters
- D) 2,500 meters
  Answer: C) 2,024 meters
Which island is home to the highest mountain in São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Príncipe
- B) São Tomé
- C) Rolas
- D) Bom Bom
  Answer: B) São Tomé
What type of geological formation is prevalent in São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Volcanic mountains
- B) Fold mountains
- C) Fault-block mountains
- D) Residual mountains
  Answer: A) Volcanic mountains
Which of the following is a notable feature of Pico de São Tomé?
- A) A crater lake
- B) A historical fortress
- C) A botanical garden
- D) A glacier
  Answer: A) A crater lake
What is the primary climate type in the mountainous regions of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Desert
- B) Tropical rainforest
- C) Mediterranean
- D) Tundra
  Answer: B) Tropical rainforest
Which mountain range is found on São Tomé Island?
- A) The Andes
- B) The Sierra Nevada
- C) The Central Mountain Range
- D) The Akwapim Range
  Answer: C) The Central Mountain Range
What kind of biodiversity is found in the mountainous areas of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Endemic species
- B) Invasive species
- C) Only mammal species
- D) No biodiversity
  Answer: A) Endemic species
Which of the following activities is popular in the mountainous regions of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Skiing
- B) Hiking
- C) Snowboarding
- D) Rock climbing
  Answer: B) Hiking
What is the primary economic activity in the mountainous regions of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Tourism
- B) Agriculture
- C) Mining
- D) Fishing
  Answer: B) Agriculture
What type of crops are commonly grown in the mountains of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Wheat and barley
- B) Coffee and cocoa
- C) Rice and maize
- D) Cotton and tobacco
  Answer: B) Coffee and cocoa
Which mountain is located on Príncipe Island?
- A) Mount Aço
- B) Pico de Príncipe
- C) Mount Moca
- D) Pico de São Tomé
  Answer: B) Pico de Príncipe
What is the approximate height of Pico de Príncipe?
- A) 300 meters
- B) 600 meters
- C) 948 meters
- D) 1,200 meters
  Answer: C) 948 meters
Which of the following is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Pico de São Tomé
- B) The Obo National Park
- C) Mount Aço
- D) The City of São Tomé
  Answer: B) The Obo National Park
What is the main tourist attraction in the mountainous areas of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Waterfalls
- B) Beaches
- C) Historical sites
- D) Volcanoes
  Answer: A) Waterfalls
Which of the following statements is true about São Tomé and Príncipe’s mountains?
- A) They are part of a volcanic archipelago.
- B) They are the highest mountains in Africa.
- C) They are primarily composed of sedimentary rock.
- D) They have no unique flora or fauna.
  Answer: A) They are part of a volcanic archipelago.
What wildlife can be found in the mountains of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Polar bears
- B) Endemic birds
- C) Kangaroos
- D) Arctic foxes
  Answer: B) Endemic birds
What is the significance of the Obo National Park?
- A) It is a historical site.
- B) It protects biodiversity.
- C) It is a popular skiing destination.
- D) It has no significance.
  Answer: B) It protects biodiversity.
What is the predominant type of forest found in the mountainous regions of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Deciduous forest
- B) Tropical rainforest
- C) Boreal forest
- D) Coniferous forest
  Answer: B) Tropical rainforest
Which fruit is commonly found in the mountainous regions of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Apples
- B) Bananas
- C) Grapes
- D) Kiwis
  Answer: B) Bananas
What is the most significant environmental threat to the mountains of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Deforestation
- B) Urbanization
- C) Mining
- D) Tourism
  Answer: A) Deforestation
Which mountain in São Tomé and Príncipe is famous for its panoramic views?
- A) Pico de Príncipe
- B) Mount Aço
- C) Mount Moca
- D) Pico de São Tomé
  Answer: D) Pico de São Tomé
What type of hiking trails can be found in São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Well-maintained paths
- B) Only guided trails
- C) Urban pathways
- D) Non-existent
  Answer: A) Well-maintained paths
What is the average annual rainfall in the mountainous regions of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) 500 mm
- B) 1,500 mm
- C) 3,000 mm
- D) 4,000 mm
  Answer: C) 3,000 mm
Which historical event is associated with the mountains of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Discovery by Europeans
- B) Independence movement
- C) World War II
- D) Civil rights movement
  Answer: A) Discovery by Europeans
Which type of tourism is promoted in the mountains of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Adventure tourism
- B) Medical tourism
- C) Cultural tourism
- D) Eco-tourism
  Answer: D) Eco-tourism
What is a common mode of transport to access the mountainous regions?
- A) Cable cars
- B) Helicopters
- C) Hiking
- D) Trains
  Answer: C) Hiking
What unique geological feature can be found in the mountains of São Tomé?
- A) Caves
- B) Hot springs
- C) Lava tubes
- D) All of the above
  Answer: D) All of the above
Which of the following best describes the soil in the mountainous areas of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Sandy and dry
- B) Fertile and rich
- C) Rocky and infertile
- D) Clay-like
  Answer: B) Fertile and rich
What cultural aspect is reflected in the mountainous regions of São Tomé and Príncipe?
- A) Traditional music and dance
- B) Modern architecture
- C) Industrial developments
- D) Urban lifestyle
  Answer: A) Traditional music and dance

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