MCQs on mountains of Sri Lanka January 8, 2026October 8, 2024 by u930973931_answers 30 min Score: 0 Attempted: 0/30 Subscribe 1. What is the highest mountain in Sri Lanka? (A) Kirigalpotta (B) Pidurutalagala (C) Adam’s Peak (D) Knuckles Mountain Range 2. Which mountain is known for its iconic pyramid shape and is a popular pilgrimage site? (A) Knuckles (B) Batadombalena (C) Adam’s Peak (D) Horton Plains 3. In which mountain range is the highest peak of Sri Lanka located? (A) Central Highlands (B) Knuckles Mountain Range (C) Southern Highlands (D) Western Ghats 4. What is the second highest mountain in Sri Lanka? (A) Kirigalpotta (B) Pidurutalagala (C) Adam’s Peak (D) Thotupola Kanda 5. Which mountain range is known for its biodiversity and unique ecosystems? (A) Knuckles (B) Both A and B (C) Southern Highlands (D) Central Highlands 6. What is the popular name for the range that includes the peaks of Pidurutalagala and Kirigalpotta? (A) Knuckles Range (B) Eastern Range (C) Southern Range (D) Central Highlands 7. Which mountain is also known as “Sri Pada”? (A) Pidurutalagala (B) Adam’s Peak (C) Knuckles (D) Batadombalena 8. What is the primary vegetation found in the mountainous regions of Sri Lanka? (A) Alpine vegetation (B) Deciduous forest (C) Tropical rainforest (D) Grasslands 9. Which peak is known for its scenic views and trekking opportunities? (A) Pidurutalagala (B) Both B and C (C) Kirigalpotta (D) Knuckles 10. In which province is the Knuckles Mountain Range located? (A) Western Province (B) Central Province (C) Southern Province (D) Northern Province 11. Which mountain in Sri Lanka is famous for its tea plantations? (A) Adam’s Peak (B) Nuwara Eliya (C) Pidurutalagala (D) Knuckles 12. What is the main river originating from the Central Highlands? (A) Kelani River (B) Mahaweli River (C) Gin River (D) Walawe River 13. Which national park is located near the Knuckles Mountain Range? (A) Udawalawe National Park (B) Yala National Park (C) Wilpattu National Park (D) Horton Plains National Park 14. What is the elevation of Pidurutalagala? (A) 2,524 meters (B) 2,500 meters (C) 2,485 meters (D) 2,563 meters 15. Which mountain is part of the southernmost region of Sri Lanka? (A) Thotupola Kanda (B) Adams Peak (C) Kirigalpotta (D) Elle Kanda 16. Which of the following is a popular trekking destination in Sri Lanka? (A) Both A and B (B) Ella (C) Sigiriya (D) Nuwara Eliya 17. Which peak is also known as the “Himalayas of Sri Lanka”? (A) Kirigalpotta (B) Pidurutalagala (C) Adams Peak (D) Knuckles 18. Which mountain in Sri Lanka is known for its biodiversity hotspots? (A) Knuckles (B) Pidurutalagala (C) Adams Peak (D) Both A and B 19. What is the main climate type of the mountains in Sri Lanka? (A) Tropical (B) Temperate (C) Subtropical (D) Desert 20. Which mountain is known for its steep trails and scenic views? (A) Pidurutalagala (B) Kirigalpotta (C) Adams Peak (D) All of the above 21. What is the significance of Adam’s Peak in different religions? (A) It is a Christian pilgrimage site. (B) It is a Buddhist holy site. (C) All of the above (D) It is considered sacred by Muslims. 22. Which mountain range is a UNESCO World Heritage Site? (A) Knuckles Mountain Range (B) Both A and B (C) Central Highlands (D) None of the above 23. What is the primary economic activity in the mountainous regions of Sri Lanka? (A) Agriculture (B) Fishing (C) Mining (D) Tourism 24. Which mountain is famous for its rich flora and fauna? (A) Pidurutalagala (B) Adams Peak (C) Kirigalpotta (D) Knuckles 25. What is the average temperature in the mountainous regions of Sri Lanka? (A) 25-30°C (B) 10-15°C (C) 20-25°C (D) 15-20°C 26. Which mountain in Sri Lanka is known for its breathtaking sunrise views? (A) Adams Peak (B) Pidurutalagala (C) Knuckles (D) Both A and C 27. What unique feature is found in the Knuckles Mountain Range? (A) Tea plantations (B) Glaciers (C) Rich biodiversity (D) Desert landscapes 28. Which mountain is famous for its tea estates and cool climate? (A) Adams Peak (B) Pidurutalagala (C) Nuwara Eliya (D) Kirigalpotta 29. What type of wildlife is commonly found in the mountainous regions of Sri Lanka? (A) Elephants (B) Leopards (C) All of the above (D) Birds 30. Which national park is known for its stunning landscapes and wildlife in the mountains? (A) Wilpattu National Park (B) Yala National Park (C) Udawalawe National Park (D) Horton Plains National Park