- What is the highest mountain in Sri Lanka?
- A) Pidurutalagala
- B) Kirigalpotta
- C) Adam’s Peak
- D) Knuckles Mountain Range
Answer: A) Pidurutalagala
- Which mountain is known for its iconic pyramid shape and is a popular pilgrimage site?
- A) Knuckles
- B) Adam’s Peak
- C) Batadombalena
- D) Horton Plains
Answer: B) Adam’s Peak
- 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
Answer: A) Central Highlands
- What is the second highest mountain in Sri Lanka?
- A) Kirigalpotta
- B) Pidurutalagala
- C) Adams Peak
- D) Thotupola Kanda
Answer: A) Kirigalpotta
- Which mountain range is known for its biodiversity and unique ecosystems?
- A) Knuckles
- B) Central Highlands
- C) Southern Highlands
- D) Both A and B
Answer: D) Both A and B
- What is the popular name for the range that includes the peaks of Pidurutalagala and Kirigalpotta?
- A) Knuckles Range
- B) Central Highlands
- C) Southern Range
- D) Eastern Range
Answer: B) Central Highlands
- Which mountain is also known as “Sri Pada”?
- A) Adam’s Peak
- B) Pidurutalagala
- C) Knuckles
- D) Batadombalena
Answer: A) Adam’s Peak
- What is the primary vegetation found in the mountainous regions of Sri Lanka?
- A) Tropical rainforest
- B) Deciduous forest
- C) Alpine vegetation
- D) Grasslands
Answer: A) Tropical rainforest
- Which peak is known for its scenic views and trekking opportunities?
- A) Pidurutalagala
- B) Knuckles
- C) Kirigalpotta
- D) Both B and C
Answer: D) Both B and C
- In which province is the Knuckles Mountain Range located?
- A) Western Province
- B) Central Province
- C) Southern Province
- D) Northern Province
Answer: B) Central Province
- Which mountain in Sri Lanka is famous for its tea plantations?
- A) Adam’s Peak
- B) Pidurutalagala
- C) Nuwara Eliya
- D) Knuckles
Answer: C) Nuwara Eliya
- What is the main river originating from the Central Highlands?
- A) Mahaweli River
- B) Kelani River
- C) Gin River
- D) Walawe River
Answer: A) Mahaweli River
- Which national park is located near the Knuckles Mountain Range?
- A) Horton Plains National Park
- B) Yala National Park
- C) Wilpattu National Park
- D) Udawalawe National Park
Answer: A) Horton Plains National Park
- What is the elevation of Pidurutalagala?
- A) 2,524 meters
- B) 2,563 meters
- C) 2,485 meters
- D) 2,500 meters
Answer: B) 2,563 meters
- Which mountain is part of the southernmost region of Sri Lanka?
- A) Adams Peak
- B) Thotupola Kanda
- C) Kirigalpotta
- D) Elle Kanda
Answer: B) Thotupola Kanda
- Which of the following is a popular trekking destination in Sri Lanka?
- A) Nuwara Eliya
- B) Ella
- C) Sigiriya
- D) Both A and B
Answer: D) Both A and B
- Which peak is also known as the “Himalayas of Sri Lanka”?
- A) Knuckles
- B) Pidurutalagala
- C) Adams Peak
- D) Kirigalpotta
Answer: A) Knuckles
- Which mountain in Sri Lanka is known for its biodiversity hotspots?
- A) Knuckles
- B) Pidurutalagala
- C) Adams Peak
- D) Both A and B
Answer: D) Both A and B
- What is the main climate type of the mountains in Sri Lanka?
- A) Tropical
- B) Temperate
- C) Subtropical
- D) Desert
Answer: A) Tropical
- Which mountain is known for its steep trails and scenic views?
- A) Pidurutalagala
- B) Kirigalpotta
- C) Adams Peak
- D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
- 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) It is considered sacred by Muslims.
- D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
- Which mountain range is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
- A) Knuckles Mountain Range
- B) Central Highlands
- C) Both A and B
- D) None of the above
Answer: C) Both A and B
- What is the primary economic activity in the mountainous regions of Sri Lanka?
- A) Agriculture
- B) Tourism
- C) Mining
- D) Fishing
Answer: B) Tourism
- Which mountain is famous for its rich flora and fauna?
- A) Pidurutalagala
- B) Knuckles
- C) Kirigalpotta
- D) Adams Peak
Answer: B) Knuckles
- What is the average temperature in the mountainous regions of Sri Lanka?
- A) 15-20°C
- B) 10-15°C
- C) 20-25°C
- D) 25-30°C
Answer: A) 15-20°C
- Which mountain in Sri Lanka is known for its breathtaking sunrise views?
- A) Knuckles
- B) Pidurutalagala
- C) Adams Peak
- D) Both A and C
Answer: C) Adams Peak
- What unique feature is found in the Knuckles Mountain Range?
- A) Tea plantations
- B) Glaciers
- C) Rich biodiversity
- D) Desert landscapes
Answer: C) Rich biodiversity
- Which mountain is famous for its tea estates and cool climate?
- A) Adams Peak
- B) Pidurutalagala
- C) Nuwara Eliya
- D) Kirigalpotta
Answer: C) Nuwara Eliya
- What type of wildlife is commonly found in the mountainous regions of Sri Lanka?
- A) Elephants
- B) Leopards
- C) Birds
- D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
- Which national park is known for its stunning landscapes and wildlife in the mountains?
- A) Horton Plains National Park
- B) Yala National Park
- C) Udawalawe National Park
- D) Wilpattu National Park
Answer: A) Horton Plains National Park