MCQs on rivers of Central African Republic

  1. Which river is the longest in the Central African Republic?
    • A) Oubangui River
    • B) Ubangi River
    • C) Sangha River
    • D) Gribingui River
  2. The Oubangui River forms part of the border between the Central African Republic and which country?
    • A) Democratic Republic of the Congo
    • B) Cameroon
    • C) Chad
    • D) South Sudan
  3. Which river is a major tributary of the Congo River?
    • A) Oubangui River
    • B) Sangha River
    • C) Mambéré River
    • D) Gribingui River
  4. What is the primary use of rivers in the Central African Republic?
    • A) Industry
    • B) Mining
    • C) Transportation
    • D) Recreation
  5. Which river is known for its rich biodiversity and wildlife?
    • A) Sangha River
    • B) Mambéré River
    • C) Oubangui River
    • D) Lobaye River
  6. The Sangha River flows into which larger river system?
    • A) Oubangui River
    • B) Congo River
    • C) Chari River
    • D) Mbomou River
  7. What is the main environmental challenge facing rivers in the Central African Republic?
    • A) Deforestation
    • B) Flooding
    • C) Pollution
    • D) Erosion
  8. Which river is essential for local fishing communities?
    • A) Mambéré River
    • B) Lobaye River
    • C) Oubangui River
    • D) Sangha River
  9. Which river is primarily used for hydroelectric power in the Central African Republic?
    • A) Sangha River
    • B) Oubangui River
    • C) Mambéré River
    • D) Gribingui River
  10. The Mambéré River is a tributary of which river?
    • A) Sangha River
    • B) Oubangui River
    • C) Congo River
    • D) Mbomou River
  11. Which river runs through the capital city, Bangui?
    • A) Sangha River
    • B) Oubangui River
    • C) Lobaye River
    • D) Gribingui River
  12. Which river is known for its scenic landscapes and waterfalls?
    • A) Lobaye River
    • B) Mambéré River
    • C) Sangha River
    • D) Oubangui River
  13. What is the main tributary of the Oubangui River?
    • A) Gribingui River
    • B) Mambéré River
    • C) Lobaye River
    • D) Sangha River
  14. Which river is crucial for trade between the Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
    • A) Oubangui River
    • B) Sangha River
    • C) Mambéré River
    • D) Lobaye River
  15. What type of ecosystem is primarily found along the Oubangui River?
    • A) Desert
    • B) Wetlands
    • C) Urban areas
    • D) Grasslands
  16. Which river is important for agricultural irrigation in the Central African Republic?
    • A) Sangha River
    • B) Lobaye River
    • C) Mambéré River
    • D) Oubangui River
  17. What is a major characteristic of the Sangha River?
    • A) High pollution levels
    • B) Rich biodiversity
    • C) Low water levels
    • D) Urban development
  18. Which river is part of the Lobaye region in the Central African Republic?
    • A) Lobaye River
    • B) Oubangui River
    • C) Sangha River
    • D) Gribingui River
  19. Which river serves as a source of water for many rural communities?
    • A) Mambéré River
    • B) Sangha River
    • C) Oubangui River
    • D) Lobaye River
  20. Which river is often affected by seasonal flooding?
    • A) Lobaye River
    • B) Gribingui River
    • C) Oubangui River
    • D) Sangha River
  21. What is the primary characteristic of the Gribingui River?
    • A) High biodiversity
    • B) Seasonal variability
    • C) Hydroelectric power potential
    • D) Urban settlements
  22. Which river is known for traditional fishing techniques used by local communities?
    • A) Mambéré River
    • B) Oubangui River
    • C) Sangha River
    • D) Lobaye River
  23. The Lobaye River is significant for what reason?
    • A) Industrial use
    • B) Ecotourism
    • C) Shipping
    • D) Urban development
  24. Which river is crucial for wildlife conservation efforts?
    • A) Sangha River
    • B) Gribingui River
    • C) Oubangui River
    • D) Mambéré River
  25. What is the major concern regarding the Oubangui River?
    • A) Deforestation
    • B) Water pollution
    • C) Overfishing
    • D) Low water levels
  26. Which river flows through the rainforest regions of the Central African Republic?
    • A) Oubangui River
    • B) Sangha River
    • C) Lobaye River
    • D) Gribingui River
  27. Which river is vital for maintaining the livelihoods of Indigenous communities?
    • A) Mambéré River
    • B) Lobaye River
    • C) Oubangui River
    • D) Sangha River
  28. What type of wildlife is commonly found along the banks of the Sangha River?
    • A) Elephants
    • B) Camels
    • C) Polar bears
    • D) Penguins
  29. Which river is associated with significant cultural heritage in the Central African Republic?
    • A) Oubangui River
    • B) Sangha River
    • C) Mambéré River
    • D) Lobaye River
  30. The Mambéré River is known for which major environmental feature?
    • A) Deforestation
    • B) Urban areas
    • C) Natural springs
    • D) Industrial pollution

 

River Name Length (km) Major Features Drainage Basin Notable Locations
Oubangui River 1,120 Forms part of the border with the DRC; vital for transportation Congo River Basin Bangui, Zongo
Sangha River 600 Known for rich biodiversity; important for local fishing communities Congo River Basin Lobaye Region
Mambéré River 400 A tributary of the Oubangui; important for agriculture Congo River Basin Mambéré-Kadeï
Gribingui River 200 Flows into the Oubangui; subject to seasonal changes Congo River Basin Bouar
Lobaye River 200 Flows through rainforest areas; vital for local ecosystems Congo River Basin Lobaye Region
Mbomou River 400 Forms part of the border with South Sudan; important for local transport Congo River Basin Bangassou
Kotto River 300 Flows through the central region; important for local communities Congo River Basin Kotto, Ippy
Bimbo River 150 Flows near Bangui; essential for fishing and local irrigation Congo River Basin Bimbo, near Bangui

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