MCQs on rivers of Cyprus

  1. Which is the longest river in Cyprus?
    • A) Pedieos River
    • B) Dhiarizos River
    • C) Xeros River
    • D) Kouris River
  2. The Pedieos River flows into which major body of water?
    • A) Mediterranean Sea
    • B) Famagusta Bay
    • C) Akrotiri Bay
    • D) Larnaca Bay
  3. Which river is known for its significant dam that supplies water to the region?
    • A) Kouris River
    • B) Dhiarizos River
    • C) Pedieos River
    • D) Xeros River
  4. What is the main source of the Dhiarizos River?
    • A) Troodos Mountains
    • B) Paphos Mountains
    • C) Kyrenia Mountains
    • D) Akamas Peninsula
  5. Which river is often referred to as the “Mother of Rivers” in Cyprus?
    • A) Pedieos River
    • B) Kouris River
    • C) Dhiarizos River
    • D) Xeros River
  6. The Kouris River is primarily located in which part of Cyprus?
    • A) Northern
    • B) Southern
    • C) Eastern
    • D) Western
  7. Which river is known for its scenic beauty and surrounding nature trails?
    • A) Dhiarizos River
    • B) Pedieos River
    • C) Xeros River
    • D) Kouris River
  8. What is a significant ecological concern for rivers in Cyprus?
    • A) Deforestation
    • B) Pollution
    • C) Flooding
    • D) Drought
  9. Which river flows through the capital city, Nicosia?
    • A) Kouris River
    • B) Pedieos River
    • C) Dhiarizos River
    • D) Xeros River
  10. The Xeros River is primarily known for what feature?
    • A) Urban development
    • B) Seasonal flow
    • C) Agricultural use
    • D) Industrial activity
  11. What is the primary use of the rivers in Cyprus?
    • A) Mining
    • B) Irrigation
    • C) Urban development
    • D) Tourism
  12. Which river is notable for its wildlife, particularly birds?
    • A) Pedieos River
    • B) Kouris River
    • C) Dhiarizos River
    • D) Xeros River
  13. Which river is a tributary of the Kouris River?
    • A) Dhiarizos River
    • B) Pedieos River
    • C) Xeros River
    • D) Akrotiri River
  14. The Pedieos River is important for which city?
    • A) Nicosia
    • B) Limassol
    • C) Larnaca
    • D) Paphos
  15. Which river has the largest drainage basin in Cyprus?
    • A) Kouris River
    • B) Dhiarizos River
    • C) Pedieos River
    • D) Xeros River
  16. What is the primary ecological feature of the Dhiarizos River?
    • A) Urban areas
    • B) Natural habitats
    • C) Industrial zones
    • D) Agricultural land
  17. The Kouris River is essential for what economic sector?
    • A) Mining
    • B) Agriculture
    • C) Tourism
    • D) Technology
  18. Which river is associated with the Limassol district?
    • A) Kouris River
    • B) Pedieos River
    • C) Dhiarizos River
    • D) Xeros River
  19. The Xeros River is primarily known for its what?
    • A) Heavy industrial activity
    • B) Seasonal flow and dry bed
    • C) Urban development
    • D) Irrigation
  20. Which river’s basin is a protected area due to its biodiversity?
    • A) Pedieos River
    • B) Dhiarizos River
    • C) Kouris River
    • D) Xeros River
  21. What major threat affects the Kouris River’s ecosystem?
    • A) Pollution
    • B) Urbanization
    • C) Deforestation
    • D) Drought
  22. Which river is significant for its role in traditional agriculture?
    • A) Pedieos River
    • B) Kouris River
    • C) Xeros River
    • D) Dhiarizos River
  23. The Pedieos River is a major source of water for which activity?
    • A) Agriculture
    • B) Urban development
    • C) Mining
    • D) Tourism
  24. Which river is known for its picturesque landscapes and is popular for hiking?
    • A) Dhiarizos River
    • B) Pedieos River
    • C) Kouris River
    • D) Xeros River
  25. The Dhiarizos River flows through which geographical feature?
    • A) Coastal plains
    • B) Mountain ranges
    • C) Urban areas
    • D) Desert lands
  26. Which river has a significant dam that contributes to water supply in the region?
    • A) Kouris River
    • B) Pedieos River
    • C) Xeros River
    • D) Dhiarizos River
  27. What type of fish is commonly found in the rivers of Cyprus?
    • A) Salmon
    • B) Tilapia
    • C) Catfish
    • D) Trout
  28. Which river’s basin supports a wide variety of plant species?
    • A) Pedieos River
    • B) Xeros River
    • C) Kouris River
    • D) Dhiarizos River
  29. What is a common recreational activity associated with the rivers of Cyprus?
    • A) Mining
    • B) Urban development
    • C) Hiking and kayaking
    • D) Fishing
  30. Which river is part of a major watershed in Cyprus?
    • A) Kouris River
    • B) Pedieos River
    • C) Dhiarizos River
    • D) Xeros River

 

River Name Length (km) Region Major Features Notable Locations
Dhiarizos River 90 Western Cyprus Known for its scenic beauty; flows through Paphos Paphos
Kouris River 121 Southern Cyprus Largest river; important for irrigation and water supply Limassol, Kouris Dam
Pedieos River 66 Central Cyprus Flows through Nicosia; key for urban water supply Nicosia
Xeros River 43 Central Cyprus Seasonal river; often dry but significant during rains Famagusta
Kakopetria River 15 Troodos Mountains Flows through mountainous regions; scenic trails Kakopetria
Marathasa River 13 Troodos Mountains Smaller river; important for local ecosystems Kalopanayiotis
Sourouklis River 12 Eastern Cyprus Flows into the Famagusta Bay; known for its wetlands Famagusta
Agios Nikolaos River 20 Western Cyprus Flows near agricultural areas; important for irrigation Polis Chrysochous
Mavroli River 18 Southern Cyprus Known for its historical significance Limassol
Akrotiri River 24 Southwestern Cyprus Flows through Akrotiri Peninsula; ecological importance Akrotiri

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