MCQs on rivers of Estonia

  • What is the longest river in Estonia?
    • A) PĂ€rnu River
    • B) EmajĂ”gi River
    • C) Narva River
    • D) VĂ”handu River Answer: B) EmajĂ”gi River
  • Which river flows through the capital city of Tallinn?
    • A) PĂ€rnu River
    • B) Narva River
    • C) EmajĂ”gi River
    • D) Keila River Answer: D) Keila River
  • The Narva River forms a natural border between Estonia and which country?
    • A) Latvia
    • B) Lithuania
    • C) Russia
    • D) Finland Answer: C) Russia
  • Which river is known for its scenic landscapes and is popular for kayaking?
    • A) VĂ”handu River
    • B) EmajĂ”gi River
    • C) PĂ€rnu River
    • D) Pedja River Answer: A) VĂ”handu River
  • What is the main tributary of the EmajĂ”gi River?
    • A) PĂŒhajĂ”gi
    • B) Pedja
    • C) Voka
    • D) Kunda Answer: B) Pedja
  • Which river is the largest in terms of discharge in Estonia?
    • A) EmajĂ”gi River
    • B) Narva River
    • C) PĂ€rnu River
    • D) VĂ”handu River Answer: B) Narva River
  • The PĂ€rnu River is known for flowing into which body of water?
    • A) Gulf of Finland
    • B) Baltic Sea
    • C) Gulf of Riga
    • D) Lake Peipus Answer: B) Baltic Sea
  • Which river is associated with the city of Tartu?
    • A) EmajĂ”gi River
    • B) PĂ€rnu River
    • C) Narva River
    • D) Pedja River Answer: A) EmajĂ”gi River
  • What type of fish is commonly found in Estonia’s rivers?
    • A) Salmon
    • B) Catfish
    • C) Trout
    • D) All of the above Answer: D) All of the above
  • Which river has the largest drainage basin in Estonia?
    • A) EmajĂ”gi River
    • B) Narva River
    • C) PĂ€rnu River
    • D) VĂ”handu River Answer: A) EmajĂ”gi River
  • The Keila River is known for its beautiful waterfalls. What is the name of the waterfall?
    • A) JĂ€gala Waterfall
    • B) Keila Waterfall
    • C) Narva Waterfall
    • D) PĂ€rnu Waterfall Answer: B) Keila Waterfall
  • Which river flows through the town of PĂ€rnu?
    • A) EmajĂ”gi River
    • B) PĂ€rnu River
    • C) Narva River
    • D) VĂ”handu River Answer: B) PĂ€rnu River
  • What is the main source of pollution in Estonian rivers?
    • A) Agriculture
    • B) Industry
    • C) Urban runoff
    • D) All of the above Answer: D) All of the above
  • Which river is known for its historical significance and trade routes?
    • A) EmajĂ”gi River
    • B) Narva River
    • C) PĂ€rnu River
    • D) Pedja River Answer: A) EmajĂ”gi River
  • What is the average flow rate of the EmajĂ”gi River?
    • A) 100 mÂł/s
    • B) 50 mÂł/s
    • C) 30 mÂł/s
    • D) 200 mÂł/s Answer: A) 100 mÂł/s
  • Which river is often used for winter activities like ice fishing?
    • A) EmajĂ”gi River
    • B) PĂ€rnu River
    • C) Narva River
    • D) VĂ”handu River Answer: D) VĂ”handu River
  • The Pedja River is primarily known for what activity?
    • A) Boating
    • B) Fishing
    • C) Swimming
    • D) None of the above Answer: B) Fishing
  • Which river is the primary water source for the city of Tartu?
    • A) EmajĂ”gi River
    • B) PĂ€rnu River
    • C) Narva River
    • D) Pedja River Answer: A) EmajĂ”gi River
  • What is the main threat to the rivers in Estonia?
    • A) Deforestation
    • B) Climate change
    • C) Pollution
    • D) Overfishing Answer: C) Pollution
  • Which river is famous for its natural springs?
    • A) EmajĂ”gi River
    • B) PĂ€rnu River
    • C) Pedja River
    • D) VĂ”handu River Answer: C) Pedja River
  • The VĂ”handu River is the longest river in Estonia. How long is it?
    • A) 120 km
    • B) 130 km
    • C) 145 km
    • D) 150 km Answer: C) 145 km
  • Which river has the largest number of tributaries in Estonia?
    • A) Narva River
    • B) EmajĂ”gi River
    • C) PĂ€rnu River
    • D) VĂ”handu River Answer: B) EmajĂ”gi River
  • What is the primary use of the Narva River?
    • A) Irrigation
    • B) Hydroelectric power
    • C) Recreation
    • D) Transportation Answer: B) Hydroelectric power
  • Which river is popular for rafting and canoeing?
    • A) PĂ€rnu River
    • B) EmajĂ”gi River
    • C) VĂ”handu River
    • D) Narva River Answer: C) VĂ”handu River
  • The PĂ€rnu River is significant for which seasonal event?
    • A) Fishing season
    • B) Flooding season
    • C) Winter sports
    • D) Spring thaw Answer: B) Flooding season
  • Which river is a popular spot for birdwatching in Estonia?
    • A) Narva River
    • B) PĂ€rnu River
    • C) EmajĂ”gi River
    • D) Pedja River Answer: C) EmajĂ”gi River
  • The Keila River is located near which Estonian city?
    • A) Tartu
    • B) Tallinn
    • C) PĂ€rnu
    • D) Narva Answer: B) Tallinn
  • What is a common environmental issue affecting Estonian rivers?
    • A) Overfishing
    • B) Habitat destruction
    • C) Pollution
    • D) All of the above Answer: D) All of the above
  • Which river’s watershed includes a national park?
    • A) VĂ”handu River
    • B) EmajĂ”gi River
    • C) Narva River
    • D) PĂ€rnu River Answer: A) VĂ”handu River
  • What is the primary characteristic of the PĂ€rnu River’s flow?
    • A) Constant flow
    • B) Seasonal variations
    • C) Rapid currents
    • D) Low flow Answer: B) Seasonal variations
 
River Name Length (approx.) Region Significance
EmajÔgi River 100 km Southern Estonia The longest river in Estonia; flows through Tartu and into Lake VÔrtsjÀrv.
Narva River 77 km Northeastern Estonia Forms a natural border with Russia; important for hydroelectric power.
PĂ€rnu River 144 km Southwestern Estonia Flows into the Gulf of Riga; significant for agriculture and tourism.
VÔhandu River 145 km Southeastern Estonia Known for its scenic views; popular for kayaking and canoeing.
Pedja River 115 km Central Estonia Important for fishing and agriculture; has several tributaries.
Keila River 70 km Northern Estonia Flows near Tallinn; known for the Keila Waterfall.
JĂ€gala River 50 km Northern Estonia Features the JĂ€gala Waterfall, the highest in Estonia.
Aavo River 60 km Central Estonia Lesser-known river, important for local ecosystems.

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