- What is the longest river in Estonia?
- A) PĂ€rnu River
- B) EmajÔgi River
- C) Narva River
- D) VÔhandu River Answer: B) EmajÔgi River
- Which river flows through the capital city of Tallinn?
- A) PĂ€rnu River
- B) Narva River
- C) EmajÔgi 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) VÔhandu River
- B) EmajÔgi River
- C) PĂ€rnu River
- D) Pedja River Answer: A) VÔhandu River
- What is the main tributary of the EmajÔgi 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) EmajÔgi River
- B) Narva River
- C) PĂ€rnu River
- D) VÔhandu 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) EmajÔgi River
- B) PĂ€rnu River
- C) Narva River
- D) Pedja River Answer: A) EmajÔgi 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) EmajÔgi River
- B) Narva River
- C) PĂ€rnu River
- D) VÔhandu River Answer: A) EmajÔgi 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) EmajÔgi River
- B) PĂ€rnu River
- C) Narva River
- D) VÔhandu River Answer: B) PÀrnu 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) EmajÔgi River
- B) Narva River
- C) PĂ€rnu River
- D) Pedja River Answer: A) EmajÔgi River
- What is the average flow rate of the EmajÔgi 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) EmajÔgi River
- B) PĂ€rnu River
- C) Narva River
- D) VÔhandu River Answer: D) VÔhandu 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) EmajÔgi River
- B) PĂ€rnu River
- C) Narva River
- D) Pedja River Answer: A) EmajÔgi 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) EmajÔgi River
- B) PĂ€rnu River
- C) Pedja River
- D) VÔhandu River Answer: C) Pedja River
- The VÔhandu 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) EmajÔgi River
- C) PĂ€rnu River
- D) VÔhandu River Answer: B) EmajÔgi 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) EmajÔgi River
- C) VÔhandu River
- D) Narva River Answer: C) VÔhandu 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) EmajÔgi River
- D) Pedja River Answer: C) EmajÔgi 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) VÔhandu River
- B) EmajÔgi River
- C) Narva River
- D) PÀrnu River Answer: A) VÔhandu 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. |