- What is the longest river in Latvia?
- A) Lielupe
- B) Daugava
- C) Gauja
- D) Venta
- Which river flows through the capital city, Riga?
- A) Gauja
- B) Daugava
- C) Lielupe
- D) Venta
- The Gauja River is famous for which national park?
- A) Kemeri National Park
- B) Gauja National Park
- C) Slītere National Park
- D) Ķemeri National Park
- Which river is known for its picturesque valleys and sandstone cliffs?
- A) Lielupe
- B) Gauja
- C) Daugava
- D) Venta
- What is the primary use of the Daugava River?
- A) Hydroelectric power generation
- B) Transportation
- C) Fishing
- D) Agriculture
- Which river forms part of the border between Latvia and Estonia?
- A) Venta
- B) Gauja
- C) Daugava
- D) Lielupe
- What is the name of the largest tributary of the Daugava River?
- A) Gauja
- B) Venta
- C) Lielupe
- D) Rēzekne
- Which river is important for its biodiversity and fish populations?
- A) Venta
- B) Daugava
- C) Gauja
- D) Lielupe
- What is the primary concern regarding water quality in Latvian rivers?
- A) Overfishing
- B) Pollution
- C) Invasive species
- D) Drought
- The Lielupe River flows into which body of water?
- A) Baltic Sea
- B) Gulf of Riga
- C) Daugava
- D) Venta
- Which river is known for its rich cultural history and folklore?
- A) Venta
- B) Daugava
- C) Lielupe
- D) Gauja
- What type of fish is commonly found in the Daugava River?
- A) Salmon
- B) Pike
- C) Catfish
- D) Trout
- Which river is a popular destination for canoeing and kayaking?
- A) Venta
- B) Gauja
- C) Lielupe
- D) Daugava
- The Venta River is known for which natural feature?
- A) Waterfalls
- B) The Venta Rapid
- C) Sandbanks
- D) Gorges
- Which river has a dam that generates hydroelectric power?
- A) Gauja
- B) Venta
- C) Daugava
- D) Lielupe
- What is the primary challenge facing rivers in Latvia?
- A) Flooding
- B) Pollution and habitat loss
- C) Invasive species
- D) Deforestation
- Which river basin covers a large part of central Latvia?
- A) Venta
- B) Daugava
- C) Gauja
- D) Lielupe
- Which river is associated with ancient trade routes in Latvia?
- A) Venta
- B) Daugava
- C) Gauja
- D) Lielupe
- What is the ecological status of the Gauja River?
- A) Stable
- B) Threatened
- C) Expanding
- D) Protected
- Which river has historical significance as a transportation route?
- A) Venta
- B) Daugava
- C) Gauja
- D) Lielupe
- The Lielupe River is formed by the confluence of which two rivers?
- A) Mūsa and Lielupe
- B) Gauja and Venta
- C) Daugava and Gauja
- D) Daugava and Lielupe
- Which river is known for its scenic landscapes and recreational activities?
- A) Venta
- B) Gauja
- C) Daugava
- D) Lielupe
- What type of ecosystem is typically found along the banks of the Daugava River?
- A) Desert
- B) Riparian
- C) Mountain
- D) Urban
- Which river is important for regional biodiversity conservation?
- A) Venta
- B) Gauja
- C) Daugava
- D) Lielupe
- What is a common recreational activity on the Gauja River?
- A) Fishing
- B) Canoeing
- C) Swimming
- D) Hiking
- Which river is known for hosting various cultural festivals in Latvia?
- A) Venta
- B) Daugava
- C) Gauja
- D) Lielupe
- What is the average flow rate of the Daugava River?
- A) 500 m³/s
- B) 1,100 m³/s
- C) 300 m³/s
- D) 700 m³/s
- Which river is home to several nature reserves in Latvia?
- A) Lielupe
- B) Gauja
- C) Venta
- D) Daugava
- What is the ecological impact of damming rivers in Latvia?
- A) Increased fish populations
- B) Disruption of natural habitats
- C) Improved water quality
- D) Enhanced biodiversity
- Which river is considered a national symbol of Latvia?
- A) Venta
- B) Daugava
- C) Gauja
- D) Lielupe
River Name | Length (km) | Source | Mouth | Significance |
Daugava | 1,020 | Valdai Hills (Russia) | Gulf of Riga | Longest river in Latvia, important for transport and hydroelectric power |
Gauja | 452 | Valmiera region | Gulf of Riga | Known for its scenic beauty and Gauja National Park |
Lielupe | 115 | Lielupe and Mūsa Rivers | Gulf of Riga | Important for irrigation and recreation, known for its picturesque landscapes |
Venta | 345 | Kuldīga region | Baltic Sea | Known for the Venta Rapid, the widest waterfall in Europe |
Rēzekne | 95 | Rēzekne Hills | Daugava | Significant for local ecosystems and agriculture |
Laucesa | 85 | Gulbene region | Daugava | Important for drainage and local fisheries |
Mūsa | 95 | Near Bauska | Lielupe | A tributary of the Lielupe, significant for agriculture |