MCQs on rivers of Malaysia

  • What is the longest river in Malaysia?
    • A) Pahang River
    • B) Rajang River
    • C) Perak River
    • D) Kinabatangan River
  • Which river is the main river in Sarawak?
    • A) Batang Lupar
    • B) Rajang River
    • C) Sarawak River
    • D) Pusa River
  • What is the primary use of rivers in Malaysia?
    • A) Recreation
    • B) Irrigation and transportation
    • C) Hydropower generation
    • D) Fishing
  • Which river flows through the capital city, Kuala Lumpur?
    • A) Klang River
    • B) Pahang River
    • C) Perak River
    • D) Sarawak River
  • What is the significance of the Kinabatangan River?
    • A) Major fishing ground
    • B) Wildlife habitat and eco-tourism
    • C) Hydroelectric power
    • D) Industrial use
  • Which river is known for its biodiversity, including orangutans and proboscis monkeys?
    • A) Sarawak River
    • B) Kinabatangan River
    • C) Rajang River
    • D) Pahang River
  • What is the average length of the Rajang River?
    • A) 400 km
    • B) 563 km
    • C) 300 km
    • D) 250 km
  • Which river is the longest in Peninsular Malaysia?
    • A) Pahang River
    • B) Pahang River
    • C) Perak River
    • D) Selangor River
  • Which river serves as the main water source for Kuala Lumpur?
    • A) Klang River
    • B) Pahang River
    • C) Perak River
    • D) Sarawak River
  • What type of ecosystem is typically found along the rivers of Malaysia?
    • A) Desert
    • B) Rainforest and wetlands
    • C) Grassland
    • D) Savanna
  • Which river is crucial for agriculture in Malaysia?
    • A) North Selangor River
    • B) Pahang River
    • C) Rajang River
    • D) Kinabatangan River
  • What is the ecological status of the Pahang River?
    • A) Stable
    • B) Threatened
    • C) Expanding
    • D) Protected
  • Which river is known for its scenic landscapes and recreational activities?
    • A) Perak River
    • B) Kinabatangan River
    • C) Sarawak River
    • D) Rajang River
  • What is a significant environmental concern for rivers in Malaysia?
    • A) Overfishing
    • B) Deforestation and pollution
    • C) Invasive species
    • D) Urbanization
  • Which river is a tributary of the Rajang River?
    • A) Batang Rejang
    • B) Pusa River
    • C) Selangor River
    • D) Kinabatangan River
  • What type of fish is commonly found in the rivers of Malaysia?
    • A) Salmon
    • B) Ikan Patin (Catfish)
    • C) Tilapia
    • D) Trout
  • Which river is known for its cultural significance among indigenous communities?
    • A) Klang River
    • B) Pahang River
    • C) Perak River
    • D) Sarawak River
  • What is the primary method of water management for rivers in Malaysia?
    • A) Integrated river basin management
    • B) Industrial development
    • C) Deforestation
    • D) Urban development
  • Which river is important for maintaining local ecosystems?
    • A) Rajang River
    • B) Kinabatangan River
    • C) Pahang River
    • D) Perak River
  • What is the main source of pollution affecting Malaysia’s rivers?
    • A) Overfishing
    • B) Agricultural runoff and industrial waste
    • C) Urban runoff
    • D) Deforestation
  • Which river serves as a habitat for various wildlife species?
    • A) Rajang River
    • B) Kinabatangan River
    • C) Klang River
    • D) Pahang River
  • Which river is crucial for the livelihoods of local communities?
    • A) Rajang River
    • B) Pahang River
    • C) Kinabatangan River
    • D) Selangor River
  • What is the significance of the Selangor River in Malaysia?
    • A) Hydropower
    • B) Water supply and irrigation
    • C) Tourism
    • D) Fishing
  • What is the primary environmental threat to the Klang River?
    • A) Pollution and urbanization
    • B) Overfishing
    • C) Deforestation
    • D) Invasive species
  • Which river is used for traditional fishing practices?
    • A) Sarawak River
    • B) Klang River
    • C) Pahang River
    • D) Rajang River
  • Which river is vital for local transport in Malaysia?
    • A) Rajang River
    • B) Pahang River
    • C) Kinabatangan River
    • D) Selangor River
  • What is a common challenge for rivers in Malaysia?
    • A) Flooding
    • B) Water pollution
    • C) Urbanization
    • D) Industrialization
  • Which river has several tributaries contributing to its flow?
    • A) Rajang River
    • B) Pahang River
    • C) Kinabatangan River
    • D) Klang River
  • What is the primary role of the rivers in Malaysia’s ecosystem?
    • A) Facilitating trade
    • B) Supporting biodiversity
    • C) Providing electricity
    • D) Recreational purposes
  • Which river is essential for irrigation in Peninsular Malaysia?
    • A) Rajang River
    • B) Pahang River
    • C) Selangor River
    • D) Kinabatangan River

 

River Name Length (km) Location Mouth Significance
Rajang River 563 Sarawak South China Sea Longest river in Malaysia; vital for transport and fishing
Kinabatangan River 560 Sabah Sulu Sea Known for biodiversity; important for eco-tourism
Pahang River 750 Pahang South China Sea Longest river in Peninsular Malaysia; significant for agriculture and hydroelectric power
Klang River 120 Selangor Straits of Malacca Main river of Kuala Lumpur; vital for transport and water supply
Perak River 400 Perak Straits of Malacca Important for irrigation and fishing
Sungai Selangor 150 Selangor Straits of Malacca Major water supply for Kuala Lumpur and surrounding areas
Batang Lupar 120 Sarawak South China Sea Important for local transportation and agriculture
Borneo River 160 Sarawak South China Sea Known for its rich ecosystems

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