- What is the longest river in Niger? A) Niger River B) Zinder River C) Aïr River D) Mekrou River Answer: A) Niger River
- The Niger River flows into which body of water? A) Atlantic Ocean B) Mediterranean Sea C) Lake Chad D) Red Sea Answer: A) Atlantic Ocean
- Which city is located on the banks of the Niger River? A) Niamey B) Zinder C) Maradi D) Agadez Answer: A) Niamey
- What is the primary tributary of the Niger River? A) Benue River B) Kaduna River C) Dja River D) Bani River Answer: A) Benue River
- Which river is known for its seasonal flooding and rich agricultural lands in Niger? A) Niger River B) Aïr River C) Zinder River D) Mekrou River Answer: A) Niger River
- The Niger River has its source in which country? A) Nigeria B) Guinea C) Mali D) Chad Answer: B) Guinea
- Which region does the Niger River primarily flow through in Niger? A) Sahara Desert B) Sahel region C) Atlas Mountains D) Guinea Highlands Answer: B) Sahel region
- Which river is a significant source of irrigation in Niger? A) Zinder River B) Niger River C) Mekrou River D) Aïr River Answer: B) Niger River
- What is the length of the Niger River? A) 2,600 km B) 4,180 km C) 1,800 km D) 3,000 km Answer: A) 4,180 km
- The confluence of the Niger and Benue Rivers occurs in which country? A) Niger B) Nigeria C) Mali D) Chad Answer: B) Nigeria
- Which river is considered the main waterway for trade in Niger? A) Zinder River B) Niger River C) Aïr River D) Mekrou River Answer: B) Niger River
- The Niger River is known for which type of fish? A) Salmon B) Tilapia C) Catfish D) Trout Answer: C) Catfish
- Which of the following cities is NOT located along the Niger River? A) Niamey B) Mopti C) Bamako D) Zinder Answer: D) Zinder
- What major environmental issue affects the Niger River? A) Deforestation B) Pollution C) Desertification D) Overfishing Answer: C) Desertification
- The Niger River basin is known for its rich biodiversity, particularly in which type of ecosystem? A) Desert B) Wetlands C) Grasslands D) Mountains Answer: B) Wetlands
- What is the primary source of water for the cities along the Niger River? A) Rainwater B) Groundwater C) Niger River D) Lake Chad Answer: C) Niger River
- Which of the following activities is most associated with the Niger River? A) Mining B) Agriculture C) Manufacturing D) Tourism Answer: B) Agriculture
- What is the significance of the Niger River in terms of transportation? A) It is used for air travel. B) It is a major trade route. C) It is only used for fishing. D) It has no transportation significance. Answer: B) It is a major trade route.
- The Niger River experiences seasonal variations in its flow due to what phenomenon? A) Earthquake B) Drought C) Monsoon D) Snowmelt Answer: C) Monsoon
- Which of the following countries does NOT have the Niger River flowing through it? A) Mali B) Nigeria C) Burkina Faso D) Niger Answer: C) Burkina Faso
- What type of climate is primarily found along the Niger River? A) Tropical rainforest B) Arid desert C) Semi-arid D) Temperate Answer: C) Semi-arid
- The Niger River is crucial for the livelihood of which group of people? A) Nomadic herders B) Urban dwellers C) Farmers and fishermen D) Industrial workers Answer: C) Farmers and fishermen
- Which river merges with the Niger River near the city of Lokoja? A) Zinder River B) Benue River C) Aïr River D) Mekrou River Answer: B) Benue River
- What is a major threat to the Niger River ecosystem? A) Urban development B) Renewable energy projects C) Tourism D) Aquaculture Answer: A) Urban development
- Which river is important for hydroelectric power generation in Niger? A) Niger River B) Zinder River C) Mekrou River D) Aïr River Answer: A) Niger River
- What is the primary agricultural product grown in the floodplains of the Niger River? A) Rice B) Cotton C) Wheat D) Corn Answer: A) Rice
- The Niger River is home to which of the following species? A) Hippos B) Crocodiles C) Various fish species D) All of the above Answer: D) All of the above
- Which city serves as the capital of Niger, located along the Niger River? A) Zinder B) Niamey C) Maradi D) Agadez Answer: B) Niamey
- What is a common method of fishing practiced along the Niger River? A) Net fishing B) Spearfishing C) Trapping D) All of the above Answer: D) All of the above
- Which festival is celebrated annually along the Niger River? A) Fishing Festival B) Harvest Festival C) Water Festival D) Cultural Festival Answer: D) Cultural Festival
| River Name | Origin | Length | Major Tributaries | Importance |
| Niger River | Guinea | 4,180 km | Benue River | Major river for transportation, agriculture, and fishing. |
| Benue River | Cameroon | 1,400 km | Niger River | Significant tributary of the Niger; important for trade and agriculture. |
| Niger River | Mali | 300 km | None | Known for its seasonal flooding, essential for irrigation. |
| Mekrou River | Benin | 400 km | None | Important for local fishing and agriculture. |
| Río Aïr | Aïr Mountains | 600 km | None | Provides water to the desert regions; essential for local ecosystems. |
| Zinder River | Zinder region | 200 km | None | Known for supporting agriculture in the Zinder area. |
| Río Danto | Northern highlands | 90 km | None | Important for local biodiversity and fishing. |
| Río Maïnou | Northern highlands | 70 km | None | Provides water resources to surrounding communities. |
| Río Boumba | Eastern Niger | 60 km | None | Important for local ecosystems and agriculture. |
| Río Goulbi de Maradi | Maradi region | 100 km | None | Supports irrigation and fishing; essential for local communities. |