MCQs on rivers of Solomon Islands

  • What is the longest river in the Solomon Islands?
    A) Mataniko River
    B) Kolombangara River
    C) Solomon River
    D) Lunga River
    Answer: A) Mataniko River
  • Which river flows through the capital city, Honiara?
    A) Mataniko River
    B) Lunga River
    C) Makira River
    D) Guadalcanal River
    Answer: A) Mataniko River
  • The Kolombangara River is located on which island?
    A) Guadalcanal
    B) Malaita
    C) Kolombangara
    D) Makira
    Answer: C) Kolombangara
  • Which river is known for its biodiversity and cultural significance to local communities?
    A) Mataniko River
    B) Lunga River
    C) Gizo River
    D) Auki River
    Answer: A) Mataniko River
  • The Lunga River is famous for which feature?
    A) Waterfalls
    B) Historical sites
    C) Fishing
    D) All of the above
    Answer: D) All of the above
  • What is the primary use of rivers in the Solomon Islands?
    A) Transportation
    B) Agriculture
    C) Hydropower
    D) Fishing
    Answer: B) Agriculture
  • Which river is located on the island of Malaita?
    A) Mataniko River
    B) Auki River
    C) Lunga River
    D) Gizo River
    Answer: B) Auki River
  • What is the average length of the Mataniko River?
    A) 25 km
    B) 35 km
    C) 50 km
    D) 65 km
    Answer: B) 35 km
  • The Guadalcanal River is known for its connection to which historical event?
    A) World War I
    B) World War II
    C) The Pacific War
    D) The Cold War
    Answer: B) World War II
  • Which river is located on the island of New Georgia?
    A) Mataniko River
    B) Gizo River
    C) Lunga River
    D) Kolombangara River
    Answer: B) Gizo River
  • What type of ecosystem is commonly found along the rivers of the Solomon Islands?
    A) Desert
    B) Tropical rainforest
    C) Grassland
    D) Tundra
    Answer: B) Tropical rainforest
  • Which river is important for local fishing communities in the Solomon Islands?
    A) Mataniko River
    B) Lunga River
    C) Guadalcanal River
    D) All of the above
    Answer: D) All of the above
  • The rivers of the Solomon Islands primarily flow into which body of water?
    A) Indian Ocean
    B) Coral Sea
    C) Pacific Ocean
    D) Tasman Sea
    Answer: C) Pacific Ocean
  • Which river is known for its clear waters and beautiful scenery?
    A) Mataniko River
    B) Lunga River
    C) Kolombangara River
    D) All of the above
    Answer: D) All of the above
  • What is a significant environmental concern for the rivers in the Solomon Islands?
    A) Deforestation
    B) Pollution
    C) Overfishing
    D) All of the above
    Answer: D) All of the above
  • The Makira River flows through which island?
    A) Guadalcanal
    B) Makira
    C) Malaita
    D) New Georgia
    Answer: B) Makira
  • Which river is associated with numerous waterfalls in the Solomon Islands?
    A) Lunga River
    B) Guadalcanal River
    C) Mataniko River
    D) Auki River
    Answer: C) Mataniko River
  • The rivers of the Solomon Islands are primarily fed by which source?
    A) Glaciers
    B) Rainfall
    C) Snowmelt
    D) Springs
    Answer: B) Rainfall
  • Which river is crucial for transportation in the Solomon Islands?
    A) Mataniko River
    B) Lunga River
    C) Guadalcanal River
    D) All of the above
    Answer: D) All of the above
  • The Lunga River is significant for which type of local activity?
    A) Agriculture
    B) Fishing
    C) Tourism
    D) All of the above
    Answer: D) All of the above
  • Which river is commonly used for irrigation in rural areas of the Solomon Islands?
    A) Mataniko River
    B) Auki River
    C) Lunga River
    D) Gizo River
    Answer: A) Mataniko River
  • What is the typical width of many rivers in the Solomon Islands?
    A) 5-10 meters
    B) 10-20 meters
    C) 20-30 meters
    D) Over 30 meters
    Answer: B) 10-20 meters
  • Which river has significant cultural importance to local tribes?
    A) Mataniko River
    B) Kolombangara River
    C) Lunga River
    D) All of the above
    Answer: D) All of the above
  • The rivers of the Solomon Islands are characterized by which feature?
    A) Tidal waves
    B) Rapid currents
    C) Steep valleys
    D) All of the above
    Answer: D) All of the above
  • What is a popular recreational activity on the rivers of the Solomon Islands?
    A) Hiking
    B) Birdwatching
    C) Canoeing
    D) Camping
    Answer: C) Canoeing
  • The rivers in the Solomon Islands support which type of fauna?
    A) Marine fish
    B) Freshwater fish
    C) Birds
    D) All of the above
    Answer: D) All of the above
  • Which river is a popular destination for eco-tourism in the Solomon Islands?
    A) Mataniko River
    B) Guadalcanal River
    C) Lunga River
    D) All of the above
    Answer: D) All of the above
  • The Gizo River is known for which feature?
    A) Coral reefs
    B) Traditional fishing techniques
    C) Cultural festivals
    D) All of the above
    Answer: D) All of the above
  • Which river in the Solomon Islands has a significant history related to World War II?
    A) Mataniko River
    B) Lunga River
    C) Guadalcanal River
    D) All of the above
    Answer: D) All of the above
  • The rivers of the Solomon Islands are primarily threatened by which activity?
    A) Deforestation
    B) Urban development
    C) Mining
    D) All of the above
    Answer: D) All of the above

 

River Name Length Location Significance
Mataniko River Approx. 35 km Guadalcanal Island Longest river in the Solomon Islands, flows through Honiara.
Lunga River Approx. 30 km Guadalcanal Island Known for its clear waters and historical significance during WWII.
Kolombangara River Approx. 26 km Kolombangara Island Important for local biodiversity and fishing.
Auki River Approx. 15 km Malaita Island Significant for local agriculture and fishing activities.
Gizo River Approx. 12 km New Georgia Island Key for transportation and local fishing communities.
Guadalcanal River Approx. 20 km Guadalcanal Island Historically significant, known for its role in WWII.
Makira River Approx. 25 km Makira Island Important for local ecosystems and biodiversity.
Roviana River Approx. 20 km New Georgia Island Significant for local communities and cultural activities.
Tigoa River Approx. 10 km Malaita Island Important for freshwater supply and local agriculture.
Rivutu River Approx. 18 km Guadalcanal Island Known for its scenic views and biodiversity.

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