MCQs on rivers of Trinidad and Tobago January 8, 2026September 24, 2024 by u930973931_answers 30 min Score: 0 Attempted: 0/30 Subscribe 1. What is the longest river in Trinidad? (A) Caroni River (B) Ortoire River (C) Rio Claro River (D) Cunupia River 2. Which river flows through the capital city of Port of Spain? (A) Maraval River (B) Caroni River (C) Diego Martin River (D) Oropuche River 3. The Ortoire River is located in which part of Trinidad? (A) Northern (B) Southern (C) Western (D) Eastern 4. What is a significant use of the Caroni River? (A) Hydropower (B) Agriculture (C) Flood control (D) Fishing 5. Which river is known for its scenic landscapes and biodiversity? (A) Caroni River (B) San Juan River (C) Oropuche River (D) Cunupia River 6. Which river is the main source of drinking water for Trinidad? (A) Ortoire River (B) Cunaripo River (C) Rio Claro River (D) Caroni River 7. The Diego Martin River is primarily known for what? (A) Agriculture (B) Industrial use (C) Tourism (D) Flooding 8. Which river is located in Tobago? (A) Caroni River (B) San Juan River (C) Ortoire River (D) Courland River 9. What is the primary environmental concern for rivers in Trinidad and Tobago? (A) Deforestation (B) Pollution (C) Erosion (D) Water scarcity 10. Which river is important for fishing activities in Trinidad? (A) Oropuche River (B) Caroni River (C) Ortoire River (D) Cunupia River 11. What type of fish is commonly found in Trinidadian rivers? (A) Trout (B) Tilapia (C) Salmon (D) Catfish 12. The Cunupia River flows into which larger body of water? (A) Gulf of Paria (B) Atlantic Ocean (C) Caribbean Sea (D) Trinidad Bay 13. Which river is famous for its unique mangrove ecosystems? (A) Caroni River (B) Oropuche River (C) Ortoire River (D) Maraval River 14. What is the primary source of water for the Ortoire River? (A) Rainfall (B) Groundwater (C) Springs (D) Rivers 15. The San Juan River is significant for what reason? (A) Historical landmarks (B) Flood management (C) Industrial activities (D) Tourism 16. Which river is associated with the Oropuche Lagoon? (A) Oropuche River (B) Ortoire River (C) Caroni River (D) Courland River 17. What is the main tributary of the Caroni River? (A) Cunupia River (B) San Juan River (C) Ortoire River (D) Maraval River 18. Which river is known for its recreational activities, such as kayaking? (A) Ortoire River (B) Caroni River (C) Rio Claro River (D) Oropuche River 19. What type of terrain do most rivers in Trinidad and Tobago flow through? (A) Urban areas (B) Coastal plains (C) Agricultural land (D) Forests 20. Which river serves as a critical drainage system for Port of Spain? (A) Maraval River (B) Caroni River (C) San Juan River (D) Diego Martin River 21. Which river is important for local agriculture, providing irrigation? (A) Ortoire River (B) Oropuche River (C) Caroni River (D) Cunupia River 22. The Rio Claro River is located in which region of Trinidad? (A) Northern (B) Central (C) Eastern (D) Southern 23. What is the average length of most rivers in Trinidad and Tobago? (A) 20–50 km (B) 10–20 km (C) 50–100 km (D) 100–150 km 24. Which river is known for having an annual fishing tournament? (A) Cunupia River (B) Oropuche River (C) Ortoire River (D) Caroni River 25. What is a common recreational use of the Courland River in Tobago? (A) Swimming (B) Boating (C) All of the above (D) Fishing 26. Which river is known for its biodiversity, including various bird species? (A) Ortoire River (B) Caroni River (C) Oropuche River (D) San Juan River 27. Which river’s watershed is vital for local communities? (A) Diego Martin River (B) Cunupia River (C) Maraval River (D) Oropuche River 28. What role do rivers play in T&T’s economy? (A) All of the above (B) Fishing (C) Agriculture (D) Transportation 29. The Oropuche River is important for which local festival? (A) Carnival (B) Fishermen’s Day (C) Diwali (D) Eid 30. Which river is affected by urban development and pollution? (A) Caroni River (B) Courland River (C) Ortoire River (D) Rio Claro River