Mountains and Plateaus - Practice Test 3

Attempt the quiz above first, then review every question with its correct answer and a short explanation below.

1. Q1.The Vindhya and Satpura ranges in India are predominantly:

   • A.Fold Mountains
   • B.Block Mountains✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Volcanic Mountains
   • D.Coral Mountains

   Explanation: They are Block Mountains flanking the Narmada Rift Valley.

2. Q2.The Columbia-Snake Plateau is in:

   • A.USA✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Canada
   • C.Mexico
   • D.Brazil

   Explanation: It is a volcanic plateau in the USA.

3. Q3.Which mountain range is the longest in Europe?

   • A.Alps
   • B.Scandinavian Mountains✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Carpathians
   • D.Pyrenees

   Explanation: The Scandinavian Mountains are longer (~1700 km) than the Alps (~1200 km), though Alps are higher/more famous.

4. Q4.Meseta Plateau occupies most of:

   • A.Spain✓ Correct Answer
   • B.France
   • C.Italy
   • D.Germany

   Explanation: The Meseta Central covers the interior of Spain.

5. Q5.Which plateau is known as the 'Canadian Shield'?

   • A.Laurentian Plateau✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Colorado Plateau
   • C.Ozark Plateau
   • D.Mexican Plateau

   Explanation: The Laurentian Plateau is another name for the Canadian Shield.

6. Q6.Mount Blanc is the highest peak of:

   • A.Alps✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Pyrenees
   • C.Carpathians
   • D.Apennines

   Explanation: Mt. Blanc is the highest peak in the Alps (France/Italy border).

7. Q7.The Kimberley Plateau is famous for:

   • A.Diamonds✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Gold
   • C.Iron
   • D.Coal

   Explanation: Kimberley (Australia/South Africa context) is associated with diamonds.

8. Q8.Which mountains are formed by the accumulation of magma?

   • A.Volcanic Mountains✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Fold Mountains
   • C.Block Mountains
   • D.Residual Mountains

   Explanation: Accumulation of lava/magma creates volcanic mountains.

9. Q9.The Patagonian Plateau is located in:

   • A.South America (Argentina)✓ Correct Answer
   • B.North America
   • C.Australia
   • D.Africa

   Explanation: It is a cold desert plateau in southern Argentina.

10. Q10.Sierra Nevada in the USA is a:

    • A.Block Mountain✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Fold Mountain
    • C.Volcanic Mountain
    • D.Plateau

    Explanation: Sierra Nevada is a tilted fault-block mountain range.

11. Q11.The highest peak of the Nilgiri Hills is:

    • A.Doda Betta✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Anamudi
    • C.Mahendragiri
    • D.Guru Shikhar

    Explanation: Doda Betta is the highest peak in the Nilgiris.

12. Q12.The highest peak of South India / Peninsular India is:

    • A.Anamudi✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Doda Betta
    • C.Kalsubai
    • D.Mahabaleshwar

    Explanation: Anamudi (Kerala) is the highest peak south of the Himalayas.

13. Q13.Which pass connects Srinagar to Leh?

    • A.Zoji La✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Banihal Pass
    • C.Rohtang Pass
    • D.Nathula

    Explanation: Zoji La is the vital link.

14. Q14.Khyber Pass connects:

    • A.Pakistan and Afghanistan✓ Correct Answer
    • B.India and China
    • C.India and Pakistan
    • D.India and Myanmar

    Explanation: It connects Peshawar (Pakistan) to Kabul (Afghanistan).

15. Q15.Rohtang Pass is located in which Indian state?

    • A.Himachal Pradesh✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Jammu & Kashmir
    • C.Uttarakhand
    • D.Sikkim

    Explanation: It connects Kullu Valley with Lahaul and Spiti.

16. Q16.The Massif Central is a highland region in:

    • A.France✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Spain
    • C.Germany
    • D.Italy

    Explanation: It is an elevated region in south-central France.

17. Q17.Ahaggar Mountains are located in:

    • A.Sahara Desert (Algeria)✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Gobi Desert
    • C.Kalahari Desert
    • D.Andes

    Explanation: They are a highland region in central Sahara.

18. Q18.The term 'Cordillera' refers to:

    • A.A chain of mountain ranges✓ Correct Answer
    • B.A deep valley
    • C.A vast plain
    • D.A type of volcano

    Explanation: It refers to an extensive chain of parallel mountain ranges (e.g., Western Cordillera).

19. Q19.Which mountain is known as 'Sagarmatha' in Nepal?

    • A.Mt. Everest✓ Correct Answer
    • B.K2
    • C.Kanchenjunga
    • D.Makalu

    Explanation: Sagarmatha means 'Goddess of the Sky'.

20. Q20.The Ozark Plateau is located in:

    • A.USA✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Australia
    • C.Russia
    • D.China

    Explanation: It is a highland region in the central United States.