Mountains are some of the most awe-inspiring natural features on Earth. They’re not only breathtaking to look at but also hold fascinating ecosystems, unique wildlife, and geological wonders. Are you ready to put your mountain knowledge to the test with our Mountain Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Majestic Peaks? This quiz will challenge you with facts about famous peaks, mountain ecosystems, and outdoor survival. Let’s see how much you know!
Mountain Quiz
1. What is the tallest mountain in the world above sea level?
- a) Mount Kilimanjaro
- b) Mount Everest
- c) Denali
- d) K2
2. Which mountain range is the longest in the world?
- a) Andes
- b) Rockies
- c) Himalayas
- d) Alps
3. What is the primary reason for high-altitude sickness?
- a) Cold temperatures
- b) Low oxygen levels
- c) High wind speeds
- d) Intense UV rays
4. Which animal is commonly found at high altitudes in the Himalayas?
- a) Polar bear
- b) Snow leopard
- c) Bison
- d) Giraffe
5. Which mountain in Africa is known as a dormant volcano and is famous among climbers?
- a) Mount Kenya
- b) Mount Kilimanjaro
- c) Atlas Mountains
- d) Simien Mountains
6. Which mountain range serves as the boundary between Europe and Asia?
- a) Pyrenees
- b) Rockies
- c) Alps
- d) Ural Mountains
7. What is the most common rock type found in mountain ranges?
- a) Limestone
- b) Granite
- c) Sandstone
- d) Shale
8. In which country would you find the famous Matterhorn?
- a) Italy
- b) Nepal
- c) Switzerland
- d) Canada
9. Which mountain is considered sacred in Japan?
- a) Mount Everest
- b) Mount Fuji
- c) Mount Meru
- d) Mount Elbrus
10. At what elevation is the “death zone” on Mount Everest, where oxygen levels are dangerously low?
- a) 5,000 meters
- b) 6,000 meters
- c) 7,500 meters
- d) 8,000 meters
Answers:
- b) Mount Everest
- a) Andes
- b) Low oxygen levels
- b) Snow leopard
- b) Mount Kilimanjaro
- d) Ural Mountains
- b) Granite
- c) Switzerland
- b) Mount Fuji
- d) 8,000 meters
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