Study of Europe, Africa, Australia, Antarctica Quiz - ICSE Class 7 Geography

Free practice quiz: Study of Europe, Africa, Australia, Antarctica (ICSE Class 7 Geography). 53 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

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1. Which European country is entirely located within the Arctic Circle and is known for its fjords and the Northern Lights?

   1. Switzerland
   2. Norway
   3. Italy
   4. Greece
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   Answer: B. Norway

   Norway has a significant portion of its territory north of the Arctic Circle and is famous for its deep fjords and the aurora borealis (Northern Lights). Switzerland, Italy, and Greece are located in Southern Europe and do not fall within the Arctic Circle.

2. The Congo River, the second-longest river in Africa and the world's deepest river, flows through the dense tropical rainforests of which basin?

   1. The Nile Basin
   2. The Niger Basin
   3. The Congo Basin
   4. The Zambezi Basin
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   Answer: C. The Congo Basin

   The Congo River is the principal river of the Congo Basin, which is home to the second-largest tropical rainforest in the world. The Nile is in Northeast Africa, the Niger in West Africa, and the Zambezi in Southern Africa.

3. The Swiss Alps are a major part of the Alps mountain system and are known for their iconic peaks like the Matterhorn. Which European country are they primarily located in?

   1. Austria
   2. Italy
   3. Switzerland
   4. France
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   Answer: C. Switzerland

   The Swiss Alps are a defining geographical feature of Switzerland and are home to many of its highest peaks and most famous mountain landscapes, including the Matterhorn. While the Alps extend into Austria, Italy, and France, the term 'Swiss Alps' specifically refers to the portion within Switzerland.

4. The Sahara Desert is characterized by its vast sandy plains, rocky plateaus, and occasional oasis. Which of these is a prominent feature of the Sahara?

   1. Tropical rainforests
   2. Evergreen coniferous forests
   3. Large salt lakes (salt pans)
   4. Extensive sand dunes (ergs)
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   Answer: D. Extensive sand dunes (ergs)

   The Sahara Desert is famous for its 'ergs', which are large areas of shifting sand dunes, as well as 'reg' (stony plains) and 'hamada' (rocky plateaus). Tropical rainforests and coniferous forests are found in different climate zones, and while some salt pans (chotts) exist in North Africa, the most iconic and extensive feature of the Sahara is its sand dunes.

5. The savanna ecosystem in Africa, characterized by grasslands and scattered trees, is famous for its large herbivores like elephants and giraffes. Which of these is NOT a typical savanna animal?

   1. Zebra
   2. Lion
   3. Penguin
   4. Wildebeest
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   Answer: C. Penguin

   Penguins are aquatic birds primarily found in the Southern Hemisphere, especially in cold climates like Antarctica, or temperate coastal regions. Zebras, lions, and wildebeest are iconic animals of the African savanna grasslands.

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