175 Geography Trivia Questions: From Easy to Expert
Put your knowledge to the test with fun facts about cities, mountains, rivers, and more.
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175 Geography Trivia Questions and Answers
Ready to put your geographic knowledge to the ultimate test? Explore 175 engaging geography trivia questions—categorized for every skill level—spanning U.S. states, world capitals, landmarks, and amazing natural features. Whether you’re prepping for family game night, sharpening your mind for a trivia contest, or just expanding your horizons, these questions will challenge, entertain, and inspire geography lovers of all ages.
Table of Contents
- Easy Geography Trivia Questions
- Hard Geography Trivia Questions
- United States Geography Trivia Questions
- World Geography Trivia Questions
- Frequently Asked Questions
Easy Geography Trivia Questions
Start off with some entry-level questions to get your brain warmed up! These questions cover basic facts about U.S. states, continents, and major world features.
- Q: What is the largest continent? A: Asia
- Q: Which state is called the “Sunshine State”? A: Florida
- Q: What is the name of the ocean on the East Coast of the United States? A: Atlantic Ocean
- Q: Name the five Great Lakes. A: Superior, Ontario, Erie, Michigan, and Huron
- Q: What is the capital of the United States? A: Washington, D.C.
- Q: What country is the Eiffel Tower located in? A: France
- Q: The Sahara is found on which continent? A: Africa
- Q: What is the world’s largest ocean? A: Pacific Ocean
- Q: Mount Everest lies between which two countries? A: China and Nepal
- Q: Which U.S. state is famous for Hollywood? A: California
Hard Geography Trivia Questions
Feeling confident? Take your knowledge to the next level with these challenging geography questions, featuring lesser-known facts, tricky capitals, and natural wonders.
- Q: What is the world’s deepest lake? A: Lake Baikal, Russia
- Q: What is the flattest state in the U.S.? A: Florida
- Q: Which country has the most natural lakes? A: Canada
- Q: What two countries share the longest international border in the world? A: United States and Canada
- Q: In which country would you find the ancient city of Petra? A: Jordan
- Q: What is the only country that is also a continent? A: Australia
- Q: Which desert covers much of northern China and southern Mongolia? A: The Gobi Desert
- Q: What is the smallest country in the world by area? A: Vatican City
- Q: Name the mountain range separating Europe from Asia. A: The Ural Mountains
- Q: What river flows through the Grand Canyon? A: Colorado River
United States Geography Trivia Questions
The United States is home to an incredible range of geographic features, from vast mountain ranges to unique state capitals. Put your U.S. geography skills to the test with these specially curated questions!
- Q: Pierre is the capital of which U.S. state? A: South Dakota
- Q: Name the smallest U.S. state. A: Rhode Island
- Q: Which ocean borders the state of Florida? A: Atlantic Ocean
- Q: Which U.S. states share a border with Mexico? A: California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas
- Q: What is the longest river in the United States? A: Missouri River
- Q: What is the tallest mountain in the U.S.? A: Mount McKinley (Denali)
- Q: What is the lowest point of the U.S.? A: Death Valley
- Q: What are the five Great Lakes? A: Superior, Ontario, Erie, Michigan, and Huron
- Q: What two states do not share a border with any other U.S. state? A: Hawaii and Alaska
- Q: What U.S. state is the largest by area? A: Alaska
- Q: Which U.S. state has the most active volcanoes? A: Alaska
- Q: What is the capital of New York? A: Albany
- Q: The Mississippi River ends in which body of water? A: Gulf of Mexico
- Q: What U.S. city is known as the “Windy City”? A: Chicago
- Q: The Liberty Bell is located in which U.S. city? A: Philadelphia
- Q: Which U.S. state is famous for its potatoes? A: Idaho
- Q: What is the capital of California? A: Sacramento
- Q: Which U.S. state is called the “Land of 10,000 Lakes”? A: Minnesota
- Q: What is the southernmost state of the U.S.? A: Hawaii
- Q: What is the largest U.S. state capital by population? A: Phoenix, Arizona
World Geography Trivia Questions
Expand your horizons and see how much you know about the planet’s continents, oceans, countries, and landforms. These world geography questions mix fun facts with fascinating trivia.
- Q: What is the capital of Australia? A: Canberra
- Q: What is the only continent with land in all four hemispheres? A: Africa
- Q: What is the largest island in the world? A: Greenland
- Q: Name the world’s longest river. A: Amazon River
- Q: The Mariana Trench is located in what ocean? A: Pacific Ocean
- Q: Pompei was destroyed by what volcano in 79 A.D.? A: Mount Vesuvius
- Q: Which country uses the Baht as its currency? A: Thailand
- Q: What is the deepest part of the world’s oceans? A: Mariana Trench
- Q: The Rhine River flows primarily through which country? A: Germany
- Q: What is the capital city of Afghanistan? A: Kabul
- Q: What is the tallest mountain in Africa? A: Mount Kilimanjaro
- Q: What is the most populous city on Earth? A: Tokyo
- Q: What is the name of the longest mountain range? A: The Andes (if underwater: Mid-Atlantic Ridge)
- Q: Which continent has the most countries? A: Africa
- Q: Name the three countries that do not use the metric system. A: United States, Myanmar, Liberia
- Q: What desert covers much of Botswana and parts of Namibia? A: The Kalahari Desert
- Q: Which Asian country is an archipelago of 7,000 islands? A: The Philippines
- Q: Which country is known as the Land of the Rising Sun? A: Japan
- Q: Where was the highest-recorded temperature on Earth measured? A: Death Valley, California
- Q: Which country has the most time zones? A: France (including overseas territories)
- Q: Which city is known as the City of a Hundred Spires? A: Prague, Czech Republic
- Q: What is the largest volcano in the world? A: Mauna Loa, Hawaii
- Q: What country is the world’s largest producer of coffee? A: Brazil
Quick Reference: Geography Superlatives
| Feature | Superlative | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Largest Country | Russia | Northern Eurasia |
| Smallest Country | Vatican City | Rome, Italy |
| Highest Mountain | Mount Everest | China/Nepal |
| Longest River | Amazon* / Nile* | South America / Africa |
| Biggest Island | Greenland | North Atlantic |
| Largest Ocean | Pacific Ocean | Global |
| Most Populated City | Tokyo | Japan |
| Largest Desert (non-polar) | Sahara | Africa |
| Deepest Lake | Lake Baikal | Russia |
*There is some debate as to whether the Nile or the Amazon is longer; both are contenders based on measurement criteria.
Fascinating Geography Facts
- The Missouri River is longer than the Mississippi River.
- Death Valley is not only the lowest point in the U.S.—it also holds the record for the world’s hottest reliably recorded temperature.
- The Andes is the longest continental mountain range above water; the Mid-Atlantic Ridge is longer but mostly underwater.
- Australia is the only continent without an active volcano.
- Canada has more natural lakes than the rest of the world’s countries combined.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What’s the capital of South Africa?
South Africa has three capitals: Pretoria (executive), Bloemfontein (judicial), and Cape Town (legislative).
Which country is both an island and a continent?
Australia is both the world’s smallest continent and the largest country in Oceania.
What is the only country located on two continents?
Turkey straddles both Europe and Asia, divided by the Bosporus Strait.
What is the highest waterfall in the world?
Angel Falls in Venezuela, with a drop of 979 meters (3,212 ft).
Which city has the most skyscrapers?
Hong Kong currently has the highest number of skyscrapers in the world.
What is the Driest Place on Earth?
The Atacama Desert in northern Chile is considered the driest non-polar place on Earth.
Where can you find the Bermuda Triangle?
It’s a region of the western North Atlantic Ocean, bounded by points in Miami, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico.
Test Your Knowledge—Keep Exploring!
Geography delivers endless surprises—from seldom-seen islands to the wonders of the world’s highest mountains and deepest oceans. Use this trivia set to quiz family, challenge friends, or spark lively discussion about every corner of our glorious planet. Stay curious!
References
- https://parade.com/1246355/marynliles/geography-trivia/
- https://parade.com/living/trivia-questions
- https://www.mentimeter.com/blog/education/best-geography-quizzes-and-trivia-questions
- https://parade.com/1199611/marynliles/did-you-know-facts/
- https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/trivia/geology-geography-trivia/
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