World Geography quiz

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1. In Magellan’s wake

When sailing through the Straits of Magellan you will see glaciers and dense forests. You might also see humpback whales and elephant seals. Where are the Straits of Magellan?

2. The last continent

Which was the last continent to be discovered by Europeans?

3. Name that land mass

A map of the "New World" produced in 1507 had the name "America" on it. What was the source of the name?

4. The little ocean that could

Which is the world’s smallest ocean?

5. Area of areas

In 1972, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) established the World Heritage List to protect sites embodying the world’s cultural and natural heritage. What is the largest World Heritage Area?

6. Colonial remnant

Which is the only European colonial power still to control part of mainland South America?

7. Ranking the continents

When the continents are listed in order from largest to smallest, the first four are Asia, Africa, North America and South America. Which of the following correctly completes the list?

8. Neighbor number

China shares a border with Russia that is 3,645 km (2265 mi.) in length, but that is just a small part of China’s 22,117 km (13,743 mi.) land border. With how many countries does China share a border?

9. Engulf states

What is the only country that completely surrounds two other countries?

10. Most coast

Which country has the longest coastline?