Mountains & Plateaus — Set 1
Geography · पर्वत और पठार · Questions 1–10 of 40
Which mountain range separates Europe from Asia?
Correct Answer: D. Ural Mountains
The Ural Mountains are the primary geographical boundary between Europe and Asia. They run from north to south through western Russia. These mountains are among the oldest surviving mountain ranges in the world.
The plateau known as the 'Roof of the World' is?
Correct Answer: C. Tibetan Plateau
The Tibetan Plateau is called the Roof of the World because of its extreme average elevation. It is the highest and largest plateau on Earth. It serves as the source for many of Asia's major rivers.
Which type of mountains are formed by the folding of Earth's crust?
Correct Answer: A. Fold Mountains
Fold mountains are created when two tectonic plates collide and push the crust upwards. Large ranges like the Himalayas and the Alps are examples of this process. They are characterized by rugged peaks and deep valleys.
Mount Aconcagua is the highest peak of which mountain range?
Correct Answer: A. Andes
Mount Aconcagua is the highest point in the Andes mountain range of South America. It is the highest peak outside of the Asian continent. The Andes are also the longest continental mountain range in the world.
Which plateau is located between the Elburz and Zagros mountain ranges?
Correct Answer: D. Iranian Plateau
The Iranian Plateau is a vast highland region bounded by these two major mountain systems. It covers most of Iran and parts of neighboring countries. The region is known for its arid climate and mountainous terrain.
The Black Forest mountain range is located in which country?
Correct Answer: C. Germany
The Black Forest is a large forested mountain range in southwest Germany. It is a famous example of block mountains formed by geological faulting. The region is the source of the Danube River.
Which of the following is an example of a Volcanic Mountain?
Correct Answer: D. Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania was formed by volcanic activity over millions of years. It is the highest mountain in Africa and a free-standing volcanic mass. It features three distinct volcanic cones: Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira.
The plateau of Anatolia is primarily found in which country?
Correct Answer: A. Turkey
The Anatolian Plateau makes up the central part of Turkey. It is bordered by the Pontic Mountains to the north and the Taurus Mountains to the south. This region has a significant history as a bridge between civilizations.
Which process is responsible for the formation of Block Mountains?
Correct Answer: C. Faulting
Block mountains are formed when large areas of the crust are broken and displaced vertically by faulting. The uplifted blocks are called horsts and the lowered blocks are called grabens. The Vosges mountains in France are a classic example.
The 'Great Dividing Range' is the most significant mountain system of?
Correct Answer: D. Australia
The Great Dividing Range runs parallel to the east coast of Australia. It acts as a major watershed, dividing the rivers flowing east from those flowing west. It is the third longest land-based mountain range in the world.