Straits & Canals — Set 2
Geography · जलडमरूमध्य और नहरें · Questions 11–20 of 50
The Strait of Gibraltar connects the Mediterranean Sea with which ocean?
Correct Answer: C. Atlantic Ocean
The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea. It separates the Iberian Peninsula in Europe from Morocco in Africa. It is a vital passage for ships entering or leaving the Mediterranean basin.
Which strait separates the North Island and South Island of New Zealand?
Correct Answer: A. Cook Strait
Cook Strait separates the North and South Islands of New Zealand. It connects the Tasman Sea on the northwest with the South Pacific Ocean on the southeast. It is named after James Cook, the first European commander to sail through it.
The Kiel Canal connects the North Sea with which other sea?
Correct Answer: C. Baltic Sea
The Kiel Canal is a 98-kilometre-long freshwater canal in the German state of Schleswig-Holstein. It links the North Sea at Brunsbüttel to the Baltic Sea at Kiel-Holtenau. It allows ships to bypass the longer route around the Jutland Peninsula.
Which strait separates the islands of Sumatra and Java in Indonesia?
Correct Answer: B. Sunda Strait
The Sunda Strait is the strait between the Indonesian islands of Java and Sumatra. It connects the Java Sea to the Indian Ocean. The famous volcanic island of Krakatoa is located within this strait.
The Dardanelles Strait connects the Aegean Sea with which body of water?
Correct Answer: B. Sea of Marmara
The Dardanelles is a narrow natural strait in northwestern Turkey that connects the Aegean Sea to the Sea of Marmara. Along with the Bosphorus, it forms the Turkish Straits that link the Mediterranean and Black Seas. It was historically known as the Hellespont.
Which strait separates the Malay Peninsula from the island of Singapore?
Correct Answer: B. Strait of Johor
The Strait of Johor separates the Malaysian state of Johor on the Malay Peninsula from the island nation of Singapore. It is also known as the Tebrau Strait. Two land links, the Causeway and the Second Link, bridge this strait.
The Mozambique Channel separates the African mainland from which island nation?
Correct Answer: A. Madagascar
The Mozambique Channel is an arm of the Indian Ocean located between the Southeast African country of Mozambique and the island of Madagascar. It is approximately 1,600 kilometers long. It serves as a major shipping route for tankers moving oil from the Middle East.
Which strait separates the island of Sri Lanka from the Indian mainland at its narrowest point?
Correct Answer: D. Palk Strait
The Palk Strait is the narrow strip of sea separating India and Sri Lanka. At its narrowest point, the distance is only about 53 kilometers. Historical geological structures known as Adam's Bridge are located here.
The Strait of Florida separates the Florida Keys from which country?
Correct Answer: B. Cuba
The Strait of Florida connects the Gulf of Mexico with the Atlantic Ocean and separates the Florida Keys from Cuba. It contains the Florida Current, which is the beginning of the Gulf Stream. It is a strategically significant waterway for the United States.
Which strait connects the Hudson Bay with the Atlantic Ocean?
Correct Answer: B. Hudson Strait
Hudson Strait connects the Atlantic Ocean and the Labrador Sea to the Hudson Bay in Canada. It lies between Baffin Island and the northern coast of Quebec. It was a key route for early explorers searching for the Northwest Passage.