World Book Trivia Quiz For Kids-8/27-extremes
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What is the highest mountain system in the world?
- A.
The Himalaya
- B.
The Swiss Alps
- C.
The Rocky Mountains
Correct Answer
A. The HimalayaExplanation
The Himalaya , also called the Himalayas, is the highest mountain system in the world.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the highest waterfall in the world?
- A.
Niagara Falls
- B.
Angel Falls
- C.
Havasu Falls
Correct Answer
B. Angel FallsExplanation
Sometimes a single waterfall forms, and sometimes a chain of them forms. Angel Falls in eastern Venezuela is the highest waterfall in the world. It has a total height of 3,212 feet (979 meters).Rate this question:
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- 3.
What is the tallest building in the world?
- A.
Taipei 101
- B.
Petronas Towers
- C.
Burj Khalifa
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C. Burj KhalifaExplanation
The world's tallest skyscraper is the Burj Khalifa in Dubai.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What is the tallest of all dogs.
- A.
Irish wolfhound
- B.
Mastiff
- C.
Saint Bernard
Correct Answer
A. Irish wolfhoundExplanation
The Irish wolfhound is the tallest of all dogs. It stands about 32 to 34 inches (81 to 86 centimeters) tall.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What is the largest gland in the human body?
- A.
Liver
- B.
Skin
- C.
Intestines
Correct Answer
A. LiverExplanation
The liver is the largest gland in the human body. A gland is an organ that produces chemicals. The liver is the body's main chemical factory. It also stores food.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What is the smallest country in the world?
- A.
Maldives
- B.
Vatican City
- C.
Liechtenstein
Correct Answer
B. Vatican CityExplanation
Vatican City is the smallest independent country in the world. It covers only 109 acres (44 hectares), about the size of a city park.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Where is the lowest place on the surface of the Earth?
- A.
Lake Assal
- B.
Dead Sea
- C.
Death Valley
Correct Answer
B. Dead SeaExplanation
The Dead Sea's shore lies about 1,373 feet (419 meters) below sea level. This is the lowest place on the surface of Earth.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What is the largest animals that lives on land?
- A.
Elephant
- B.
Hippo
- C.
Whale
Correct Answer
A. ElepHantExplanation
Elephant is the largest animal that lives on land. Among all animals, only some kinds of whales are larger.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What is the smallest blood vessel in the human body?
- A.
Artery
- B.
Vein
- C.
Capillary
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C. CapillaryExplanation
Capillary is the smallest blood vessel in the body. It can be seen only under the microscope.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What is the longest continuous railroad?
- A.
Trans-Siberian Railroad
- B.
Trans-Manchurian Railway
- C.
Trans-Mongolian Railway
Correct Answer
A. Trans-Siberian RailroadExplanation
Trans-Siberian Railroad is the longest continuous railroad in the world, extending over 5,600 miles (9,000 kilometers).Rate this question:
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