World Geography & Destination Knowledge Flashcards

Which African country is home to the Serengeti National Park, famous for the annual Great Migration?

Answer: Tanzania

The Serengeti National Park is located in Tanzania, though the migration also crosses into Kenya's Masai Mara Reserve.

The Galapagos Islands, known for unique wildlife that inspired Charles Darwin, belong to which country?

Answer: Ecuador

The Galapagos Islands are a province of Ecuador, located about 600 miles off its Pacific coast.

Which European city is served by the Schiphol International Airport?

Answer: Amsterdam

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is one of Europe's busiest airports and serves the Dutch capital.

The Maldives archipelago is located in which ocean?

Answer: Indian Ocean

The Maldives is an island nation situated in the Indian Ocean, southwest of Sri Lanka.

Which US state contains the Grand Canyon National Park?

Answer: Arizona

The Grand Canyon is located in northwestern Arizona, carved by the Colorado River.

Petra, the ancient rose-red city carved into rock, is a major attraction in which country?

Answer: Jordan

Petra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in southern Jordan, once the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom.

Which Caribbean island is known as the 'Land of Wood and Water' and is a popular cruise destination?

Answer: Jamaica

Jamaica is nicknamed the 'Land of Wood and Water' due to its lush rainforests and numerous rivers.