General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
26891
Which is the smallest of the world’s oceans?
Answer:
The Arctic Ocean, surrounding the North Pole, is the smallest and shallowest. It is largely covered by sea ice most of the year. Despite its size, it plays a key role in climate regulation.
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Which is the second-largest ocean?
Answer:
The Atlantic is the second largest, covering about 106 million square kilometers. It is historically vital for trade between Europe, Africa, and the Americas. The Indian Ocean comes third in size.
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Which is the largest ocean on Earth?
Answer:
The Pacific Ocean covers more than 165 million square kilometers, larger than all landmasses combined. It also contains the Mariana Trench, Earth’s deepest point. It is the key ocean in global trade.
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The world’s oceanic waters are divided into how many major oceans?
Answer:
The five recognized oceans are Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Arctic, and Southern (Antarctic). Some sources list four, excluding the Southern Ocean, but the UN recognizes five. This is standard in modern exams.
26895
Which is the smallest continent by land area?
Answer:
Antarctica
Australia, though a vast country, is the smallest recognized continent. It covers about 7.7 million square kilometers. Antarctica is larger in landmass, though uninhabited for most of history.
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Which is the second-largest continent by area?
Answer:
Africa is the second largest continent after Asia, covering about 20% of Earth’s land area. It has 54 recognized countries and enormous ecological diversity. Europe is much smaller in comparison.
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Which is the largest continent by area?
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Asia is the largest continent, covering about 30% of Earth’s land area and hosting over half of the world’s population. It includes vast regions from the Middle East to East Asia. Africa comes second in size.
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The Earth’s surface is divided into how many continents?
Answer:
Most educational systems recognize seven continents: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and Antarctica. Some models combine Europe and Asia as “Eurasia,” but exams usually accept seven. The 7-continent model is most common.
26899
Etihad Airways belongs to which country?
Answer:
Etihad Airways is the second-largest airline of the UAE, based in Abu Dhabi. Emirates, another major airline, is based in Dubai. Qatar Airways represents Qatar, not the UAE.
26900
KLM is the national airline of which country?
Answer:
KLM (Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij) is the flag carrier of the Netherlands, founded in 1919. It is the oldest airline still operating under its original name. Its hub is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.