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
141
Which waterfall is the highest in Africa?
Answer:
a) Tugela Falls
Tugela Falls, at 3,110 feet, is the highest waterfall in Africa, located in South Africa, unlike Angel Falls in Venezuela.
142
Which continent has two of the top five highest waterfalls?
Answer:
a) South America
South America has two of the top five waterfalls: Angel Falls (Venezuela) and Tres Hermanas and Yumbilla Falls (Peru).
143
Which river’s drainage basin is the largest among the top three?
Answer:
a) Nile River
The Nile River’s drainage basin, at 1,293,000 square miles, is large, though the Amazon’s is typically larger in global data; based on the document, Nile is highlighted.
144
Which is the fourth highest waterfall in the world?
Answer:
a) Olo’upena Falls
Olo’upena Falls is the fourth highest waterfall, at 2,953 feet, following Tres Hermanas Falls.
145
Which is the longest river in the world?
Answer:
b) Amazon River
The Nile River is the longest river in the world, stretching 4,132 miles, longer than the Amazon (4,000 miles) or Yangtze (3,915 miles).
146
Where is Tugela Falls located?
Answer:
a) South Africa
Tugela Falls is located in South Africa, unlike Angel Falls in Venezuela or Vinnufallet in Norway.
147
What is the height of Pu’uka’oku Falls?
Answer:
a) 2,755 feet
Pu’uka’oku Falls has a height of 2,755 feet (840 meters), equal to Mattenbachfälle and James Bruce Falls.
148
Which waterfall is the highest in North America?
Answer:
a) Olo’upena Falls
Olo’upena Falls, at 2,953 feet in the USA, is the highest waterfall in North America, taller than Pu’uka’oku or James Bruce Falls.
149
What do Brazilians call the Amazon River?
Answer:
a) River Sea
Brazilians call the Amazon River the ‘River Sea’ due to its vast width and volume, unlike names associated with the Nile or other rivers.
150
What is the length of the Amazon River?
Answer:
a) 4,000 miles
The Amazon River’s length is 4,000 miles (6,400 km), slightly shorter than the Nile but longer than the Yangtze.