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
11
Which dam is shared by Zambia and Zimbabwe?
Answer:
Kariba Dam
The Kariba Dam is on the Zambezi River, shared by Zambia and Zimbabwe, unlike the Itaipu Dam (Brazil/Paraguay).
12
Which lake is the largest in Africa by surface area?
Answer:
Lake Victoria
Lake Victoria, at 26,828 square miles, is the largest lake in Africa by surface area, surpassing Lake Tanganyika and Lake Malawi.
13
Which dam created Lake Nasser?
Answer:
Aswan High Dam
The Aswan High Dam created Lake Nasser on the Nile River, unlike the Hoover Dam (Lake Mead) or Three Gorges Dam.
14
Which lake has the largest surface area in North America?
Answer:
Lake Superior
Lake Superior, at 31,700 square miles, is the largest lake by surface area in North America, surpassing Lake Huron and Lake Michigan.
15
Which dam is on the Yangtze River?
Answer:
Three Gorges Dam
The Three Gorges Dam is on the Yangtze River, known for its massive hydropower capacity, unlike the Aswan High Dam (Nile).
16
Which lake is also known as Lake Nyasa?
Answer:
Lake Malawi
Lake Malawi is also called Lake Nyasa, a regional name, unlike other lakes with single names.
17
Which continent has three of the top ten largest lakes?
Answer:
North America
North America has three top ten lakes: Lake Superior (2nd), Lake Huron (4th), and Lake Michigan (5th), tied with Africa.
18
Which lake is the chief reservoir of the Nile River?
Answer:
Lake Victoria
Lake Victoria is the chief reservoir of the Nile River, providing its primary water source, unlike other lakes.
19
Which lake is the deepest freshwater lake in the world?
Answer:
Lake Baikal
Lake Baikal, at 5,387 feet, is the deepest freshwater lake, surpassing Lake Tanganyika (4,823 feet) and others.
20
Which dam created Lake Mead?
Answer:
Hoover Dam
The Hoover Dam created Lake Mead, one of the largest man-made lakes, on the Colorado River, unlike the Aswan High Dam (Lake Nasser).