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
71
Where is Lake Victoria located?
Answer:
Africa
Lake Victoria is located in Africa, bordered by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, unlike lakes in North America, Asia, or Australia.
72
Which lake is the third largest in the world?
Answer:
Lake Victoria
Lake Victoria is the third largest lake in the world by surface area, following the Caspian Sea and Lake Superior, and is larger than Lake Huron.
73
Which countries border Lake Superior?
Answer:
USA, Canada
Lake Superior is bordered by the USA and Canada, unlike the Caspian Sea, Lake Victoria, or Lake Malawi, which have different bordering countries.
74
What is the maximum depth of Lake Superior?
Answer:
1,332 feet
Lake Superior has a maximum depth of 1,332 feet (406 meters), deeper than Lake Huron (750 feet) or Lake Michigan (923 feet), but shallower than Lake Tanganyika.
75
What is the mean surface elevation of Lake Superior?
Answer:
600 feet above sea level
Lake Superior’s mean surface elevation is 600 feet (180 meters) above sea level, higher than Lake Huron (577 feet) or Lake Michigan (579 feet).
76
What is the drainage basin area of Lake Superior, excluding its surface area?
Answer:
49,300 square miles
Lake Superior’s drainage basin, excluding its 31,700 square mile surface area, is 49,300 square miles, different from the basins of Lake Huron or Lake Michigan.
77
In which continent is Lake Superior located?
Answer:
North America
Lake Superior is located in North America, bordered by the USA and Canada, unlike lakes in Africa, Asia, or Australia.
78
By volume, where does Lake Superior rank among freshwater lakes?
Answer:
Third largest
Lake Superior is the third largest freshwater lake by volume, behind Lake Baikal and Lake Tanganyika, despite having the largest surface area.
79
Which lake is the world’s largest freshwater lake by surface area?
Answer:
Lake Superior
Lake Superior is the world’s largest freshwater lake by surface area, covering 31,700 square miles, larger than Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, or Lake Baikal.
80
Which lake is the second largest in the world?
Answer:
Lake Superior
Lake Superior is the second largest lake in the world by surface area, following the Caspian Sea, and is larger than Lake Victoria or Lake Huron.