Mountains and Mountain Ranges MCQs

Practice Mountains and Mountain Ranges MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering the Himalayas, Karakoram Range, Aravalli Range, Vindhya Range, Satpura Range, Western Ghats, Eastern Ghats and major mountain ranges of the world frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.

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Question #1 Report Error
Which mountain range is often referred to as the 'Roof of the World'?
A. The Himalayas
B. The Andes
C. The Pamir Mountains
D. The Rockies

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Pamir Mountains, located in Central Asia, are popularly known as the 'Roof of the World' due to their high elevation.

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Question #2 Report Error
The Pyrenees mountains form a natural border between which two countries?
A. Germany and Austria
B. Spain and Portugal
C. France and Spain
D. France and Italy

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Pyrenees form the natural border between France and Spain, separating the Iberian Peninsula from the rest of Europe.

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Question #3 Report Error
Mount Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe, is located in which mountain range?
A. The Carpathians
B. The Urals
C. The Alps
D. The Caucasus Mountains

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Mount Elbrus is the highest peak in the Caucasus Mountains and is widely considered the highest peak in Europe.

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Question #4 Report Error
Which of the following mountain ranges is known for its volcanic activity?
A. The Cascades
B. The Aravallis
C. The Urals
D. The Eastern Ghats

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Cascade Range in North America is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire and includes active volcanoes like Mount St. Helens and Mount Rainier.

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Question #5 Report Error
The Drakensberg is the highest mountain range in which country?
A. Ethiopia
B. Morocco
C. South Africa
D. Kenya

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Drakensberg is the highest mountain range in Southern Africa and is located primarily in South Africa and Lesotho.

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Question #6 Report Error
Which mountain range is famous for the 'Valley of Ten Peaks'?
A. The Southern Alps
B. The Canadian Rockies
C. The Swiss Alps
D. The Himalayas

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Valley of the Ten Peaks is a valley in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies, known for the ten notable peaks that surround it.

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Question #7 Report Error
The Carpathian Mountains are located primarily in which region?
A. Scandinavia
B. Central and Eastern Europe
C. The Balkans
D. Western Europe

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Carpathian Mountains form a large arc across Central and Eastern Europe, passing through countries like Slovakia, Poland, Romania, and Ukraine.

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Question #8 Report Error
Which mountain range is often called the 'Backbone of North America'?
A. The Appalachian Mountains
B. The Rocky Mountains
C. The Sierra Nevada
D. The Coast Mountains

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Rocky Mountains are frequently referred to as the 'backbone of North America' due to their extensive north-south span.

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Question #9 Report Error
The Zagros Mountains are located in which country?
A. Iraq
B. Iran
C. Turkey
D. Afghanistan

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Zagros Mountains are the largest mountain range in Iran, extending across its western and southwestern regions.

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Question #10 Report Error
Which range is considered the oldest mountain range in the world?
A. Ural Mountains
B. Appalachian Mountains
C. Aravalli Range
D. Himalayas

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Aravalli Range is one of the oldest fold mountain systems in the world, dating back to the Proterozoic era.

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