Globe-Trotting: Geography Quest!

Discover cool facts about countries, landmarks, and maps. Fun challenges for curious 12+ kids—ready to explore the world? Tap start and let the adventure begin!

  1. Which river forms most of the border between the United States and Mexico?
    1. Rio Grande
    2. Colorado River
    3. Mississippi
    4. Rio Chama
  2. Which African country has the largest population but is not the largest by area?
    1. Ethiopia
    2. Egypt
    3. South Africa
    4. Nigeria
  3. Which Asian capital city is located on two continents?
    1. Moscow
    2. Ankara
    3. Istanbul
    4. Baku
  4. Which US state has the longest coastline if you include its islands and bays?
    1. Florida
    2. California
    3. Alaska
    4. Hawaii
  5. Which mountain range separates Europe from Asia along parts of Russia?
    1. Carpathians
    2. Caucasus
    3. Altai
    4. Urals

Answers and Explanations

  1. Question: Which river forms most of the border between the United States and Mexico?

    Answer: Rio Grande

    Explanation: The Rio Grande flows from Colorado to the Gulf of Mexico and serves as the boundary for much of the US–Mexico border. Fun fact: Its Spanish name is Río Bravo, meaning “wild river.”

  2. Question: Which African country has the largest population but is not the largest by area?

    Answer: Nigeria

    Explanation: Nigeria is Africa's most populous country, while Algeria is the largest by land area. Fun fact: Nigeria has over 200 million people and hundreds of ethnic groups.

  3. Question: Which Asian capital city is located on two continents?

    Answer: Istanbul

    Explanation: Istanbul spans Europe and Asia across the Bosporus Strait, making it a transcontinental city. Fun fact: It was once called Byzantium and later Constantinople.

  4. Question: Which US state has the longest coastline if you include its islands and bays?

    Answer: Alaska

    Explanation: Alaska's vast coastline, including many islands and inlets, is far longer than any other US state. Fun fact: Its coastline exceeds 33,000 miles when counting all islands.

  5. Question: Which mountain range separates Europe from Asia along parts of Russia?

    Answer: Urals

    Explanation: The Ural Mountains run north–south and are the traditional boundary between Europe and Asia. Fun fact: The range is rich in minerals and stretches about 1,500 miles.