World Explorer Challenge

Test your geography smarts with fun, surprising questions about countries, landmarks, and maps. Ready to discover the planet and beat your own high score? Start the adventure!

  1. Which country has the most time zones when including overseas territories?
    1. China
    2. United States
    3. Russia
    4. France
  2. Which river flows through more countries: the Danube or the Rhine?
    1. Volga
    2. Rhine
    3. Seine
    4. Danube
  3. Which desert is the largest cold desert on Earth?
    1. Antarctica
    2. Gobi
    3. Sahara
    4. Arctic
  4. Which city is both a country and an island nation with a historic walled old town?
    1. Iceland
    2. Monaco
    3. Malta
    4. Singapore
  5. Which mountain range formed the border between Europe and Asia in Russia?
    1. Carpathians
    2. Caucasus
    3. Alps
    4. Urals

Answers and Explanations

  1. Question: Which country has the most time zones when including overseas territories?

    Answer: France

    Explanation: France's overseas territories spread across the globe, giving it the most official time zones. Fun fact: French territories reach into the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian Oceans and Antarctica.

  2. Question: Which river flows through more countries: the Danube or the Rhine?

    Answer: Danube

    Explanation: The Danube passes through or borders 10 countries, more than the Rhine, making it a true international river. Fun fact: The Danube starts in Germany and ends in the Black Sea.

  3. Question: Which desert is the largest cold desert on Earth?

    Answer: Antarctica

    Explanation: Antarctica receives very little precipitation and is technically a cold desert, far larger than other deserts. Fun fact: Despite being covered in ice, it's classified by dryness, not temperature.

  4. Question: Which city is both a country and an island nation with a historic walled old town?

    Answer: Singapore

    Explanation: Singapore is a sovereign city-state and island nation; it also has historic districts like Chinatown and Kampong Glam. Fun fact: It was once part of a massive British trading port network.

  5. Question: Which mountain range formed the border between Europe and Asia in Russia?

    Answer: Urals

    Explanation: The Ural Mountains are the traditional boundary separating European and Asian Russia. Fun fact: The Urals are relatively low but stretch over 2,500 kilometers north to south.