- 1. Virunga National Park, located in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is one of Africa's oldest and most biodiverse national parks, established in 1925. It spans an area of over 7,800 square kilometers and is a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its stunning landscapes, which include active volcanoes, lush forests, and various ecosystems ranging from swamps to savannas. The park is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife, including the critically endangered mountain gorillas, which attract conservationists and tourists from around the world. Virunga is also rich in cultural history, housing various ethnic communities that coexist with its natural heritage. The park faces numerous challenges, including poaching, habitat destruction, and the effects of regional conflicts, which have put immense pressure on its flora and fauna. Despite these challenges, dedicated conservation efforts are in place to protect its unique biodiversity and the vital ecosystems that support it, making Virunga National Park a symbol of resilience and hope for conservation in Africa.
What year was Virunga National Park established?
A) 1980
B) 1925
C) 1960
D) 1945
- 2. Which endangered species is primarily protected in Virunga?
A) Mountain Gorilla
B) Snow Leopard
C) African Elephant
D) Sumatran Tiger
- 3. Which volcanic mountain range is located within Virunga National Park?
A) Virunga Mountains
B) Rocky Mountains
C) Andes Mountains
D) Appalachian Mountains
- 4. What significant body of water borders Virunga National Park?
A) Lake Victoria
B) Lake Edward
C) Lake Tanganyika
D) Lake Kivu
- 5. What organization is involved in the protection of Virunga?
A) World Wildlife Fund
B) Nature Conservancy
C) Greenpeace
D) Virunga Foundation
- 6. What is a major threat to the wildlife in Virunga?
A) Ecotourism
B) Wildlife observation
C) Poaching
D) Reforestation
- 7. What is the area of Virunga National Park?
A) 10,500 square kilometers
B) 3,200 square kilometers
C) 7,800 square kilometers
D) 5,000 square kilometers
- 8. In addition to mountain gorillas, which animal can be found in Virunga?
A) Dolphin
B) Penguin
C) Okapi
D) Camel
- 9. Virunga National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since what year?
A) 1979
B) 1993
C) 2000
D) 1985
- 10. Which volcanic mountain is found in Virunga National Park?
A) Mount Kenya
B) Kilimanjaro
C) Mount Meru
D) Mount Nyiragongo
- 11. What is the local currency in the Democratic Republic of Congo?
A) Ugandan Shilling
B) Rwandan Franc
C) Congolese Franc
D) US Dollar
- 12. Which historical figure is associated with the establishment of the park?
A) Franklin D. Roosevelt
B) Queen Elizabeth II
C) Albert I of Belgium
D) Winston Churchill
- 13. In which UNESCO designation does Virunga National Park fall?
A) Biosphere Reserve
B) World Heritage Site
C) Cultural Landscape
D) Geopark
- 14. What type of ecosystem is Virunga National Park primarily known for?
A) Wetlands
B) Rainforest
C) Grassland
D) Tundra
- 15. What is the climate like in Virunga National Park?
A) Polar
B) Tropical
C) Desert
D) Temperate
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