Geography of Wales - Test
  • 1. Which of the following is the capital city of Wales?
A) Swansea
B) Aberystwyth
C) Cardiff
D) Bangor
  • 2. Which sea borders Wales to the west?
A) Irish Sea
B) Baltic Sea
C) North Sea
D) Mediterranean Sea
  • 3. What is the highest mountain in Wales?
A) Cadair Idris
B) Ben Nevis
C) Snowdon
D) Pen-y-Fan
  • 4. Wales is known for its coal mining industry. Which region in Wales was historically famous for coal mining?
A) West Wales
B) North Wales
C) South Wales
D) Mid Wales
  • 5. Which river runs through the capital city of Cardiff?
A) River Taff
B) River Usk
C) River Dee
D) River Severn
  • 6. What is the name of the Welsh language channel operated by the British Broadcasting Corporation?
A) S4C
B) BBC Cymru
C) Welsh TV
D) Cymru Television
  • 7. Who is the patron saint of Wales?
A) Saint George
B) Saint Patrick
C) Saint David
D) Saint Andrew
  • 8. Which Welsh festival is celebrated on March 1st in honor of the patron saint of Wales?
A) Eisteddfod
B) National Eisteddfod of Wales
C) St. David's Day
D) Gŵyl Fair y Canhwyllau
  • 9. What is the traditional Welsh dish made with stewed lamb and vegetables called?
A) Welsh Rarebit
B) Cawl
C) Bara brith
D) Laverbread
  • 10. Which international airport serves as the main gateway to Wales?
A) Bangor Airport
B) Cardiff Airport
C) Swansea Airport
D) Aberystwyth Airport
  • 11. Which famous Welsh poet wrote the poem 'Do not go gentle into that good night'?
A) Dylan Thomas
B) Llywarch Hen
C) Gwyneth Lewis
D) R. S. Thomas
  • 12. In which national park can you find the picturesque village of Beddgelert in Wales?
A) Ynys Mon (Anglesey) National Park
B) Brecon Beacons National Park
C) Snowdonia National Park
D) Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
  • 13. Which famous castle in Wales is known for its iconic red walls?
A) Conwy Castle
B) Caernarfon Castle
C) Cardiff Castle
D) Harlech Castle
  • 14. What is the name of the island off the northwest coast of Wales known for its rugged beauty and Celtic history?
A) Holy Island
B) Bardsey Island
C) Puffin Island
D) Anglesey
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