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