The Underground Rivers of Mexico - Exam
- 1. Which region of Mexico is known for its extensive underground river systems?
A) Yucatán Peninsula
B) Mexico City
C) Baja California
D) Chiapas
- 2. What is the name of the largest underground river in the Yucatán Peninsula?
A) Rio Secreto
B) Cenote Ik Kil
C) Cenote Dos Ojos
D) Sac Actun
- 3. What natural feature often indicates the presence of an underground river?
A) Cenotes
B) Deserts
C) Mountains
D) Lakes
- 4. What is the term used for the entrance to an underground river?
A) Spring
B) Riverbank
C) Cenote
D) Estuary
- 5. Which ancient civilization used cenotes for rituals and sacrifices?
A) Aztec
B) Maya
C) Olmec
D) Zapotec
- 6. Which popular tourist location features underground rivers and cenotes in the Riviera Maya?
A) Coba
B) Tulum
C) Xcaret
D) Chichen Itza
- 7. What substance primarily contributes to the acidity of rainwater affecting limestone?
A) Sulfur dioxide
B) Methane
C) Ozone
D) Carbon dioxide
- 8. In which state is the Grutas de Tolantongo located, famous for its thermal waters?
A) Hidalgo
B) Oaxaca
C) Guerrero
D) Veracruz
- 9. Which underground river is known for its stunning stalactites and stalagmites?
A) Cenote Xkeken
B) Cenote Samula
C) Rio Secreto
D) Cenote Sagrado
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