Geography Can you navigate your way through this great lake of trivia? Test your geography knowledge here! Published 8 months ago on March 30, 2023 By Mike Peck 0% Geography Vol. 14 The Gulf Stream is a powerful ocean current that originates in the Gulf of Mexico and flows north along the eastern coast of North America. What is it also known as? The North Atlantic Drift The South Atlantic Drift The Indian Ocean Drift The Arctic Drift Next Question Wrong! Correct! The Gulf Stream, also known as the North Atlantic Drift, is a powerful ocean current that originates in the Gulf of Mexico and flows north along the eastern coast of North America. It carries warm water from the Gulf of Mexico to the northeastern coast of the United States and Canada, providing the region with a mild climate. What is the longest river in Africa? Niger Congo Zambezi Nile Next Question Wrong! Correct! The longest river in Africa is the Nile, which runs through several countries including Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia. In what ocean is the island nation of Madagascar located? Pacific Ocean Indian Ocean Atlantic Ocean Southern Ocean Next Question Wrong! Correct! Madagascar is located in the Indian Ocean. What country is located on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe? Wales Italy Denmark Spain Next Question Wrong! Correct! The country located on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe is Spain. Which of these is not one of The Great Lakes? Superior Huron Ontario Placid Wrong! Correct! The Great Lakes are Superior, Huron, Michigan, Ontario, and Erie. Next Trivia Did You Know? There is wreckage from around an estimated 6,000 shipwrecks that rest on the bottom of the Great Lakes. Related Topics: Advertisement
