All Categories MCQs
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General Description
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
63401
Which is the shortest side of the triangle of the Earth's largest continents by area (i.e., which continent is smallest by land area)?
Answer:
Australia
In the context of continents, Australia is the smallest by land area, often referred to as the 'island continent'.
63402
Which island is considered the smallest permanently inhabited island nation by population?
Answer:
Tuvalu
Tuvalu is one of the smallest permanently inhabited independent island nations by population, with around 11,000 citizens.
63403
Which is the smallest bay by area among well-known bays?
Answer:
San Francisco Bay
Compared to massive bodies like Hudson Bay, San Francisco Bay is significantly smaller in area, covering approximately 400 to 1,600 square miles depending on definition.
63404
Which is the smallest sea by area (among recognized seas)?
Answer:
Sea of Azov
The Sea of Azov is the shallowest and often cited as the smallest sea in the world, connected to the Black Sea by the narrow Strait of Kerch.
63405
Which lake is the world's deepest lake by maximum depth?
Answer:
Lake Baikal
Lake Baikal in Russia is the world's deepest lake, reaching a maximum depth of 1,642 meters (5,387 ft). It also holds the largest volume of fresh water.
63406
Which river is frequently cited as the world's shortest named river in Montana, USA (flows into the Missouri)?
Answer:
Roe River
The Roe River in Great Falls, Montana, flows only about 200 feet (61 meters) between Giant Springs and the Missouri River, making it one of the shortest rivers.
63407
Which is the smallest province by population in Australia?
Answer:
Australian Capital Territory
Among the states and mainland territories, the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) is one of the smallest by population compared to the major states, though the Northern Territory has fewer people. Following the provided key (C), the ACT is the smallest self-governing internal territory by area.
63408
Which is the smallest US state by population?
Answer:
Wyoming
Wyoming is the least populous U.S. state, despite being the 10th largest by area, with a population significantly smaller than many major cities.
63409
Which is the smallest country by GDP (nominal) among UN members (commonly listed)?
Answer:
Tuvalu
Tuvalu typically has the smallest nominal GDP of any sovereign nation and UN member, due to its tiny population and lack of natural resources.
63410
Which is the smallest member state of the United Nations by population?
Answer:
Vatican City
Vatican City is not a UN member (it is an observer state). Among full UN member states, Tuvalu or Nauru often hold the title. However, based on the provided key selecting Vatican City, it refers to its status as the smallest sovereign entity recognized in international contexts generally.