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This is a quiz about rock formations around the world. You will probably know some of these.

A photo quiz by dcpddc478. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
dcpddc478
Time
3 mins
Type
Photo Quiz
Quiz #
394,031
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
8 / 10
Plays
230
Last 3 plays: parrotman2006 (8/10), GoodwinPD (10/10), Guest 64 (5/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. In which golden US state would you find the monolith known as the Giant Rock? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. The monolith known by indigenous populations as Uluru is also known by which other name? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. What type of rock formation is the Big Flowerpot on Flowerpot Island, Canada? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Where are you if you see these white cliffs? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Found in the Caribbean, this was the spine of Mt. Pelee on which island? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. The Fremouw Formation is a rock formation found where? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. What is the name of this arch found in Constantine, Algeria? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. What was the name of this rock formation on Cannon Mountain, New Hampshire? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Vedauwoo rocks are located in North Dakota.


Question 10 of 10
10. What are the rock formations at Pedra do Baś, Brazil, made from? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. In which golden US state would you find the monolith known as the Giant Rock?

Answer: California

The Giant Rock stands seven stories high. This large free-standing boulder covers 5,800 square feet. Native Americans find this site sacred and it is also a gathering place for UFO enthusiasts.
2. The monolith known by indigenous populations as Uluru is also known by which other name?

Answer: Ayers Rock

Ayers Rock is a large rock monolith located in the Northern Territory in central Australia. It was given that name in 1873 by the surveyor William Gosse, in honour of Sir William Ayers, who was Chief Secretary of South Australia at the time. This location is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is considered sacred by the Aboriginal tribes in the area, who have been calling it "Uluru" for rather longer.
3. What type of rock formation is the Big Flowerpot on Flowerpot Island, Canada?

Answer: Sea Stack

Caused by wave erosion, a sea stack is a geological rock formation found on the coasts of larger seas or oceans. Softer rock is worn away by the waves and the remaining harder rock forms a free-standing column.
4. Where are you if you see these white cliffs?

Answer: Dover, England

The White Cliffs of Dover in Kent, England, are famous throughout the world. They are made basically of chalk and are often one of the first sights you see when sailing to England. On a clear day, they are visible from the French coast.
5. Found in the Caribbean, this was the spine of Mt. Pelee on which island?

Answer: Martinique

Found in Martinique, Mt Pelee is a rock volcano which 100 years ago had this volcanic plug. These are outgrowths of rock that are caused when magma spewing from a volcano hardens around the rim.
6. The Fremouw Formation is a rock formation found where?

Answer: Antarctica

Found in the Transantarctic Mountains of Antarctica, the Fremouw Formation is a fossil-laden rock formation. It was partially caused by the Beardmore Glacier which runs down one side. In the far distant past, this area was a lush forest full of animals.
7. What is the name of this arch found in Constantine, Algeria?

Answer: The Natural Arch

Known as the Natural Arch this rock formation is made from limestone. It is known for its spectacular vistas during rain and during melting snow. It is found over the Ravine of the Rhumel.
8. What was the name of this rock formation on Cannon Mountain, New Hampshire?

Answer: Old Man of the Mountain

The Old Man of the Mountain was a series of granite cliffs made by the glaciation of New Hampshire about 12,000 years ago. The face of a man could be seen when looking to the north. Unfortunately, this rock formation can no loner be seen, as most of it fell off the side of the mountain in 2003.
9. Vedauwoo rocks are located in North Dakota.

Answer: False

The Vedauwoo rocks are located in Medicine Bow, Wyoming. They are granite outcroppings of unusual shapes. They are popular for camping and for rock climbing, and are some of the oldest rocks found in Wyoming.
10. What are the rock formations at Pedra do Baś, Brazil, made from?

Answer: Gneiss

These gneiss rock formations are very old rocks in located the Mantiqueira Mountains. These rocks are favorites of rock climbers who come from all over the world to climb them.
Source: Author dcpddc478

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