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1 Which country is the primary origin of the Blue Nile?
A Ethiopia. It then flows out to join the White Nile in Sudan to form the Nile River.
2 On an Ordnance Survey map what do the letters FB stand for?
A Footbridge. The Ordnance Survey uses specific abbreviations to denote various features, and “FB” is their standard symbol for a footbridge, which is a bridge designed for pedestrians.
3 Which mainland North American capital city lies farthest west?
A Juneau, Alaska, which is located at approximately 58°18′00″N 134°24′58″W. While other North American cities are farther west, such as those in Hawaii or other parts of Alaska, Juneau is the westernmost capital city within the continent of North America.
4 Which river forms the natural border between Cornwall and Devon?
A The Tamar. It stretches for nearly 60 miles from its source in the north of the peninsula to where it meets the English Channel near Plymouth Sound.
5 Apart from The Brecon Beacons and Snowdonia, which is the other National Park in Wales?
A Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Located in the southwest of the country, it is the only coastal National Park in the UK and is known for its dramatic cliffs, beautiful beaches, and diverse wildlife.
6 Sant Francesc Xavier is the principal town of which Balearic island?
A Formentera, located a short distance from the main ferry port.
7 Italy has land borders with France, Switzerland, Austria, San Marino, Vatican City and which other country?
A Slovenia. The other countries share borders with Italy to the north and northeast, while Slovenia is to the east.
8 Which country was once called South West Africa?
A Namibia. South West Africa was administered by South Africa following World War I and the League of Nations mandate until it gained independence and its name changed to Namibia in 1990.
9 Which river flows through Peterborough?
A Nene. It flows from Northamptonshire through Cambridgeshire and eventually into The Wash.
10 On an Ordnance Survey map what do the letters BS stand for?
A Boundary Stone. They are markers indicating the limits of administrative boundaries, such as parish or county lines.