Question 1: Today, we are on the stunning Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Which country are we in?
- Iceland
- Finland
- Norway
Correct Answer: Iceland
Fact: Iceland boasts volcanoes, geysers, glaciers, and the northern lights. The Nordic nation’s capital, Reykjavík, is a vibrant cultural hub with attractions like the Hallgrímskirkja Church and the National Museum.
Question 2: Which Jules Verne novel was inspired by an Icelandic volcano?
- Journey to the Center of the Earth
- The Green Ray
- Two Years’ Vacation
Correct Answer: Journey to the Center of the Earth
Fact: ‘Journey to the Center of the Earth’ is an 1864 science fiction novel by the French author. It follows Professor Otto Lidenbrock, his nephew Axel, and their Icelandic guide Hans as they rappel into Snæfellsjökull on a perilous adventure beneath the Earth’s surface. They navigate volcanic tunnels and ancient caverns in a quest for scientific discovery and survival.
Question 3: Which is the world’s largest peninsula?
- Arabian
- Scandinavian
- Horn of Africa
Correct Answer: Arabian
Fact: The total area of the Arabian Peninsula, also known as Arabia, is over 1,200,000 square miles. It is connected to mainland Asia and is surrounded by the Red Sea, the Arabian Sea, and the Persian Gulf.