GeoBuff Daily Geography Trivia — Friday, June 5, 2026

GeoBuff Daily Geography Trivia, the Friday, June 5 edition — 10 geography questions with answers and explanations.

Each set is AI-assisted and reviewed by GeoBuff before it is published, and a new set is released every day.

This iconic red suspension bridge, spanning a strait connecting the Pacific Ocean to a bay, is located in which U.S. state? The answer is California. The Golden Gate Bridge, completed in 1937, spans the Golden Gate strait in San Francisco. At the time of its completion, it was the longest and tallest suspension bridge in the world.

Which U.S. state shares its name with a major tributary of the Mississippi River that forms its southern border? The answer is Ohio. The Ohio River, one of the most important tributaries of the Mississippi, shares its name with the state of Ohio and forms much of the state's southern and eastern border.

Old Faithful, one of the world's most famous geysers, is located in Yellowstone National Park in which U.S. state? The answer is Wyoming. Old Faithful is located in Yellowstone National Park, the majority of which lies in Wyoming. It erupts approximately every 90 minutes and has been a major tourist attraction since the late 1800s.

The Grand Teton mountain range, shown here, is a dramatic landmark in which U.S. state? The answer is Wyoming. Grand Teton National Park is located in northwestern Wyoming. The Teton Range rises abruptly from the valley floor of Jackson Hole, with Grand Teton peak reaching 13,775 feet (4,199 m).

The Taj Mahal, one of the world's most famous landmarks, is found in which country whose flag is shown here? The answer is India. The Taj Mahal is located in Agra, India. It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Old Faithful geyser and Yellowstone National Park are primarily located in which U.S. state? The answer is Wyoming. Yellowstone National Park, home to the famous Old Faithful geyser, is primarily located in Wyoming, with small portions extending into Montana and Idaho.

Which Asian country uses the rial as its official currency? The answer is Iran. Iran's official currency is the Iranian rial (IRR). While everyday transactions often reference the toman (equal to 10 rials), the rial remains the official monetary unit.

The Statue of Liberty, shown here, is located in the harbor of which U.S. state? The answer is New York. The Statue of Liberty stands on Liberty Island in New York Harbor. It was a gift from France, dedicated in 1886, and has become one of the most recognizable symbols of freedom worldwide.

Which European country, known for using the franc as its currency, flies this flag? The answer is Switzerland. Switzerland uses the Swiss franc (CHF) as its official currency. It is one of the few European countries that does not use the euro.

Mount Damavand, the highest volcano in Asia at over 5,600 meters, is located in which country? The answer is Iran. Mount Damavand is a stratovolcano in the Alborz mountain range and stands at 5,610 meters, making it the highest peak in the Middle East and the tallest volcano in Asia.