GeoBuff Daily Geography Trivia — Thursday, July 9, 2026

GeoBuff Daily Geography Trivia, the Thursday, July 9 edition — 10 geography questions with answers and explanations.

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Which European country's national football team is nicknamed 'The Red Devils' and reached the FIFA World Cup semi-finals in 2018? The answer is Belgium. Belgium's national football team, known as 'The Red Devils,' had a golden generation featuring players like Kevin De Bruyne and Eden Hazard, reaching the 2018 World Cup semi-finals in Russia.

Many Stephen King novels and their film adaptations — including 'It,' 'The Shawshank Redemption,' and 'Pet Sematary' — are set in which U.S. state? The answer is Maine. Stephen King, who was born and raised in Maine, has set the majority of his novels and their film adaptations in the state. Fictional Maine towns like Derry and Castle Rock are iconic in horror literature.

Which U.S. state borders eight other states — more than any other — and stretches from the Appalachian Mountains in the east to the Mississippi River in the west? The answer is Tennessee. Tennessee shares borders with eight states: Kentucky, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Missouri, tying it for the most bordering states.

Which European country is one of the world's largest exporters of the product shown here? The answer is Norway. Norway is one of the world's largest exporters of salmon. Norwegian salmon farming is a massive industry, making the country a dominant player in the global seafood market.

The Rhine River flows through which European country before emptying into the North Sea? The answer is Germany. The Rhine is one of Europe's major rivers, flowing through Germany for a significant portion of its length before reaching the Netherlands and the North Sea.

Which U.S. state contains more than 50 peaks above 14,000 feet, commonly known as 'fourteeners,' including Mount Elbert? The answer is Colorado. Colorado is famous for its 58 peaks that rise above 14,000 feet. Mount Elbert, at 14,440 feet, is the highest summit in the Rocky Mountains and the highest point in the state.

The Yangtze, the longest river in Asia, flows entirely within which country? The answer is China. The Yangtze River stretches approximately 6,300 km (3,917 miles) and flows entirely within China, making it the longest river in Asia and the third longest in the world.

Which European country is home to this ancient landmark? The answer is Italy. The Colosseum is an ancient amphitheatre located in Rome, Italy. Built in the 1st century AD, it is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world.

The Mackenzie River, the longest river system in this North American country, flows northward into the Arctic Ocean. Which country's flag is this? The answer is Canada. The Mackenzie River stretches about 4,241 km and is Canada's longest river system, draining a vast area of the Northwest Territories into the Arctic Ocean.

Which Asian country is the world's largest exporter of palm oil, an ingredient found in roughly half of all supermarket products? The answer is Indonesia. Indonesia is the world's largest producer and exporter of palm oil, accounting for over half of global production. The industry is centered on the islands of Sumatra and Borneo.