GeoBuff Daily Geography Trivia — Friday, November 6, 2026

GeoBuff Daily Geography Trivia, the Friday, November 6 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.

K2, the second-highest mountain on Earth, is located on the border of China and which country? The answer is Pakistan. K2 stands at 8,611 meters (28,251 feet) in the Karakoram Range on the border between Pakistan and China. It is widely considered the most dangerous and difficult of the 8,000-meter peaks to climb.

Which highlighted U.S. state is the nation's largest exporter of crude oil and natural gas? The answer is Texas. Texas leads the United States in crude oil and natural gas production and exports, with major operations in the Permian Basin and along the Gulf Coast.

Which Scandinavian capital is located in a country that is one of the world's leading exporters of iron ore and timber? The answer is Stockholm. Stockholm is the capital of Sweden, a major exporter of iron ore, timber, and paper products, thanks to its rich natural resources and advanced industrial sector.

The iconic Brandenburg Gate is a landmark in which European capital city? The answer is Berlin. The Brandenburg Gate is one of Berlin's most famous landmarks, originally built in the 18th century and later becoming a symbol of German reunification after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989.

Which African country is home to the Jubba and Shabelle rivers, its only two permanent rivers? The answer is Somalia. Somalia's two major rivers, the Jubba and the Shabelle, both originate in the Ethiopian Highlands and flow through the southern part of the country, providing vital water resources in an otherwise arid landscape.

Which highlighted U.S. state is home to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton? The answer is Ohio. The Pro Football Hall of Fame is located in Canton, Ohio. It was established there in 1963 because Canton was the birthplace of the American Professional Football Association, which later became the NFL.

Which U.S. state shares its name with the longest river system in North America? The answer is Mississippi. The Mississippi River, the longest river system in North America, gives its name to the state of Mississippi, which borders the river along its western edge.

The Azadi Tower, a symbol of freedom and modernity, stands in which capital city? The answer is Tehran. The Azadi Tower (Freedom Tower) was built in 1971 in Tehran to commemorate the 2,500th anniversary of the Persian Empire. It remains one of the city's most recognizable landmarks.

Which country is home to Mount Damavand, the tallest volcano in all of Asia? The answer is Iran. Mount Damavand stands at 5,610 meters (18,406 feet) in the Alborz mountain range. It is a potentially active stratovolcano and the highest peak in the Middle East and Western Asia.

Which highlighted U.S. state contains Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the contiguous United States? The answer is California. Mount Whitney stands at 14,505 feet (4,421 m) in the Sierra Nevada range and is the tallest mountain in the contiguous 48 states. It is located in eastern part of this state near the border with Nevada.