Quiz on the Sahara Desert

What is the size of the Sahara Desert?

• 5.2 million square kilometers

• 9.2 million square kilometers

• 12.5 million square kilometers

• 3.6 million square kilometers

Which countries are covered by the Sahara Desert?

• India, China, Japan, Australia

• Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Ethiopia

• Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru

• Algeria, Chad, Egypt, Libya

What is the type of climate in the Sahara Desert?

• Tropical rainforest climate

• Temperate climate

• Hot desert climate

• Mediterranean climate

What is the average annual rainfall in the Sahara Desert?

• 100 mm

• 50 mm

• 25 mm

• Less than 10 mm

What is the meaning of the name 'Sahara'?

• Mountain

• Desert

• River

• Oasis

Which desert is the largest hot desert in the world?

• Kalahari Desert

• Arabian Desert

• Sahara Desert

• Gobi Desert

What is the maximum daytime temperature in the Sahara Desert?

• 40°C

• 70°C

• 50°C

• 60°C

What is one of the challenges faced by the Sahara Desert?

• Heavy rainfall

• Water abundance

• Snowstorms

• Desertification

Which part of the Sahara Desert has not received rain for years?

• Eastern part

• Northern part

• Western part

• Southern part

What is the nighttime temperature range in the Sahara Desert?

• Above freezing

• Below freezing

• Around 0°C

• 10°C