Can You Sea This Body of Water? Quiz

Answer: Pacific

The Pacific Ocean is the largest and the deepest ocean on our planet. It takes up almost 1/3 of the world's surface and contains 20,000 to 30,000 separate islands. Although its name means calm and peaceful, this massive body of water is home to tsunamis, hurricanes, and underground volcanoes.

Answer: Nile

The Nile river is the longest river on the world. This beautiful river flows north and is home to many exotic animals including crocodiles and hippos.

Answer: The Dead Sea

Surrounded by the countries of Israel, Jordan and Palestine, the Dead Sea has the lowest elevation on land to be found on our planet. One of the saltiest bodies of water in the world, it does not support plant nor animal life. In spite of its name, it has been used for centuries by humans who believe that bathing in its waters to be beneficial to their health.

Answer: Scotland

Found in the Scottish highlands, Loch Ness and its mysterious inhabitant, are one of the biggest tourist attractions in Scotland. This long, narrow lake, is very deep, very cold, and has poor visibility, making it unusable to most divers. The ruins of Urquhart Castle can be seen on the shores of this picturesque body of water.

Answer: Mediterranean Sea

The Mediterranean Sea is an extension of the Atlantic Ocean and provides separation of Europe and Africa. Many beautiful islands lie in this body of water, which is a popular tourist destination. Full of many types of fish, shipwrecks and ancient ruins, the Mediterranean is a wonderful place to visit.

Answer: Colorado River

Rising in the Rocky Mountains, the Colorado River flows through five U.S. states before it empties into the Gulf of California. The magnificent Grand Canyon was carved from the earth by the actions of this river. The stones that have fallen down into the river during eons of erosion can be seen in the areas where white-water rapids are found.

Answer: Gulf of Mexico

The blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico provide an important waterway for ocean-bound ships leaving from many ports in North, Central, and South America. It is home to numerous types aquatic life, such as manatees, sharks, and millions of dolphins.

Answer: Lake Titicaca

Sitting high in the Andes mountains, sandwiched between the countries of Peru and Bolivia, Lake Titicaca is one of the most pristine large lakes in the world. It is fed by at least 27 different rivers, and despite its elevation and cold weather this lovely lake never freezes over.

Answer: Canada

Connecting the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean, the St. Lawrence Seaway is one of the most important shipping channels in Canada and the U.S. Completed in 1959, this manmade series of canals, locks, and channels is as important to world commerce and trade as the Panama and Suez canals are. Previously, many ships had to sail down the lengthy Mississippi river and into the Gulf of Mexico to gain access to the Atlantic.

Answer: The Coral Sea

The Coral Sea is a warm sea found off the northeastern coast of Australia and is home to the Great Barrier Reef. It teems with sharks, whales, and many other types of ocean life. Its warm, temperate climate gives rise to fierce cyclones and frequent rain.