Geography

South America Regional Quiz

Andes to Amazon — explore the entire South American continent

South America Regional Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

The Amazon River discharges approximately 20% of all river water that flows into the world's oceans.

How It Works

Each round presents 10 randomized multiple-choice questions drawn from a pool of 50, so every playthrough is different. You get instant feedback with explanations after each answer, plus a shareable score at the end.

What You'll Learn

Explore all 12 South American nations, the 7,000 km Andes mountain range, the Amazon's staggering scale, the Atacama Desert's extreme aridity, Angel Falls and Iguazu Falls, pre-Columbian civilizations, the Galapagos Islands' evolutionary significance, and Patagonia's wild landscapes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 12 countries of South America?

The 12 sovereign countries of South America are Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, and Venezuela. French Guiana is an overseas territory of France.

Why is the Amazon rainforest so important to the world?

The Amazon rainforest is the world's largest tropical rainforest, spanning 5.5 million km². It produces about 6% of the world's oxygen, houses roughly 10% of all species on Earth, stores vast amounts of carbon, and influences global weather patterns through its water cycle.

What were the major pre-Columbian civilizations of South America?

The major pre-Columbian civilizations included the Inca Empire (the largest in pre-Columbian America, spanning Peru to Chile), the Muisca of Colombia, the Tiwanaku and Wari cultures of Bolivia/Peru, and the Mapuche of Chile. The Nazca (famous for their desert lines) and Moche also flourished in Peru.

Last updated: April 2026