Question

Longest river in the world is ___.

• A. Nile
• B. Amazon
• C. Ganga
• D. Hwang Ho

Hint:

Remember:
• Longest River (traditional GK) = Nile
• Largest River by water discharge = Amazon

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: A river is a natural flowing watercourse that usually empties into a sea, ocean, or lake. The Nile River is traditionally recognized as the longest river in the world.
• The Nile flows through northeastern Africa.
• It passes through 11 countries.
• It is approximately 6,650 km long.

Step 1: Recall the world's longest river.
Among the given rivers: \[ \boxed{\text{Nile}} \] is traditionally considered the longest river in the world.

Step 2: Compare the other options.

• Amazon -- World's largest river by water discharge and second longest by traditional measurement.
• Ganga -- Major river of India but much shorter.
• Hwang Ho (Yellow River) -- Major river of China.

Step 3: Additional facts about the Nile.

• Originates from the Lake Victoria basin and the Ethiopian Highlands through its tributaries.
• Flows northward into the Mediterranean Sea.
• Egypt is often called the "Gift of the Nile."

Step 4: Final conclusion.
Hence, the longest river in the world is: \[ \boxed{\text{Nile}} \]