HaitiLibre Quiz

Rivers, lakes and rivers 1.1 HAITI

Difficulty Level: N1 Normal
Here is a 10-question quiz designed to explore Haiti's hydrographic wealth. Water is the engine of life, sculpting our landscapes and nourishing our plains. This course invites you to rediscover the vital importance of our rivers, lakes and rivers, while encouraging you to protect these precious resources for future generations. Good discovery !
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What is the longest river in Haiti and the island of Hispaniola ?

75% of players answered correctly.

THE CORRECT ANSWER: The Artibonite River

The Artibonite River is the most important and longest waterway on the entire island of Hispaniola, stretching for approximately 320 kilometers. It originates in the Dominican Republic's Central Mountain Range before flowing through Haitian territory and emptying into the Gulf of Gonâve. This river is truly the backbone of Haitian agriculture, irrigating the vast Artibonite Plain, the country's main rice-producing region. In addition to its crucial agricultural role, it is essential for national energy production thanks to the Péligre Dam, which creates one of the country's largest artificial lakes. However, the river faces major environmental challenges, including siltation and pollution. Its joint management by both nations remains a strategic issue for the sustainable development and food security of the two countries sharing the island.