How Well Do You Know Rwanda?

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Welcome to the "How Well Do You Know Rwanda?" quiz! This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about Rwanda, a beautiful and culturally rich country in East Africa. Rwanda is known for its stunning landscapes, vibrant culture, and remarkable recovery from the tragic Rwandan Genocide.
In this quiz, you will face questions that cover various aspects of Rwanda's geography, history, culture, and wildlife. From identifying the capital city and widely spoken language to understanding the ethnic groups and significant events in Rwanda's past, you will explore the country's unique features. You will also encounter questions about Rwanda's renowned national parks, Read morecurrency, and notable individuals who have contributed to its conservation efforts.
Test your understanding of Rwanda and challenge yourself to see how well you know this remarkable country. Good luck!


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    What is the capital city of Rwanda?

    • A.

      Kigali

    • B.

      Nairobi

    • C.

      Addis Ababa

    • D.

      Kampala

    Correct Answer
    A. Kigali
  • 2. 

    Which language is widely spoken in Rwanda?

    • A.

      Swahili

    • B.

      French

    • C.

      Kinyarwanda

    • D.

      English

    Correct Answer
    C. Kinyarwanda
  • 3. 

    What is the nickname given to Rwanda?

    • A.

      Pearl of Africa

    • B.

      The Spice Island

    • C.

      Land of a Thousand Hills

    • D.

      The Land of Lakes

    Correct Answer
    C. Land of a Thousand Hills
  • 4. 

    Which is the largest ethnic group in Rwanda?

    • A.

      Tutsi

    • B.

      Hutu

    • C.

      Twa

    • D.

      Banyarwanda

    Correct Answer
    B. Hutu
  • 5. 

    In what year did the Rwandan Genocide occur?

    • A.

      1994

    • B.

      2003

    • C.

      1989

    • D.

      1977

    Correct Answer
    A. 1994
  • 6. 

    Which lake forms part of the border between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo?

    • A.

      Lake Victoria

    • B.

      Lake Tanganyika

    • C.

      Lake Malawi

    • D.

      Lake Kivu

    Correct Answer
    D. Lake Kivu
  • 7. 

    Who was the first President of Rwanda?

    • A.

      Yoweri Museveni

    • B.

      Uhuru Kenyatta

    • C.

      Grégoire Kayibanda

    • D.

      Cyril Ramaphosa

    Correct Answer
    C. Grégoire Kayibanda
  • 8. 

    Which famous national park in Rwanda is home to endangered mountain gorillas?

    • A.

      Serengeti National Park

    • B.

      Kruger National Park

    • C.

      Volcanoes National Park

    • D.

      Masai Mara National Reserve

    Correct Answer
    C. Volcanoes National Park
  • 9. 

    What is the currency of Rwanda?

    • A.

      Rwandan Franc

    • B.

      Tanzanian Shilling

    • C.

      Kenyan Shilling

    • D.

      Ugandan Shilling

    Correct Answer
    A. Rwandan Franc
  • 10. 

    Which renowned primatologist conducted groundbreaking research on mountain gorillas in Rwanda?

    • A.

      Jane Goodall

    • B.

      BirutÄ— Galdikas

    • C.

      Dian Fossey

    • D.

      Frans de Waal

    Correct Answer
    C. Dian Fossey

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