Trivia On World Geography - 2
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- 1.
Socotra is an island belonging to what country?
- A.
Oman
- B.
Yemen
- C.
Saudi Arabia
- D.
Sudan
Correct Answer
B. YemenExplanation
Socotra is an island that belongs to Yemen. Yemen is the correct answer because Socotra is located in the Arabian Sea and is part of the country's territory.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who designed the flag of Italy?
- A.
Mussolini
- B.
Da Vinci
- C.
Napoleon
- D.
Lady Astor
Correct Answer
C. NapoleonExplanation
Napoleon is the correct answer because he is credited with designing the flag of Italy. In 1797, Napoleon Bonaparte, who was then the leader of the French army, introduced the Italian tricolor flag. The flag consists of three vertical bands of green, white, and red, representing the colors of the uniforms worn by the civic guard of Milan. This design was later adopted as the national flag of Italy when it became a unified country in 1861.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Across the world, what are the odds that a random person lives on an island?
- A.
One In 10 People
- B.
One In 10,000 People
- C.
One In 1,000 People
- D.
One In 100 People
Correct Answer
A. One In 10 PeopleExplanation
The odds that a random person lives on an island are one in ten. This means that approximately 10% of the global population lives on an island.Rate this question:
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- 4.
How many time zones are there in China?
- A.
Seven
- B.
One
- C.
Two
- D.
Four
Correct Answer
B. OneExplanation
China follows a single time zone, which is China Standard Time (CST). Despite its large geographical area, the Chinese government decided to adopt a unified time zone to maintain national unity and simplify administration. As a result, the entire country, including regions like Xinjiang in the far west, operates on the same time. This means that when it is noon in Beijing, it is also noon in all other parts of China.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How many islands is Venice, Italy, built on?
- A.
118
- B.
12
- C.
90
- D.
1
Correct Answer
A. 118Explanation
Venice, Italy, is built on 118 islands. The city is known for its unique geographical layout, as it is situated in a lagoon along the Adriatic Sea. These islands are connected by a network of canals and bridges, creating a distinct and picturesque environment. The presence of numerous islands contributes to the charm and beauty of Venice, making it a popular tourist destination.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Canada is an Indian word meaning what?
- A.
Friendly Folks
- B.
Big Village
- C.
Mountains
- D.
Cold Land
Correct Answer
B. Big VillageExplanation
The correct answer is "Big Village." This is because the word "Canada" is derived from the Iroquoian word "kanata," which means "village" or "settlement." The name was originally used by the indigenous people to refer to the village of Stadacona in present-day Quebec City. Over time, it came to represent the entire region, eventually becoming the official name of the country.Rate this question:
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- 7.
In which country in the United Kingdom is the town of Usk located?
- A.
Scotland
- B.
England
- C.
Wales
- D.
Northern Ireland
Correct Answer
C. WalesExplanation
Usk is located in Wales. The United Kingdom is made up of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Usk is not located in Scotland, England, or Northern Ireland, so the only remaining option is Wales.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which country with a total area of 91 square kilometers has The Valley as its capital city?
- A.
Anguilla
- B.
Cuba
- C.
Reunion
- D.
Tokelau
Correct Answer
A. AnguillaExplanation
Anguilla is the correct answer because it is a country with a total area of 91 square kilometers and its capital city is The Valley.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What country in Africa with Porto-Novo as its capital uses the Communaute Financiere Africaine franc as its currency?
- A.
Mali
- B.
Congo
- C.
Algeria
- D.
Benin
Correct Answer
D. BeninExplanation
Benin is the correct answer because it is the country in Africa with Porto-Novo as its capital. Additionally, Benin uses the Communaute Financiere Africaine franc as its currency.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What country about 0.9 times the size of Washington, DC uses dollar as its currency?
- A.
Congo
- B.
Cyprus
- C.
British Virgin Islands
- D.
Saint Vincent And The Grenadines
Correct Answer
C. British Virgin IslandsExplanation
The British Virgin Islands is a country about 0.9 times the size of Washington, DC that uses the dollar as its currency.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What country, slightly smaller than Texas, uses the "kyat" as its currency?
- A.
Burma
- B.
Malaysia
- C.
North Korea
- D.
Sierra Leone
Correct Answer
A. BurmaExplanation
Burma is the correct answer because it is a country slightly smaller than Texas and uses the "kyat" as its currency. The other options, Malaysia, North Korea, and Sierra Leone, do not meet both criteria.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What country slightly smaller than Maryland uses Communaute Financiere Africaine franc as its currency?
- A.
Equatorial Guinea
- B.
Armenia
- C.
French Guiana
- D.
Canada
Correct Answer
A. Equatorial GuineaExplanation
Equatorial Guinea is the correct answer because it is a country that is slightly smaller than Maryland and uses the Communaute Financiere Africaine franc as its currency. This currency is used by several countries in Central Africa, including Equatorial Guinea. Armenia, French Guiana, and Canada do not use this currency and are not slightly smaller than Maryland.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What country slightly less than one-third the size of Connecticut uses Comptoirs Francais du Pacifique franc as its currency?
- A.
French Polynesia
- B.
Cote D'ivoire
- C.
Fiji
- D.
Tuvalu
Correct Answer
A. French PolynesiaExplanation
French Polynesia is the correct answer because it is a country that is slightly less than one-third the size of Connecticut and uses Comptoirs Francais du Pacifique franc as its currency.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Which country with a total area of 1,780 square kilometers has Basse-Terre as its capital city?
- A.
Guadeloupe
- B.
Barbados
- C.
Cape Verde
- D.
Haiti
Correct Answer
A. GuadeloupeExplanation
Guadeloupe is the correct answer because it is a country with a total area of 1,780 square kilometers and its capital city is Basse-Terre.Rate this question:
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- 15.
What country uses the gourde as its currency?
- A.
North Korea
- B.
Venezuela
- C.
Uganda
- D.
Haiti
Correct Answer
D. HaitiExplanation
Haiti uses the gourde as its currency. The gourde is the official currency of Haiti and has been in circulation since 1813. It is subdivided into 100 smaller units called centimes. The gourde is widely accepted throughout the country and is used for daily transactions, including buying goods and services.Rate this question:
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