Quiz: How Many Countries Can You Recognize?

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1. The Great Pyramid of Giza is located in which country?

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This ancient monument is situated on the Giza Plateau, on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt's capital.

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Quiz: How Many Countries Can You Recognize? - Quiz

Test your geographical knowledge with this captivating quiz, "How Many Countries Can You Recognize?" Challenge yourself to identify different countries from all corners of the world. This country... see morenaming quiz features a diverse range of countries, from the well-known to the lesser-known, and will put your global awareness to the ultimate test.

In this interactive and engaging quiz, you'll be presented exciting facts about each nation, and it's up to you to select the correct country from multiple choices. As you progress, the difficulty level may increase, making it an exciting journey of discovery and learning. Whether you're a travel enthusiast, a geography buff, or simply curious about the world, this quiz promises to be a fun and educational experience. Challenge your friends, beat your high score, and become a true global citizen!
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2. In which country would you find the Acropolis of Athens?

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The Acropolis, which means "high city" in Greek, is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens. The Acropolis is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's most important cultural monuments. It is a powerful symbol of the city of Athens and of the classical Greek civilization.

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3. Which country is home to the famous landmarks, the Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum?

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Both of these iconic landmarks are located in France's capital city, Paris.

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4. Which country is famous for the iconic landmark, the Great Wall?

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The Great Wall of China is a historic fortification system that was built across the country's northern borders to protect Chinese states and empires against raids and invasions. The most well-known sections of the wall were built by the Ming dynasty (1368–1644).

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5. In which country is the world's highest mountain, Mount Everest, located?

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The world's highest mountain, Mount Everest, is located on the border of two countries: Nepal and the Tibet Autonomous Region of China.

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6. What is the smallest country in the world by land area?

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It covers approximately 44 hectares, or 110 acres, which is about 0.17 square miles.

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7. Which country is known as the "Land of the Rising Sun"?

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Being on the eastern edge, it is one of the first places where the sunrise can be seen, hence the name "Land of the Rising Sun".

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8. Which European country is known for its tulips, windmills, and wooden shoes?

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The Netherlands is world-famous for its tulips and is the largest global exporter of flowers. The Netherlands is also known for its traditional wooden shoes, known as clogs or "klompen". They have been worn by Dutch people for centuries, particularly by those working in agriculture. Windmills were traditionally used for a variety of purposes, such as draining the wetlands, producing oil from seeds, and grinding grains.

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9. How many countries are there in the United Kingdom?

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The United Kingdom is made up of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. 

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10. Which country is known for the famous ancient civilization of the Incas?

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Located in South America, Peru was the center of the Inca Empire, which existed from the 13th to the 16th centuries. The Inca Empire was the largest empire in pre-Columbian America, extending across a large portion of western South America.

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11. In which country would you find the ancient city of Petra?

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Petra, also known as the Rose City due to the color of the rock in which it is carved, is an archaeological site in Jordan's southwestern desert. It was established as early as 312 BC as the capital city of the Nabatean Kingdom.

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12. Which country is known for its stunning fjords and northern lights?

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Norway is renowned for its deep, narrow, and elongated sea or lake drainages, with steep or even cliff-like sides or inlets, known as fjords. Norway, particularly its northern regions, is one of the best places in the world to observe the northern lights, a natural light display caused by the interaction of solar particles with the Earth's magnetic field. 

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13. Which country is known for the origin of the martial art form, Taekwondo?

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It was developed during the 1940s and 1950s by various Korean martial artists as a blend of the indigenous Korean fighting styles of taekkyeon, gwonbeop, and subak, with influence from foreign martial arts, such as karate and Chinese martial arts.

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14. Which country is famous for its wildlife safaris in national parks like Serengeti?

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The Serengeti National Park is perhaps the most famous of Tanzania's parks and is known for its annual migration of over 1.5 million white-bearded (or brindled) wildebeest and 250,000 zebra, and numerous Nile crocodile and honey badger.

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15. The Maasai Mara National Reserve is located in which country?

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The Maasai Mara is a large game reserve in Narok County, southwestern Kenya, contiguous with the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. It is named after the Maasai people, the traditional inhabitants of the area, and the Mara River, which divides it.

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The Great Pyramid of Giza is located in which country?
In which country would you find the Acropolis of Athens?
Which country is home to the famous landmarks, the Eiffel Tower and...
Which country is famous for the iconic landmark, the Great Wall?
In which country is the world's highest mountain, Mount Everest,...
What is the smallest country in the world by land area?
Which country is known as the "Land of the Rising Sun"?
Which European country is known for its tulips, windmills, and wooden...
How many countries are there in the United Kingdom?
Which country is known for the famous ancient civilization of the...
In which country would you find the ancient city of Petra?
Which country is known for its stunning fjords and northern lights?
Which country is known for the origin of the martial art form,...
Which country is famous for its wildlife safaris in national parks...
The Maasai Mara National Reserve is located in which country?
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