Can You Name These Capital Cities?

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    In what capital of the world can you find the Eiffel tower?   - ProProfs

    In what capital of the world can you find the Eiffel tower?  

    • Paris
    • Marseille
    • London
    • Amsterdam
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Can you name or identify these capital cities by reading the facts about them in the quiz below? Try it now and assess your geographical knowledge. Capital cities are the administrative seats of the country's government. Usually, the most developed city in the country, the capital cities, are significant and tend to have historical landmarks. The following quiz is about the facts about a few world capital cities. How many do you know? Play this quiz and get an optimal answer to this question.

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    In which capital of the world can you go and visit the Colloseum?   - ProProfs

    In which capital of the world can you go and visit the Colloseum?  

    • Geneva

    • Rome

    • La Spezia

    • New Delhi

    Correct Answer
    A. Rome
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Rome because the Colosseum is located in Rome. It is an ancient amphitheater that was used for gladiatorial contests and other public spectacles. Rome is known for its rich history and architectural wonders, and the Colosseum is one of its most famous landmarks. It attracts millions of visitors each year who come to admire its grandeur and learn about the ancient Roman civilization.

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  • 3. 
    Which Mediterranean capital was named after a goddess?   - ProProfs

    Which Mediterranean capital was named after a goddess?  

    • Istanbul

    • Athena

    • Alexandria

    • Casablanca

    Correct Answer
    A. Athena
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Athena. Athens, the capital of Greece, was named after the goddess Athena. In Greek mythology, Athena was the goddess of wisdom, courage, and inspiration. The city of Athens was named in her honor as she was believed to be the protector and patron deity of the city.

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  • 4. 
    What is the capital of Brazil? - ProProfs

    What is the capital of Brazil?

    • Brasilia

    • Rio de Janeiro

    • Bahia

    • Sao Paolo

    Correct Answer
    A. Brasilia
    Explanation
    Brasilia is the correct answer because it is the capital of Brazil. It was specifically designed and built to be the capital and was inaugurated in 1960. Brasilia is located in the Federal District and is known for its modernist architecture, including buildings designed by renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer. Rio de Janeiro, Bahia, and Sao Paolo are all major cities in Brazil, but they are not the capital.

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    Which capital of the world was named after a term used to designate a Roman guard? - ProProfs

    Which capital of the world was named after a term used to designate a Roman guard?

    • Pretoria

    • Melbourne

    • Sydney

    • Tel Aviv

    Correct Answer
    A. Pretoria
    Explanation
    Pretoria is the correct answer because it was named after a term used to designate a Roman guard. The city was named after Andries Pretorius, a Boer leader, and the term "Pretorius" is derived from the Latin word "praetorius," which means "pertaining to a praetor" or "pertaining to a Roman guard." Therefore, Pretoria was named in reference to the Roman guard, making it the capital of the world that fits the given description.

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    Which influential capital was designed by French architect Pierre L’Enfant?   - ProProfs

    Which influential capital was designed by French architect Pierre L’Enfant?  

    • Washington DC

    • Montreal

    • Ontario

    • Berlin

    Correct Answer
    A. Washington DC
    Explanation
    The influential capital designed by French architect Pierre L'Enfant is Washington DC. L'Enfant was commissioned by President George Washington to create a plan for the capital city of the United States. His design included wide avenues, grand public spaces, and a layout that incorporated natural features like the Potomac River. L'Enfant's plan laid the foundation for the development of Washington DC as it is today, making it a significant and influential capital city.

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    Which African capital city was named after a French explorer? - ProProfs

    Which African capital city was named after a French explorer?

    • Brazzaville

    • Kinshasa

    • Nairobi

    • Dar El Salam

    Correct Answer
    A. Brazzaville
    Explanation
    Brazzaville was named after a French explorer because it was founded in 1880 by the French explorer Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza. He established a French settlement on the Congo River and named it after himself. Brazzaville became the capital of French Equatorial Africa and has remained the capital of the Republic of Congo since its independence in 1960.

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    Which capital of the world translates as "someone who comes from Aztlán"?   - ProProfs

    Which capital of the world translates as "someone who comes from Aztlán"?  

    • Mexico City

    • Buenos Aires

    • Havana

    • Port au Prince

    Correct Answer
    A. Mexico City
    Explanation
    Mexico City translates as "someone who comes from Aztlán" because Aztlán is the legendary ancestral home of the Aztecs, and "Mexica" is the Nahuatl word for Aztecs. Therefore, someone from Aztlán would be a Mexica, and Mexico City is the capital of Mexico, which is derived from the word Mexica.

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    What African capital city was named after the abolishment of slavery?   - ProProfs

    What African capital city was named after the abolishment of slavery?  

    • Freetown

    • Libreville

    • Cape Town

    • Abidjan

    Correct Answer
    A. Libreville
    Explanation
    Libreville is the correct answer because it means "Free Town" in French. It was named as such to commemorate the abolishment of slavery in the region. This name change symbolizes the city's history and its significance in the fight against slavery.

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    Which Capital city uses different terms for French and English? - ProProfs

    Which Capital city uses different terms for French and English?

    • Beijing

    • Moscow

    • Warsaw

    • Oslo

    Correct Answer
    A. Beijing
    Explanation
    Beijing is the correct answer because it is the capital city of China, where Mandarin Chinese is the official language. Mandarin Chinese has different terms for French and English, so Beijing would use different terms for these two languages. Moscow, Warsaw, and Oslo do not have this distinction in their official languages.

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