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  • 1. 

    Portugal is on the border with Spain

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Portugal is indeed on the border with Spain. These two countries share a border that stretches for approximately 1,214 kilometers. They are located in the Iberian Peninsula, with Portugal occupying the western portion and Spain the eastern portion. The border between the two countries is defined by the natural boundary of the Douro River in the north and the Guadiana River in the south. This geographical proximity has influenced their history, culture, and trade relations throughout the years.

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  • 2. 

    The Capital of Poland is...

    • A.

      Wars

    • B.

      Paris

    • C.

      Glasgow

    • D.

      Warsaw

    • E.

      Madrid

    Correct Answer
    D. Warsaw
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Warsaw because it is the capital of Poland.

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  • 3. 

    Which Country is home to the Nokia Mobile Phone company?

    • A.

      Sweden

    • B.

      Switzerland

    • C.

      Finland

    • D.

      France

    Correct Answer
    C. Finland
    Explanation
    Nokia Mobile Phone company is based in Finland. Finland is known for being the birthplace of Nokia, a renowned telecommunications company. Nokia has been a significant player in the mobile phone industry for many years, producing a wide range of innovative and popular mobile devices. The company has made significant contributions to the development of mobile technology and has played a crucial role in shaping the global telecommunications market.

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  • 4. 

    What is the Highest Mountain in Western Europe? 

    • A.

      Ben Nevis - Scotland

    • B.

      Snowden - Wales

    • C.

      Mont Blanc - France/Italy

    • D.

      Gerlach - Slovakia

    Correct Answer
    C. Mont Blanc - France/Italy
    Explanation
    Mont Blanc is the correct answer because it is the highest mountain in Western Europe. It is located on the border between France and Italy and stands at an elevation of 4,810 meters (15,781 feet). Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in the British Isles, but it is not in Western Europe. Snowden is the highest mountain in Wales, and Gerlach is the highest mountain in Slovakia, but neither of them is in Western Europe. Therefore, Mont Blanc is the correct answer.

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  • 5. 

    Which two Countries were latest to join the European Union?

    • A.

      Romania

    • B.

      Croatia

    • C.

      Bulgaria

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Romania
    C. Bulgaria
    Explanation
    Romania and Bulgaria were the latest countries to join the European Union. This is because both countries officially became members of the EU on January 1, 2007. Their accession to the EU was a result of meeting the necessary criteria and undergoing a process of negotiation and reform. The inclusion of Romania and Bulgaria expanded the EU's membership to a total of 27 countries at the time.

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