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What country, slightly smaller than Texas, uses the "kyat" as its currency?
- Burma
- Malaysia
- North Korea
- Sierra Leone

About This Quiz

Explore global geographical trivia in 'Trivia On World Geography - 2'. This quiz assesses knowledge on diverse topics from island demographics to historical flag designs, enhancing understanding of global geography and cultural insights.

2.

Who designed the flag of Italy?
- Mussolini
- Da Vinci
- Napoleon
- Lady Astor
Correct Answer

A. Napoleon

Explanation

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.

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3.

Which country with a total area of 91 square kilometers has The Valley as its capital city?
- Anguilla
- Cuba
- Reunion
- Tokelau
Correct Answer

A. Anguilla

Explanation

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.

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4.

What country in Africa with Porto-Novo as its capital uses the Communaute Financiere Africaine franc as its currency?
- Mali
- Congo
- Algeria
- Benin
Correct Answer

A. Benin

Explanation

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.

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5.

Canada is an Indian word meaning what?
- Friendly Folks
- Big Village
- Mountains
- Cold Land
Correct Answer

A. Big Village

Explanation

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.

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6.

Socotra is an island belonging to what country?
- Oman
- Yemen
- Saudi Arabia
- Sudan
Correct Answer

A. Yemen

Explanation

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.

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7.

How many time zones are there in China?
- Seven
- One
- Two
- Four
Correct Answer

A. One

Explanation

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.

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8.

What country about 0.9 times the size of Washington, DC uses dollar as its currency?
- Congo
- Cyprus
- British Virgin Islands
- Saint Vincent And The Grenadines
Correct Answer

A. British Virgin Islands

Explanation

The British Virgin Islands is a country about 0.9 times the size of Washington, DC that uses the dollar as its currency.

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9.

What country slightly less than one-third the size of Connecticut uses Comptoirs Francais du Pacifique franc as its currency?
- French Polynesia
- Cote D'ivoire
- Fiji
- Tuvalu
Correct Answer

A. French Polynesia

Explanation

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.

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10.

Which country with a total area of 1,780 square kilometers has Basse-Terre as its capital city?
- Guadeloupe
- Barbados
- Cape Verde
- Haiti
Correct Answer

A. Guadeloupe

Explanation

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.

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11.

What country slightly smaller than Maryland uses Communaute Financiere Africaine franc as its currency?
- Equatorial Guinea
- Armenia
- French Guiana
- Canada
Correct Answer

A. Equatorial Guinea

Explanation

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.

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12.

What country uses the gourde as its currency?
- North Korea
- Venezuela
- Uganda
- Haiti
Correct Answer

A. Haiti

Explanation

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.

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13.

How many islands is Venice, Italy, built on?
- 118
- 12
- 90
- 1
Correct Answer

A. 118

Explanation

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.

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14.

In which country in the United Kingdom is the town of Usk located?
- Scotland
- England
- Wales
- Northern Ireland
Correct Answer

A. Wales

Explanation

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.

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15.

Across the world, what are the odds that a random person lives on an island?
- One In 10 People
- One In 10,000 People
- One In 1,000 People
- One In 100 People
Correct Answer

A. One In 10 People

Explanation

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.

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Trivia On World Geography - 2

What country, slightly smaller than Texas, uses the "kyat" as its currency?

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Who designed the flag of Italy?

Which country with a total area of 91 square kilometers has The Valley as its capital city?

What country in Africa with Porto-Novo as its capital uses the Communaute Financiere Africaine franc as its currency?

Canada is an Indian word meaning what?

Socotra is an island belonging to what country?

How many time zones are there in China?

What country about 0.9 times the size of Washington, DC uses dollar as its currency?

What country slightly less than one-third the size of Connecticut uses Comptoirs Francais du Pacifique franc as its currency?

Which country with a total area of 1,780 square kilometers has Basse-Terre as its capital city?

What country slightly smaller than Maryland uses Communaute Financiere Africaine franc as its currency?

What country uses the gourde as its currency?

How many islands is Venice, Italy, built on?

In which country in the United Kingdom is the town of Usk located?

Across the world, what are the odds that a random person lives on an island?