Countries General Knowledge Quiz

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Do you know enough about different countries of the world? To test your knowledge right now, we have brought this "Countries general knowledge" quiz for you. These questions will be based on different common facts and information related to different countries. Whether it be their culture, history, or other facts, try to answer as many questions correctly as you can. Just go for it and have a tour around the world.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Which country's flag is this?

    • A.

      Portugal

    • B.

      Cape Verde

    • C.

      Columbia

    • D.

      Brazil

    Correct Answer
    D. Brazil
    Explanation
    The flag shown in the question belongs to Brazil. The flag of Brazil features a green field with a large yellow diamond in the center, containing a blue circle with 27 white five-pointed stars. The stars represent the 26 states of Brazil and the Federal District. The green and yellow colors on the flag represent the royal houses of Braganza and Habsburg, which ruled Brazil in the past.

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  • 2. 

    Which country has the largest population?

    • A.

      China

    • B.

      India

    • C.

      The United States

    • D.

      Russia

    Correct Answer
    A. China
    Explanation
    China has the largest population among the given options. It is known for its high population density and has consistently held the title of the most populous country in the world. With a population of over 1.4 billion people, China surpasses all other countries in terms of population size.

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  • 3. 

    Which of these countries got its independence in 1947?

    • A.

      Germany

    • B.

      Bangladesh

    • C.

      China

    • D.

      India

    Correct Answer
    D. India
    Explanation
    India gained its independence from British colonial rule on August 15, 1947. This marked the end of over 200 years of British rule in India and the birth of the independent nation of India. The independence movement in India was led by various leaders and organizations, including Mahatma Gandhi and the Indian National Congress. The struggle for independence in India was characterized by non-violent resistance and civil disobedience, ultimately leading to India becoming a sovereign nation.

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  • 4. 

    Name this language

    • A.

      Hebrew

    • B.

      Urdu

    • C.

      Arabic

    • D.

      Spanish

    Correct Answer
    C. Arabic
    Explanation
    Arabic is the correct answer because it is a language that is widely spoken in the Middle East and North Africa. It is the official language of many countries, including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Morocco. Arabic is known for its unique script and rich literary tradition. It is also one of the six official languages of the United Nations.

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  • 5. 

    Which of these is not an Asian country?

    • A.

      Japan

    • B.

      Russia

    • C.

      UK

    • D.

      Nepal

    Correct Answer
    C. UK
    Explanation
    The correct answer is UK because it is not located in Asia. Japan, Russia, and Nepal are all Asian countries, but the UK is located in Europe.

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  • 6. 

    Which of these countries is the smallest?

    • A.

      China

    • B.

      Japan

    • C.

      Russia

    • D.

      India

    Correct Answer
    B. Japan
    Explanation
    Japan is the smallest country among the given options. While China, Russia, and India are all large countries in terms of land area and population, Japan is relatively smaller. It is an island nation located in East Asia and has a smaller land area compared to the other countries. Additionally, Japan has a smaller population compared to China and India, further supporting its status as the smallest country among the options provided.

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  • 7. 

    Which country are these dancers from?

    • A.

      Thailand 

    • B.

      Mali

    • C.

      China 

    • D.

      Venezuela 

    Correct Answer
    A. Thailand 
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Thailand. This can be determined by identifying the traditional costumes and dance style of the dancers in the image, which are characteristic of Thai culture.

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  • 8. 

    Which language is this?

    • A.

      Japanese 

    • B.

      Javanese

    • C.

      Chinese 

    • D.

      Thai

    Correct Answer
    A. Japanese 
    Explanation
    This language is Japanese because it is written in the Japanese script. The other options, Javanese, Chinese, and Thai, are written in different scripts and have distinct linguistic features that differentiate them from Japanese.

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  • 9. 

    Which country has this flag?

    • A.

      Kuwait

    • B.

      Saudi Arabia

    • C.

      Iraq

    • D.

      Libya

    Correct Answer
    A. Kuwait
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Kuwait because the flag shown in the question matches the flag of Kuwait. The flag consists of three horizontal stripes of equal width. The top stripe is green, the middle stripe is white, and the bottom stripe is red. This flag design is unique to Kuwait and is easily identifiable.

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