Multiple choice general knowledge

The world's oldest known city is

  1. Cairo

  2. Damascus

  3. Budapest

  4. Beijing
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Damascus in Syria is widely considered the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world, with evidence of settlement dating back to 8000-10000 BCE. Cairo, Budapest, and Beijing are ancient cities but significantly younger than Damascus.

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