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World Geography and Capitals

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World geography questions test knowledge of country capitals, state capitals, and the headquarters of global organizations. This hub provides extensive practice on locations like Grenada, Illinois, and the World Bank. These are highly common in SSC, banking, and railway examinations.

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World Geography and Capitals Questions

Multiple choice

What was the capital of the Byzantine Empire?

  1. Rome

  2. Constantinople

  3. Athens

  4. Jerusalem
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Constantinople was the capital of the Byzantine Empire from 330 AD to 1453 AD.

Multiple choice

Where is the ICC headquartered?

  1. The Hague, Netherlands

  2. New York City, United States

  3. Geneva, Switzerland

  4. London, United Kingdom
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Explanation

The ICC is headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the ICC's detention center?

  1. The Hague Detention Center

  2. The ICC Detention Center

  3. The International Criminal Court Detention Center

  4. The Scheveningen Detention Center
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Explanation

The ICC's detention center is called the Scheveningen Detention Center. It is located in The Hague, Netherlands.

Multiple choice

Which city was the western terminus of the Gold Road?

  1. Timbuktu

  2. Gao

  3. Djenné

  4. Kumbi Saleh
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Timbuktu was the western terminus of the Gold Road during the Middle Ages.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the ball that is held in Washington, D.C., on Inauguration Day?

  1. Inaugural Ball

  2. State of the Union Ball

  3. Executive Order Ball

  4. Veto Message Ball
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Explanation

The ball that is held in Washington, D.C., on Inauguration Day is called the Inaugural Ball.

Multiple choice

What was the capital of the Safavid Dynasty?

  1. Isfahan

  2. Tabriz

  3. Qazvin

  4. Mashhad
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Isfahan was the capital of the Safavid Dynasty. It was a major center of trade and culture, and was known for its beautiful architecture.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Ukrainian capital city that has been the target of Russian attacks?

  1. Kyiv

  2. Kharkiv

  3. Lviv

  4. Dnipro
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Kyiv, the capital city of Ukraine, has been the target of Russian attacks and has faced significant damage and loss of life during the conflict.

Multiple choice

What is the capital of France?

  1. London

  2. Paris

  3. Rome

  4. Berlin
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Paris is the capital of France.

Multiple choice

Which city served as the capital of the Ottoman Empire for most of its history?

  1. Istanbul

  2. Bursa

  3. Edirne

  4. Ankara
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Istanbul (formerly known as Constantinople) served as the capital of the Ottoman Empire from 1453 until the empire's collapse in 1922.

Multiple choice

What is the capital of Brazil?

  1. Brasília

  2. Rio de Janeiro

  3. São Paulo

  4. Salvador
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Explanation

Brasília is the capital of Brazil.

Multiple choice

What is the eighth largest city in Brazil?

  1. Manaus

  2. Recife

  3. Porto Alegre

  4. Goiânia
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Manaus is the eighth largest city in Brazil.

Multiple choice

What is the capital of Ecuador?

  1. Quito

  2. Guayaquil

  3. Cuenca

  4. Ambato
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Quito is the capital of Ecuador and is located in the northern part of the country.

Multiple choice

What is the Bank of Canada's head office located?

  1. Ottawa, Ontario

  2. Toronto, Ontario

  3. Montreal, Quebec

  4. Vancouver, British Columbia
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Explanation

The Bank of Canada's head office is located in Ottawa, Ontario.

Multiple choice

Which city is the capital of Germany?

  1. Berlin

  2. Hamburg

  3. Munich

  4. Frankfurt
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Berlin is the capital of Germany.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the capital of Colombia?

  1. Bogota

  2. Medellin

  3. Cali

  4. Barranquilla
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Explanation

Bogota is the capital of Colombia.