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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 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

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 its founding in 330 AD until its fall in 1453 AD.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the current capital of Vietnam?

  1. Hanoi

  2. Ho Chi Minh City

  3. Da Nang

  4. Hai Phong
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Hanoi is the current capital of Vietnam. It is located in the northern part of the country and is the second largest city in Vietnam.

Multiple choice

What was the capital of the Qin Dynasty?

  1. Xianyang

  2. Luoyang

  3. Beijing
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Xianyang was the capital of the Qin Dynasty and was located in present-day Shaanxi province.

Multiple choice

In which city was Prophet Muhammad born?

  1. Mecca

  2. Medina

  3. Jerusalem

  4. Damascus
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Prophet Muhammad was born in the city of Mecca, located in present-day Saudi Arabia.

Multiple choice

What is the capital of Venezuela?

  1. Caracas

  2. Maracaibo

  3. Valencia

  4. Barquisimeto
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Caracas is the capital of Venezuela.

Multiple choice

Which city was the capital of the Mongol Empire?

  1. Beijing

  2. Samarkand

  3. Karakorum

  4. Baghdad
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Karakorum was the capital of the Mongol Empire from 1235 to 1260.