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World Facts and Geography

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World facts and geography encompass global statistics, technological history, and international political systems. This includes facts about research, natural resources, and democratic structures worldwide. Such questions are common in the general awareness papers of SSC, UPSC, and banking exams.

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World Facts and Geography Questions

Multiple choice

Which country was the first to elect a woman as its president?

  1. Iceland

  2. Finland

  3. Norway

  4. Denmark
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Iceland was the first country to elect a woman as its president, with Vigdís Finnbogadóttir taking office in 1980.

Multiple choice

Which country was the first to elect a woman as its prime minister in the 21st century?

  1. Germany

  2. France

  3. United Kingdom

  4. Canada
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Germany was the first country to elect a woman as its prime minister in the 21st century, with Angela Merkel taking office in 2005.

Multiple choice

Which country is renowned for its exceptional treehouse havens?

  1. Costa Rica

  2. United States

  3. Sweden

  4. Australia
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Costa Rica is widely recognized for its stunning treehouse havens, offering a unique blend of luxury and eco-friendliness amidst its lush rainforests.

Multiple choice

Which region in the United States is known for its concentration of treehouse havens?

  1. Pacific Northwest

  2. Northeast

  3. Midwest

  4. Southwest
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The Pacific Northwest, particularly Washington and Oregon, is renowned for its abundance of treehouse havens, offering breathtaking views of forests and mountains.

Multiple choice

Which country in Europe is known for its innovative treehouse havens?

  1. Sweden

  2. Germany

  3. France

  4. Italy
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Sweden is renowned for its innovative treehouse havens, often featuring modern designs and eco-friendly construction techniques.

Multiple choice

Which country is the world leader in tidal energy production?

  1. United Kingdom

  2. France

  3. China

  4. South Korea
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The United Kingdom is the world leader in tidal energy production, with a total installed capacity of over 1 GW.

Multiple choice

Which country has a long history of political graffiti and is known for its vibrant street art scene?

  1. Brazil

  2. Mexico

  3. Colombia

  4. All of the above
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Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia have a rich history of political graffiti and are known for their vibrant street art scenes, where artists use graffiti to express their political views and address social issues.

Multiple choice

Which country has the highest number of endemic bird species?

  1. Brazil

  2. Indonesia

  3. China

  4. Colombia
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Brazil is home to the largest number of endemic bird species, with over 1,800 species found nowhere else in the world.

Multiple choice

Which country provided the most support to the Royal Lao Government?

  1. China

  2. Soviet Union

  3. United States

  4. France
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The United States was the main supporter of the Royal Lao Government, providing military and financial aid throughout the war.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the subterranean sea that Professor Lidenbrock and his companions encounter during their journey?

  1. The Sea of Monsters

  2. The Sea of Fire

  3. The Sea of Darkness

  4. The Sea of Light
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The Sea of Fire is the vast and dangerous subterranean sea that Professor Lidenbrock and his companions encounter during their journey to the center of the Earth.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the giant prehistoric bird that Professor Lidenbrock and his companions encounter during their journey?

  1. The Roc

  2. The Thunderbird

  3. The Phoenix

  4. The Griffin
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The Roc is the giant prehistoric bird that Professor Lidenbrock and his companions encounter during their journey to the center of the Earth.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the ancient race of beings that Professor Lidenbrock and his companions encounter during their journey?

  1. The Atlanteans

  2. The Lemurians

  3. The Hyperboreans

  4. The Muvians
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The Atlanteans are the ancient race of beings that Professor Lidenbrock and his companions encounter during their journey to the center of the Earth.

Multiple choice

Which country is home to the world's longest motorcycle tunnel, the Lærdal Tunnel?

  1. Norway

  2. Switzerland

  3. Austria

  4. Italy
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The Lærdal Tunnel in Norway is the world's longest motorcycle tunnel, stretching over 24.5 kilometers (15.2 miles).

Multiple choice

Which country is home to the world's highest paved road, the Khardung La?

  1. India

  2. China

  3. Nepal

  4. Bhutan
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The Khardung La in India is the world's highest paved road, located in the Ladakh region of the Himalayas.

Multiple choice

Which country is home to the world's longest motorcycle bridge, the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge?

  1. China

  2. Hong Kong

  3. Macau

  4. Japan
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The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge is the world's longest motorcycle bridge, connecting Hong Kong, Zhuhai, and Macau in China.