It's in the Name, Again! Quiz - Mystery Sort - Countries Edition | Cities of the World

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1. Basseterre

Answer: Countries that contain the word and

Basseterre is the capital of Saint Kitts and Nevis, a tiny island nation in the Caribbean. In fact, it is the smallest country by land area in the Western Hemisphere.

2. Port of Spain

Answer: Countries that contain the word and

Port of Spain is the capital of Trinidad and Tobago. The birthplace of iconic calypso music and the steelpan drum, this Caribbean island nation is also famous for its vibrant carnivals and parades.

3. Sarajevo

Answer: Countries that contain the word and

Sarajevo is the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Nicknamed the "Jerusalem of Europe", Sarajevo is celebrated for its religious diversity, with Muslims, Orthodox Christians, Catholics, and Jews all residing in the country.

4. Reykjavik

Answer: Countries that end with land

Reykjavik is the capital of Iceland. Nicknamed the "Land of Fire and Ice", Iceland attracts tourists for its majestic glaciers, active volcanoes, and breathtaking auroras.

5. Warsaw

Answer: Countries that end with land

Warsaw is the capital of Poland. Known for its rich history and resilience, the country is famous for its medieval architecture and cultural heritage. Malbork Castle, located in Malbork, Poland, is one of the largest castles in the world by land area.

6. Bangkok

Answer: Countries that end with land

Bangkok is the capital of Thailand. Nicknamed the "Land of Smiles", this Southeast Asian nation is celebrated for its friendly people and is home to more than 40,000 Buddhist temples, including the famous Wat Phra Kaew (the Temple of the Emerald Buddha) in Bangkok.

7. Astana

Answer: Countries that end with stan

Astana is the capital of Kazakhstan. Its name literally means "Land of the Kazakh people", and it is the largest landlocked country in the world.

8. Tashkent

Answer: Countries that end with stan

Tashkent is the capital of Uzbekistan. One of only two double-landlocked countries in the world (the other being Liechtenstein), Uzbekistan played an integral role in the Silk Road, connecting Asia and Europe for trade and cultural exchange.

9. Ashgabat

Answer: Countries that end with stan

Ashgabat is the capital of Turkmenistan. This landlocked Central Asian nation is home to the Darvaza gas crater (also known colloquially as the Door to Hell), which is a massive natural gas crater that has been burning continuously in the Karakum Desert since 1971.

10. Prague

Answer: Countries that contain the word republic

Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic, also known as Czechia. Renowned for its stunning Gothic and Baroque architecture, the city is aptly nicknamed the "City of a Hundred Spires".

11. Santo Domingo

Answer: Countries that contain the word republic

Santo Domingo is the capital of the Dominican Republic. Sharing the island of Hispaniola with Haiti, the nation is famous for its beautiful beaches and relaxing tropical climate.

12. Bangui

Answer: Countries that contain the word republic

Bangui is the capital of the Central African Republic (CAR). The country's name reflects its location in central Africa. CAR is rich in natural resources, including diamonds, gold, and uranium.

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It's in the Name, Again! Trivia Quiz

Mystery Sort - Countries Edition

Can you sort these 12 capitals into four groups of three? Hint: They are NOT grouped by their geographical locations. If you need more clues, take another careful look at the quiz title and subtitle, and see if the mystery clicks. Enjoy!