Home: Quiz List: Written for the Bus Ride

1.

  Saint Vincent and the Grenadines    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Okay, it's an island nation. What else do you know, or can you deduce, about Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Apr 18 21

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Apr 18 21
4649 plays

2.

  Barbados, Land of the Flying Fish    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Come make a flying visit to an island nation about half the size of New York City.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Feb 10 19

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Feb 10 19
3122 plays

3.

  Calypso Country - Trinidad and Tobago    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Trinidad and Tobago is the home of calypso music, steel bands and limbo. But that's not all there is to know about this tropical country - come and see.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Oct 22 11

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4482 plays

4.

  "The Land, the People, the Light" - Saint Lucia    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

While you're cruising the Caribbean, you might enjoy a visit to this tiny island nation, home of two Nobel Laureates - Arthur Lewis (Economics, 1979) and Derek Walcott (Literature, 1992).

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, May 01 23

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May 01 23
4655 plays

5.

  A Provincial Tour of Zimbabwe    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Zimbabwe is divided into 8 provinces and 2 cities with provincial status for administrative purposes. Check out the interesting features of these areas.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Feb 19 18

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Feb 19 18
4460 plays

6.

  Republic of Benin, Formerly Dahomey    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

How much do you know about this French-speaking country on the 'Slave Coast' of Western Africa?

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Sep 21 12

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4651 plays

7.

  The Landlocked Kingdom of Lesotho    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Basutoland was renamed the Kingdom of Lesotho upon independence from the United Kingdom in 1966. Its name means 'land of the people who speak Sesotho', a Bantu language spoken by 90% of the Basotho. Come explore their land.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Mar 31 20

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Mar 31 20
4625 plays

8.

  Honduras: "Free, Sovereign and Independent"    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Its national flower is an orchid, its national bird is the Scarlet Macaw - how much more exotic can a country get?

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Dec 19 12

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4141 plays

9.

  Exploring Kosovo    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The Republic of Kosovo is a self-proclaimed state considered by some to be a UN-administrated region of Serbia called the Autonomous Province of Kosovo and Metohija. This quiz focuses on the geography of the region, not its history or politics.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Oct 22 11

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4736 plays

10.

  Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The islands of Sao Tome and Principe were named by Portuguese explorers (around 1470) for St Thomas and St Anthony, on whose feast days they were discovered; in 1502 Santo Antao was renamed Ilha do Principe in honor of the prince of Portugal. Interested?

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Jul 04 22

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Jul 04 22
4038 plays

11.

  "We Stand With God" in Vanuatu    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Come find out more about Vanuatu (formerly called New Hebrides), a tropical island nation with some significant environmental problems.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Jan 18 15

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4368 plays

12.

  They Came to Baghdad    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

In the current political climate, Baghdad may not seem a tourist magnet. Why not try a virtual visit to a city with a rich and fascinating cultural history?

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Sep 24 18

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Sep 24 18
3622 plays

13.

  "Work, Justice and Solidarity" in Guinea    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The Republic of Guinea, in West Africa, is a former French colony in which 24 different ethnic groups reside. This quiz focuses on the geography, rather than the history and politics, of one of the poorest countries in the world.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Oct 22 11

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3791 plays

14.

  'Independence, Freedom, Islamic Republic' - Iran    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Such is the official motto of the Islamic Republic of Iran. This quiz explores the geography, rather than the culture and history, of this ancient country referred to (from the 6th century BCE until 1935) in most European languages as Persia.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Nov 18 21

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Nov 18 21
4794 plays

15.

  Qatar, aka Dawlat Qatar    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The State of Qatar is locally known as Dawlat Qatar. Come find out some more interesting snippets about the country best known to trivia buffs as the only country whose name starts with Q.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Aug 09 10

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3746 plays

16.

  A Chilean Challenge    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The national motto of Chile is "By reason or by force". Be reasonable and take my quiz - don't make me force you!

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Feb 15 24

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Feb 15 24
4733 plays

17.

  Celebrating Thailand    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Thailand has a number of culturally significant holidays and festivals filling their calendar. Let's join in the celebrations and learn something of the reasons for them!

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Feb 26 20

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Feb 26 20
3945 plays

18.

  Cities of Syria    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

As you visit ten of the major cities in the Syrian Arab Republic, there's plenty to discover about the region and its history. NB - many variant spellings exist, as many terms have been transliterated from Arabic script.

Easier, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Jan 11 15

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3740 plays

19.

  My Golden Bengal    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

Let's explore some of the national icons of one of the most densely populated countries of the world.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Feb 16 20

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Feb 16 20
2325 plays

20.

  Exploring South Korea by Map    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

Come see some of the interesting questions that are raised about a country by different kinds of maps.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Nov 12 21

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Nov 12 21
4273 plays

21.

  The Saudi Arab Kingdom    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

Come explore al-Mamlaka al-'Arabiyya as-Su'udiyya, a land known to many primarily from such movies as "Lawrence of Arabia". This is the real thing!

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Oct 22 11

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4286 plays

22.

  Republic of Costa Rica    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

Come visit the Central American country whose national motto is "Long live work and peace". This quiz shouldn't be too much like hard work. (Clicking on the image to make it larger may help you answer some questions.)

Easier, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Jun 01 17

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3916 plays

23.

  Zambia, Proud and Free    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

The national anthem of Zambia is "Stand and Sing of Zambia, Proud and Free". Since the country gained independence in 1964, this has been a fitting call. Note: there is valuable information in the pictures. Clicking will make them larger.

Easier, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Apr 15 21

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Apr 15 21
3270 plays

24.

  Cote d'Ivoire, Land of Hope    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

The opening line of "L'Abidjanaise", the national anthem of Cote d'Ivoire, is (in English) "We salute you, oh land of hope". Times may be tough, but there is always hope. (Clicking photos makes them larger if you want to see more detail.)

Easier, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Aug 25 13

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3701 plays

25.

  Dawn's Early Light    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

Kiribati

Kiribati claimed to be the first country to welcome the new millennium (and every other day since 1995) by the dawn's early light. (Clicking on the image to make it larger might help you work out some answers.)

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Mar 18 23

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Mar 18 23
4077 plays

26.

  Man, It's a Manat!    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

You can learn a lot about a country by exploring the symbols used on its currency. Azerbaijan is a case in point, so let's look at some manats and qәpiks. Clicking the image to enlarge it may help you see valuable clues.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Sep 08 17

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Sep 08 17
4616 plays

27.

  Let's Tour Timor-Leste    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

In 2002, The Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste (short form Timor-Leste, sometimes called East Timor) was established as the first new nation of the 21st century. Here's a brief look at some points of interest.

Easier, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Apr 03 18

Recommended for grades: 9,10,11,12

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Apr 03 18
3691 plays

28.

  South Sudan Oyee!    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

"South Sudan Oyee!" is the national anthem of the state which was established on 9 July 2011. "Oyee" can be translated into English as "Hooray", indicating the national sense of jubilation on achieving independence after a long struggle.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Sep 03 22

Recommended for grades: 7,8,9,10,11,12

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Sep 03 22
1635 plays

29.

  Piznai Ukrainu! (Discover Ukraine!)    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

The 2007 project 'Piznai Ukrainu!' (Discover Ukraine!) gave Ukrainians a chance to vote on the Seven Wonders of Ukraine, to which three additions were made by the government. Let's have a look at these sites of national significance.

Easier, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Sep 24 18

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Sep 24 18
3621 plays

30.

  Touring the United Arab Emirates    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

They're not very large in size, but there's plenty of interest to see as you tour these seven monarchies united under a central presidency. Come see!

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Feb 24 19

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Feb 24 19
3139 plays

31.

  Copper, Cypress - Cyprus!    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Let's explore this island country in the eastern Mediterranean Sea.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Nov 16 20

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Nov 16 20
3795 plays

32.

  Slovenia, Land of Diversity    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Located in southeastern Europe, Slovenia is historically, culturally and geographically a place where varied regions come together to produce a country of diversity.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, May 30 22

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May 30 22
3192 plays

33.

  Taiwan (Republic of China)    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

While Taiwan is not recognized by the United Nations, many countries do recognize it as an independent country. The political situation is complex, this quiz is not.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Nov 20 18

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Nov 20 18
3442 plays

34.

  The Thunder Dragon Kingdom - Bhutan    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

This little-known landlocked nation deserves a visit, as there is much to see. Why not explore it right now?

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, May 16 19

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May 16 19
7102 plays

35.

  Equatorial Guinea - Unity, Peace, Justice    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

The national motto of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea is in the title of this quiz - admirable goals, indeed. Let's find out more about the country, with maps and pictures.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Jan 18 12

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3501 plays

36.

  Papua New Guinea - Unity in Diversity    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

Let's explore one of the most culturally, linguistically and geographically diverse nations in the world - Papua Niugini (to use their own name for themselves in the official language of Tok Pisin).

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Feb 08 12

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1024 plays

37.

  Some Tourist Highlights of Papua Niugini    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

One of the world's least-explored and most culturally diverse lands offers a variety of fascinating tourist experiences for those who are hardy (and daring) enough for the experience. The rest of you can enjoy exploring them in this quiz.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Feb 08 12

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2872 plays

38.

  Touring Togo    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

Togo is a tropical West African nation with a multitude of ethnic groups to lend variety to a land where subsistence agriculture, and trade based on it, is the way of life for the majority of citizens.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Jun 26 23

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Jun 26 23
3855 plays

39.

  Scintillating Slovakia    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Let's visit one of the states that was formed during the turbulent 1990s in Eastern Europe - Slovakia became an independent state on 1 January, 1993, but the land itself was not affected by the political changes.

Easier, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Jul 10 14

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3181 plays

40.

  Danish Delights    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

Why not come tour some of the sights of delightful Denmark?

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Jan 06 18

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Jan 06 18
4543 plays

41.

  M is for Madagascar    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Let's explore the marvels of Madagascar with an M-themed quiz.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Feb 16 20

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Feb 16 20
3298 plays

42.

  My Belarusy    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

'My Belarusy' (English translation 'We Belarusians') is the unofficial title of the national anthem of Belarus, originally written when it was known as the Byelorussian Soviet Socialist Republic, in 1955. Come find out more!

Easier, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Aug 01 21

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Aug 01 21
3391 plays

43.

  Georgia's Strength is in Unity    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

Or so the national motto decrees. Come explore this country located where Europe and Asia meet, and find out why Georgia is on my mind.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Oct 15 12

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990 plays

44.

  Across All Micronesia    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

'Across All Micronesia', also known as 'Patriots of Micronesia', is the national anthem of the Federated States of Micronesia, a small Pacific nation with a big history, at which we will take a look.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Sep 19 18

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Sep 19 18
2580 plays

45.

  When the Kiwis Storm Your Doorstep    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Do you remember the accomplishments of these ten famous New Zealanders? Bonus: more Kiwis will be offered as incorrect options in some questions.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Feb 04 15

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1207 plays

46.

  Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

Welcome to the smallest nation in the Americas, a place that values Country Above Self, according to their national motto.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, May 29 21

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May 29 21
2721 plays

47.

  Pining For the Fjords    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

This quiz is about Norway, a country known for its fjords, not the classic Monty Python 'Dead Parrot' sketch (which is well worth a look, too).

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Nov 17 19

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Nov 17 19
2790 plays

48.

  Sierra Leone: Realm of the Free    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

Such is the claim of the national anthem of the Republic of Sierra Leone, "High We Exalt Thee, Realm of the Free". It hasn't always been an accurate description of the country, but it is an admirable aim.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Aug 30 16

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2556 plays

49.

  Kosovar Kaleidoscope    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

The word kaleidoscope comes from Greek words meaning viewing beautiful shapes; figuratively it refers to a constantly changing pattern. Both uses are apt for Kosovo - let's explore.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Feb 16 20

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Feb 16 20
1013 plays

50.

  Some Postage Stamp Heroes of Magical Moldova    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

The people chosen to be shown on a nation's stamps offer insights into the country's history and values. Let's look at some people who have appeared on Moldovan stamps.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Jul 06 17

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Jul 06 17
2126 plays

51.

  Tropical Paradise    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

You may think of Samoa as a Pacific island paradise, but its history has been far from tranquil, due to its strategic location.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Nov 16 18

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Nov 16 18
1984 plays

52.

  Seriously Serbian    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

If you're seriously interested in visiting Serbia, but seriously short of the necessary cash, perhaps this survey of some aspects of Serbian culture can help.

Easier, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Jan 23 21

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Jan 23 21
2027 plays

53.

  Yemen: The Right Side of Felicity    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

The name Yemen may come from 'yamin', meaning right, or it may come from 'yumn', meaning felicity, since it is so fertile for the region. The Romans called it 'Arabia Felix', meaning Happy Arabia, in contrast to 'Arabia Deserta'.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Sep 17 21

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Sep 17 21
2053 plays

54.

  Yeah, Man, It's Yemen    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

On 'Friends', Chandler pretended he had been transferred to Yemen, then was forced to actually fly there. Your visit is strictly voluntary and free!

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, May 31 15

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492 plays

55.

  Pakistan, 'Land of the Pure'    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

The name Pakistan can be translated into English as 'Land of the Pure', since the Persian words 'Pak' and 'istan' mean (respectively) 'pure' and 'place of'. The country has a number of purely fascinating aspects, of which these are just a few.

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Sep 28 22

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Sep 28 22
1961 plays

56.

  Republic of the Union of Myanmar aka Burma    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

Despite its long history, Myanmar is not as familiar to many as some of its neighbours, so let's fix that!

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Mar 20 17

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2411 plays

57.

  Udzima wa Komori (Union of the Comoros)    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

This tiny island nation deserves to be better-known than it is. Care to learn more?

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Mar 04 21

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Mar 04 21
1608 plays

58.

  Mauritius: "Stella Clavisque Maris Indici"    

Photo Quiz

 10 Qns

As its national motto indicates, Mauritius considers itself to be the star of, and the key to, the area where it is found. Happy exploring!

Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Jun 27 23

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Jun 27 23
396 plays