Fractured African Capitals Trivia Quiz

Answer: Moroni

MORE = to have a greater amount.
OWE = having to pay someone back.
KNEE = the joint between the thigh and lower leg

Moroni is the capital city of the island nation of Comoros. Founded roughly around the 10th Century by Arab settlers, it has become a hub for vanilla, coffee, and cocoa products. Moroni is one of the few African cities where there is a predominantly Sunni Muslim population with estimates at roughly 98-99%.

Answer: Khartoum

CAR = a vehicle
TOOM = an old Scottish and North English word meaning empty or vacant.

Khartoum is the largest center and capital city in the Sudan. Founded in 1821, it was initially built as part of the slave trade. In modern times, Khartoum has been a center for fleeing refugees as it has been a destination for those leaving Ethiopia, Chad, and Uganda in search of peace and freedom. Unfortunately, Khartoum has not had its shortages of controversies including hostage crisis in 1973, the housing of Osama Bin Laden in the 1990s, and issues associated with child soldiers and the Darfur rebel group.

Answer: Rabat

RUB = to move one's hand back and forth repeatedly.
HAT = an accessory that can be worn on the head.

Rabat is the capital city of Morocco. It is a port city and has been an economic powerhouse in both Morocco as well as the rest of Africa. Known for its production of textiles and its tourism industry, it is one of the top ranked travel destinations in the world. Rabat is the center of foreign embassies to the rest of the world making is a political powerhouse as well.

Answer: Praia

PRY = to move or raise something with leverage.
AWE = to be in wonder or amazement.

Praia is the capital city of the West African island nation of Cape Verde. It is both a shipping and commercial center for the country noted for exports of tropical fruit, coffee, and sugar. The city also has a large fishing industry. Noted landmarks in the city include the Albuquerque Square and the Presidential Palace that show the strong Portuguese historical influence on the nation.

Answer: Algiers

ALL = everything.
JEERS = making rude and obnoxious remarks to someone.

Algiers is the capital city of the North African nation of Algeria. One of two capital cities whose names are similar to the country they the capital of (the other being Tunisia's capital Tunis), it is an ancient city whose roots date back to the year 944. It is found on the coastline of the Mediterranean Sea and a major port center in the region. In modern times, it has become a very luxurious city that includes expensive hotels, thermal spas, education facilities, and medical centers.

Answer: Ouagadougou

WHY = a question of reasoning.
GAW = a narrow or trench-like depression.
DO = to accomplish or execute something.
GOO = a sticky substance.

Ouagadougou is the capital city of Burkina Faso. The origin of the name dates back to the 15th Century and is believed to roughly translate to "head war chief's village". During the colonization period in Africa, Burkina Faso was ruled by the French, and Ouagadougou is a predominantly French city. Its main industries are centered around the cotton and agricultural sectors.

Answer: Bujumbura

BOO = a term often used to make someone jump in fear.
JUMP = to clear off the ground.
BURROW = a hole or tunnel often used by rabbits or foxes.

Bujumbura is the capital city of Burundi. Located on Lake Tanganyika, it is heavy exporter of coffee, tin, and cotton. In 2014, the city had an unusual law passed that "banned jogging" for any reason for fear that it might be used as a cover for "subversion". In March 2014, twenty-one people were sentenced to life in prison for violating this ban.

Answer: Cairo

KAW = the language of the Kansa people.
ROW = to propel a vessel.

Cairo is the capital of Egypt. It is the cultural and historical center of the nation and is ranked in the top twenty most populated countries in the world. The city thrives on cultural tourism that includes beautiful nightlife, opera houses, markets, and ancient Egyptian culture. Major tourist attractions include the Tafir Square, Cairo Opera House, and The Egyptian Museum.

Answer: Kampala

CAMP = to lodge in a tent.
ALLAH = the Supreme Being in Islamic culture.

Kampala is the capital city of Uganda. In the 21st Century, it has become one of the fastest developing cities on the African continent. Various industries have set up within the city including Pepsi-Cola. Kampala has one of the most ethnically diverse populations in Africa due to the fact that inter-tribal marriage is rare. Most people in the city identify by their tribal roots and speak their indigenous languages. Ethnic groups in the city include the Basoga, Acholi, and Langi people.

Answer: Luanda

LEW = A short form of a male given name such as Lewis or Llewellyn.
ANN = An English female name.
DAH = An echoic word used to designate the dash of Morse Code.

Luanda is the capital city of Angola. Located on the coastline with the Atlantic Ocean, it is the primary seaport for the country. Historically, its roots date back to the 1700s when the Angolan region was explored and eventually a colony of the Portuguese. In 1975, Angola became an independent nation by which time Luanda was already a modernized city. In the early 21st century, it is one of the poorer cities in Africa with limited clean water and infrastructure. Transportation for goods has been restricted due to civil war and the destruction of surrounding railway systems. Luanda is known for manufacturing goods such as processed foods, textiles, and building materials to support the working class within the city.