What The Quiz Covers
| Topic | Examples |
|---|---|
| Capitals | Canberra, Brasília, Wellington, Nairobi |
| Physical geography | Mountains, rivers, lakes, deserts, ocean trenches |
| Countries | Largest, smallest, most populous, transcontinental |
| Lines on the map | Equator, Prime Meridian, time zones |
| Famous places | Petra, the Dead Sea, the Strait of Gibraltar |
Each game picks 15 questions at random from a pool of 36, so replaying gives you a new challenge.
How It Works And How It Is Scored
Pick an answer and you see straight away whether it was right, with a short explanation that often adds an interesting fact. At the end you get your score and a list of the questions you missed.
| Score | Rating |
|---|---|
| 0% to 40% | New explorer |
| 41% to 60% | Keen traveller |
| 61% to 80% | Skilled navigator |
| 81% to 100% | Master cartographer |
Sample Questions
What is the capital of Australia?
Canberra. It was purpose-built as a compromise between Sydney and Melbourne, which both wanted to be the capital.
Which country has the most time zones?
France, with 12, thanks to overseas territories in the Caribbean, Indian Ocean and Pacific.
What is the largest island in the world?
Greenland. Australia is larger but is classed as a continent.
Common Geography Traps
Many geography questions catch people out because the most famous city is not the capital:
| Country | Largest city | Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Sydney | Canberra |
| Canada | Toronto | Ottawa |
| Brazil | São Paulo | Brasília |
| Turkey | Istanbul | Ankara |
| New Zealand | Auckland | Wellington |
| Switzerland | Zurich | Bern |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the questions the same each time?
No. Every game draws 15 random questions from a pool of 36.
How can I get better at geography?
Look at a map regularly, learn capitals by region, and connect places to stories or news. Our world capitals quiz is a good practice tool.
What is a good geography quiz score?
Above 60% shows strong knowledge; above 80% is excellent.
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