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About This Quiz
The number of countries that are on planet earth is a topic of great discussion, but whether it's 195, 194 or 193, there are a lot! While you won't need to know nearly half as much as those, you do need to know 40 of them. But which 40? We're testing your geography skills today in a quiz that will ask you to identify a country based on three images of famous places in it.
We'll give you some easy options, like the Statue of Liberty, Mount Rushmore and the Washington Monument for the United States, but do you know about the Ait Benhaddou, Erg Chebbi Funes and Djemaa El-Fna in Morocco, or the Belvedere Palace, The Melk Abbey and Hallstatt of Austria? If you have no idea what these places look like, you might be in trouble. But then again, luck could be on your side and you may ace this test.ÂÂ
Whether you pass because of your knowledge or because of sheer dumb luck, you should still try this quiz. At the very least, you'll learn some new things about the planet we all call home. So let's get started and see if you have what it takes to be a geography major.ÂÂ
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Where is this place?
Yemen
Venezuela
Togo
United States
One of the best known states in the USA is New York; it remains a popular destination among tourists. It is home to the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, and the Brooklyn Bridge.
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Which country is this?
Slovenia
Montenegro
France
A popular stop on European tours, France is perhaps most famous for its Eiffel Tower. Other well-known landmarks found in this country are The Louvre and Palace of Versailles.
Paraguay
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Where are these places located?
Norway
Senegal
Russia
The largest country on planet Earth, Russia is known for its beautiful architecture which is unlike any other. This architecture is showcased in the Kremlin, Hermitage and St. Basil's Cathedral.
Malta
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Can you tell us the name of the country to which these landmarks belong?
Luxembourg
Ukraine
Monaco
Greece
Famous for its city of Santorini, Greece has several other beautiful landmarks, which include the Blue Dome church, Ancient Olympia, and the Acropolis of Athens.
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Which country has these places?
Kosovo
Egypt
Egypt is known as the country of pyramids and lies to the north of Africa. Here one can find the Great Sphinx, Pyramids of Giza and Luxor Temple.
Yemen
Indonesia
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These landmarks can be found in...
Costa Rica
Denmark
Situated to the north of Germany and ranked as one of the happiest countries in which to live, Denmark has a few popular landmarks. Its most famous is The Little Mermaid. The popular Lego House and Frederiksborg Castle are also found here.
Slovenia
Gambia
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What's the name of the country that has these landmarks?
Samoa
Venezuela
El Salvador
The Netherlands
Best-known for its city, Amsterdam, The Netherlands is home to the Hogue Velue, Keukenhof Gardens, and Kinderdjiik windmills.
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In which country can you find these places?
Togo
Montenegro
China
A country rich in culture, China is world-famous for its Great Wall. However, this is not the country's only landmark. The Forbidden City and Jin Mao/SWFC buildings are also found there.
Yemen
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Name this country.
Paraguay
India
The largest country found on the continent of Asia, India is famous for its Taj Mahal, Konak Sun Temple and Golden Temple of Amritsar.
Monaco
Hungary
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Choose the country which corresponds with the pictures.
Peru
One of the last-known settlements of the Incas, Peru has many historical sites and landmarks which include Machu Picchu, Cuzco City, and the Amazon Rainforest.
Ukraine
Slovenia
Norway
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Where is this place?
Cayman Islands
Senegal
England
Home of the Queen and the world's top universities, England is a popular tourist destination. Among its many landmarks are Big Ben, Tower Bridge, and Stonehenge.
Indonesia
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Which country has these places?
Luxembourg
Malta
Kosovo
United Arab Emirates
One of the world's richest countries, the UAE has become very popular. Its Palm Islands, Dubai Fountain, and Burj al Arab hotel are some of the country's iconic landmarks.
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Match the places in this picture to their country.
Italy
With so many famous cities, the landmarks in Italy are endless. Three of the best-known landmarks include the Leaning Tower of Pisa, The Colosseum, and the Trevi Fountain.
Costa Rica
Venezuela
El Salvador
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Point to the country whose name matches the images.
Samoa
Brazil
Named after a tree found in abundance along its coast, Brazil is officially named "Land of the Holy Cross." Reflective of this is its iconic Christ the Redeemer statue. Other popular landmarks include Iguazu Falls and Teatro Amazonas.
Montenegro
Yemen
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In which country can you find these three places?
Gambia
Togo
Saudi Arabia
A desert country occupying most of the Arabian peninsula, Saudi Arabia is best known for being rich in oil. It is the home of Mecca, Masak Citadel and Station of Ibrahim.
Norway
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Where is this place?
Paraguay
Ukraine
Germany
Known as "the land of poets and thinkers," Germany is a country strong in culture and diversity. An astounding place to visit, it is the home of the Berlin Wall, Neuchwanstein and the Brandenburg Gate.
Monaco
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Which country is this?
Hungary
Cayman Islands
Spain
The bearer of the Spanish language to the world, the Kingdom of Spain, as it is officially known, is home to the famous Madrid Palace, Parc Guell, and Sagrada Familia.
Brunei
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Where are these places found?
Slovenia
El Salvador
Indonesia
Japan
One of the most popular Asian countries and home to the largest car manufacturer in the world, Japan, like China, is extremely rich in culture. In addition to its cars, Japan is known for being the home of Mount Fuji, Tokyo Tower, and the Great Buddha.
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Can you tell us the name of the country these landmarks belong to?
Malta
Venezuela
Luxembourg
Turkey
Despite its social unrest, Turkey remains a popular destination amongst travelers. As the home of Saint Nicholas, a few of its must-visits are the Blue Mosque, Ephesus, and Agia Sophia.
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Which country has these places?
Romania
One of the least-known European countries, Romania is the origin of Dracula. As such, Dracula's Castle (Bran Castle) is a popular landmark. Other landmarks include The Sphinx and Palace of Parliament.
Yemen
Samoa
Montenegro
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These landmarks can be found in...
Togo
Belgium
Part French and part Dutch, the beautiful country of Belgium is not only famous for its waffles and chocolate. The Atomium, Waterloo and Manneken Pis are found here.
Norway
Paraguay
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What's the name of the country that has these landmarks?
Slovenia
Canada
Situated just north of the United States of America, the friendly country of Canada is the home of Niagara Falls, CN tower, and the Inukshuk landmark.
Ukraine
Senegal
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In which country can you find these places?
Costa Rica
Kosovo
Australia
The land down under, Australia has a larger population of kangaroos than it does people. A few of its landmarks are the iconic Sydney Opera House, Uluru in the Northern Territory, and the Twelve Apostles.
Gambia
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Name this country.
Hungary
Monaco
Cayman Islands
Ireland
The land of potatoes and home of the largest St.Patrick's Day celebration, Ireland, although part of the United Kingdom, remains physically separated from the mainland. Some of the country's landmarks include St.Patrick's Cathedral, Cliffs of Moher and Newgrange.
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Choose the country which corresponds with the pictures.
Malta
Israel
The only modern Jewish nation, Israel is called "The Holy Land" as a result of its biblical history. There are many popular religious sites in Israel. They include Al Aska Mosque, the Wailing Wall and the Mount of Olives.
Yemen
Samoa
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Where is this place?
USA
California is known for being the home of celebrities in the United States of America. Its iconic landmarks are the Hollywood sign, Hollywood Walk of Fame and Golden Gate Bridge.
Montenegro
Venezuela
El Salvador
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Which country has these places?
Slovenia
USA
Home of the current president of the United States, Washington D.C. is known for its political ambiance. The world-famous White House sits here, along with the Pentagon and Capitol Hill.
Togo
Norway
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Match the places in this picture to their country.
Paraguay
Ukraine
St. Lucia
The tropical island of St.Lucia has been a gem throughout history. Named the "Helen of the West Indies," it is home to the world-famous drive-in volcano, the Sulphur Springs, the iconic Pitons and the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception.
Indonesia
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In which country can you find these three places?
Cayman Islands
Morocco
Situated to the north of Africa, Morocco is one of the world's largest producers of sardines and cannabis. This hot and desert-like country features Erg Chebbi dune, Jemaa el-Fnaa, and Ait Benhaddou.
Costa Rica
Malta
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Where is this place?
Montenegro
Iceland
A country founded by the Vikings, Iceland is covered in ice, glaciers, and geysers. Some of the country's natural wonders are the famous Blue Lagoon, Stokkur, and Kerid.
Venezuela
Monaco
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Which country is this?
Luxembourg
Mexico
Located just south of the United States of America, Mexico has a culture influenced by pre-Hispanic civilization and Spanish colonization. The evidence of this can be seen in the many ruins found in the country. Some of these are the Teotihuacan Pyramids, Chichen Itza, and Taxco.
Slovenia
Samoa
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Where are these places found?
Paraguay
Togo
Norway
Austria
One of thirteen countries to declare neutrality, Austria, home of Mozart, is a picturesque and unique country. It is home of the famous Hallstatt town, Belvedere Palace, and Melk Abbey.
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Can you tell us the name of the country to which these landmarks belong?
Yemen
Ukraine
Colombia
Perhaps best known for being home of the notorious drug cartel led by Pablo Escobar, Colombia is the second-most diverse country in the world. Some of the country's must-see wonders are the Botero Plaza, The Lost City, and Zipaquira Salt Cathedral.
Hungary
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Which country has these places?
South Korea
Also known as the Land of the Morning Calm, South Korea relies on its export-driven economy. Some of its landmarks include the Haeinsa temple, Popchusa temple, and Mount Sorak.
Senegal
El Salvador
Gambia
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These landmarks can be found in...
Argentina
With a name derived from the Latin word meaning silver, Argentina was believed to have excessive amounts of the metal. However, instead of silver, the country has natural wonders such as the Valley of the Moon, Mount Fitzroy and Iguazu Falls.
Indonesia
Montenegro
Costa Rica
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What's the name of the country that has these landmarks?
Kosovo
Jordan
Seemingly an open-air museum due to its several ancient ruins, Jordan has had influences on the world's biggest religions. The Dead Sea, Qasr Amra, and Jerash can be found here.
Malta
Venezuela
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In which country can you find these places?
Chile
An amazing country which spans across three different climatic regions, Chile is the longest country in the world. Its most famous landmarks include El Tatio, Hand of the Desert and Easter Island.
Luxembourg
Paraguay
Monaco
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