Ready to put your global knowledge to the test? Take a break from your day and play this fun guess the country by facts quiz that will challenge you to name countries based on well-known facts. From towering landmarks to delicious foods, see if you can match the fact to the right country!
Travel the world without leaving your seat as you test your knowledge of nearly 200 countries. Learn fascinating tidbits about different cultures and landmarks as you make your way through this engaging quiz. With over 7 billion people spread across the globe, each country has its own unique identity waiting to be discovered.
From the most populous country to the birthplace of pasta and gelato, every country has something special to offer. Challenge yourself to see how many countries you can correctly identify based on the clues provided. So, what are you waiting for? Dive into this quiz and show off your world trivia skills!
Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument in England. It features huge standing stones that weigh around 25 tons each -- and scientists don't really know what it's supposed to represent or how people moved the enormous rocks.
The Eiffel Tower is more than 1,000 feet tall, making it the tallest structure in all of Paris, France. It is incredibly popular, and in 2015 nearly 7 million people ascended to the top.
guess the country spends more on its military than any other?
Cuba
United States
Lithuania
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The United States' superpower status sprouted during the World War II era, and since then, America has continued to spend money as if the entire world was at war. The U.S. spends more than $600 billion each year on the military, about three times as much as second-place China.
Which country is known for a gigantic (and vital) shipping canal?
Serbia
Syria
Panama
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The Panama Canal is a vital shipping canal that creates a shortcut through the Isthmus of Panama. It is 48 miles long and saves many cargo ships thousands of miles of travel.
Under Mao Zedong, China pursued aggressive policies in expanding the size of families ... and it worked. China is now home to more than 1.3 billion people -- 1 billion more than the United States (313 million).
Which country is famous for its enormous Oktoberfest celebration?
Nigeria
Australia
Germany
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In late September, Germany holds its annual Oktoberfest celebrations. It is a massive celebration that involves dancing, singing and more than a little drinking.
Which of the following countries is renowned for producing some of the world's best long-distance runners?
China
Kenya
Iceland
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Kenya's blend of high altitude and amazing native genes produces some of the best long-distance runners in human history. At marathons all over the world, Kenyans often dominate.
Canada is the world's second-biggest country, and it is surrounded by a whole lot of water -- roughly 202,000 kilometers (125,000 miles) of it. That's more coastline than any other country.
Which country is often referred to as the birthplace of Western civilization?
Greece
South Korea
Lebanon
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Greece is the nursery that gave rise to many of the ideals of modern Western civilization. It birthed much of Western philosophical and scientific thinking, shaping the way we live our lives today.
Where would you find a world-famous beach called Los Cabos?
Norway
Mexico
Iceland
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More than 2 million people visit the Los Cabos area of Mexico each year. It is a mecca for anyone who wants to lounge in the sun and bask in limitless recreational opportunities.
Which country may soon tie with China for the title of most populous nation?
India
Iran
South Africa
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Like China, India has a sprawling population that's still growing. But unlike China, India's population skews younger, meaning that as Chinese begin to die off, India may very well pass China's population numbers ... and keep right on growing.
Which country is known for its extensive array of majestic fjords?
Norway
Tonga
Mongolia
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Norway's coastal landscape is loaded with spectacular fjords and abundant wildlife. The country also has a colorful culture and amazing Scandinavian architecture.
Huge canals and dikes are a primary feature of which country?
Somalia
Uganda
Netherlands
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The Netherlands is a coastal country in Western Europe that's constantly at war with water. The government maintains a huge system of dikes and canals to block and divert waters that would otherwise cause major flooding.
Machu Picchu is a major destination in which country?
Spain
Russia
Peru
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High in the mountains of Peru, Machu Picchu is a famous relic of the Incan culture. It is one of the most spectacular (and popular) adventure destinations on Earth.
Only country is renowned for its fabulous chocolate industry?
Switzerland
Vietnam
United States
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Switzerland has a long and storied love affair with chocolate. Those chocolates are exported all over the world, and yes, they are often rather pricey.
Only country is known for a gigantic offshore coral reef?
Venezuela
Uruguay
Australia
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Australia's famed Great Barrier Reef is so big that it is visible from space. And sadly, as the ocean warms, much of the reef is dying, threatening an ecosystem and a huge source of tourism revenue.
Which country is known as a diplomatically isolated place?
South Africa
South Korea
North Korea
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For decades, North Korea has languished under harsh autocratic rule, isolated from most of the rest of the world. Its recent forays into nuclear weapons tests may alter the political landscape of the entire world.
Which country is known for being the primary shooting location for the blockbuster trio of "The Lord of the Rings" movies?
Israel
New Zealand
China
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New Zealand is famous for its jaw-dropping landscapes, some of which seem ripped from the pages of a children's fantasy book. It was the legendary location for Peter Jackson's "The Lord of the Rings" films.
The deserts of Egypt feature gigantic pyramids built thousands of years ago. There are more than 100 pyramids that draw millions of tourists each year.