How does this quiz work?
10 random questions are drawn from a pool of 42 countries. Each question shows the correct capital mixed in with 3 wrong answers as 4 multiple-choice options. Pick an answer to see immediately whether you're right, then move on to the next question.
Why learn world geography?
Knowing the capitals of countries around the world is basic knowledge that comes in handy for travel, understanding the news, and following world affairs. Questions are drawn evenly from Asia, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Oceania, so you build a well-rounded sense of world geography.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can the same question repeat?
Within a single game (10 questions), the same country won't be repeated, but starting a new game picks a fresh random set, so questions can overlap with a previous game.
Is there a flag-based version of this quiz?
Yes β check out the World Flag Quiz to test your knowledge of national flags instead.