Quiz: Countries and Capitals
Test your knowledge of capital cities around the world in this friendly geography quiz.
What Is a Capital?
A capital is the main city of a country. It is usually where the government works and where leaders make decisions. Most capitals are large and important cities. They often have famous landmarks and beautiful old buildings. Every country has one official capital city.
Capitals Around the World
There are more than 190 countries in the world, and each one has a capital. Some capitals, like Tokyo and London, are very big cities with a large population. Others, like Wellington, are smaller but still very important. People who live in a country are called citizens. Capitals can be found on every continent in the world.
Quiz
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1What is a capital city, according to the article?
The article explains that a capital is the main city of a country.
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2Where does the government usually work?
The article says the government usually works in the capital.
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3Is Wellington a very large city?
The article says Wellington is smaller than cities like Tokyo and London, but still important.
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4What do we call people who live in a country?
The article uses the word 'citizens' for people who live in a country.
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5On how many continents can you find capital cities?
The article says capitals can be found on every continent in the world.