World General Knowledge Quiz
World general knowledge covers countries, capitals, landmarks, organisations and notable discoveries. The quiz is designed for exam preparation and broad everyday knowledge.
What this quiz covers
- Countries and capitals
- Landmarks and geography
- International organisations
- Discoveries and inventions
Study tip: Learn facts in groups, for example by continent, rather than as one long list.
Questions, answers and explanations
1. Which is the largest continent in the world?
- Africa
- Europe
- Asia
- North America
Answer: Asia
Asia is the largest continent on Earth.
2. Which is the largest ocean in the world?
- Atlantic Ocean
- Indian Ocean
- Pacific Ocean
- Arctic Ocean
Answer: Pacific Ocean
The Pacific Ocean is the world's largest ocean.
3. What is the capital of Japan?
- Kyoto
- Tokyo
- Osaka
- Nagasaki
Answer: Tokyo
Tokyo is the capital city of Japan.
4. Which country has the largest population?
- India
- China
- USA
- Brazil
Answer: India
India currently has the world's largest population.
5. Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
- Earth
- Venus
- Mars
- Jupiter
Answer: Mars
Mars is called the Red Planet because of its reddish surface.
6. Which is the smallest continent?
- Europe
- Australia
- Antarctica
- South America
Answer: Australia
Australia is the smallest continent.
7. Which country is famous for the Eiffel Tower?
- Italy
- Germany
- France
- Spain
Answer: France
The Eiffel Tower is located in Paris, France.
8. Which is the longest river in the world?
- Amazon
- Indus
- Nile
- Yangtze
Answer: Nile
The Nile River is generally considered the longest river in the world.
9. Which country is known as the Land of the Rising Sun?
- China
- Japan
- Thailand
- South Korea
Answer: Japan
Japan is known as the Land of the Rising Sun.
10. Which is the largest desert in the world?
- Sahara
- Arabian
- Gobi
- Antarctic Desert
Answer: Antarctic Desert
The Antarctic Desert is the world's largest desert.
11. Which country is famous for the Great Wall?
- India
- China
- Japan
- Russia
Answer: China
The Great Wall is one of China's most famous landmarks.
12. Which is the largest country in the world by area?
- Canada
- China
- Russia
- USA
Answer: Russia
Russia is the largest country in the world by land area.
13. Which city is known as the Big Apple?
- Los Angeles
- Chicago
- New York
- London
Answer: New York
New York City is popularly called the Big Apple.
14. Which is the tallest mountain in the world?
- K2
- Mount Everest
- Nanga Parbat
- Kangchenjunga
Answer: Mount Everest
Mount Everest is the highest mountain above sea level.
15. Which country hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup?
- Qatar
- Brazil
- Russia
- France
Answer: Qatar
The 2022 FIFA World Cup was hosted by Qatar.
16. Which country is known as the Land of Maple Leaf?
- Canada
- Sweden
- Norway
- Finland
Answer: Canada
Canada is known as the Land of the Maple Leaf.
17. Which is the smallest country in the world?
- Monaco
- Maldives
- Vatican City
- Singapore
Answer: Vatican City
Vatican City is the smallest independent country in the world.
18. Which is the longest wall in the world?
- Berlin Wall
- Great Wall of China
- Hadrian's Wall
- Western Wall
Answer: Great Wall of China
The Great Wall of China is the longest wall ever built.
19. Which country is famous for the pyramids?
- Mexico
- Egypt
- India
- Peru
Answer: Egypt
The Great Pyramids of Giza are located in Egypt.
20. Which is the largest rainforest in the world?
- Amazon Rainforest
- Congo Rainforest
- Daintree Rainforest
- Sundarbans
Answer: Amazon Rainforest
The Amazon Rainforest is the world's largest tropical rainforest.