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Geography Quiz - Countries Of The World (Questions)

This KS1 Geography quiz explores countries around the world, helping children spot flags, foods, and famous places while learning that every country is special in its own way.

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Fascinating Fact:

Countries can have special foods, like pizza in Italy or sushi in Japan.

In KS1 Geography, children begin to explore countries of the world. They look at maps and globes, learn where places are, and notice how life can be different in each country.

Key Terms

Country: A large area of land with its own government, people, and rules, such as the United Kingdom or France.
Continent: A very big piece of land made up of many countries, like Europe, Africa, or Asia.
Capital city: The main city of a country where the government usually works, such as London in the United Kingdom.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is a country in KS1 Geography?

A country is a part of the world with its own borders, government, and people. Examples include Spain, Kenya, and Japan, and each country has its own language and customs.

How do children learn about countries at KS1?

Children learn about countries by using maps, globes, and pictures. They find where countries are, look at flags, and talk about weather, buildings, clothes, and celebrations.

Why is it important to know about different countries?

It is important to know about different countries so children can understand that people live in many places, respect other cultures, and see how our world is linked together.

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[ ]	Russia
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[ ]	Nigeria
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[ ]	Peru
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[ ]	Nigeria
[ ]	Egypt
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[ ]	Kenya

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Which one of these countries is a group of islands off the coast of Asia?

[ ]	Britain
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Geography Quiz - Countries Of The World (Answers)

In which continent is China?

[ ]	Europe
[ ]	Africa
[ ]	South America
[x]	Asia

What is the capital of China? - Beijing

Which big country has the same name as an ocean?

[ ]	Australia
[ ]	Canada
[ ]	Brazil
[x]	India

The country to the west of India is called Pakistan

Which country is called the USA?

[ ]	South Africa
[ ]	China
[ ]	United Kingdom
[x]	United States of America

The USA is often called the United States, or just America

Which big country stretches from Europe all the way across Asia?

[x]	Russia
[ ]	France
[ ]	Nigeria
[ ]	Mexico

What is the capital of Russia? - Moscow

Which is the biggest country in South America?

[ ]	Peru
[x]	Brazil
[ ]	Chile
[ ]	Uruguay

The River Amazon is in Brazil

More people live in this country than in any other African country. What is its name?

[x]	Nigeria
[ ]	Egypt
[ ]	South Africa
[ ]	Kenya

Nigeria is in West Africa

Which country has the same name as a continent?

[ ]	Brazil
[ ]	China
[ ]	Spain
[x]	Australia

Can you point at Australia on a map of the world?

This country is next to the USA. It is to the south of the USA. What is its name?

[ ]	Canada
[x]	Mexico
[ ]	Turkey
[ ]	China

Canada is also next to the USA, but Canada lies to the north of the USA