World Geography Political Geography 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which organization represents most countries in the world?
- NATO
- European Union
- ASEAN
- United Nations (Correct answer)
Correct answer: United Nations
The United Nations has 193 member states, making it the most representative international organization.
Question 2: What is the capital of the United Kingdom?
- Manchester
- Edinburgh
- Birmingham
- London (Correct answer)
Correct answer: London
London is the capital of the United Kingdom and is one of the world's most influential cities.
Question 3: Which country is NOT a member of the G7?
- France
- Russia (Correct answer)
- Canada
- Japan
Correct answer: Russia
Russia was suspended from the G8 in 2014 following its annexation of Crimea, leaving the group as the G7.
Question 4: Which country has a permanent seat on the UN Security Council?
- Germany
- Brazil
- India
- France (Correct answer)
Correct answer: France
France is one of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council, along with the US, UK, Russia, and China.
Question 5: Which continent has no sovereign countries?
- Arctic
- Greenland
- Antarctica (Correct answer)
- Iceland
Correct answer: Antarctica
Antarctica has no sovereign countries and is governed under the Antarctic Treaty, signed by 54 nations.
Question 6: What is the term for a country that is landlocked?
- Island nation
- Landlocked (Correct answer)
- Coastal nation
- Peninsula state
Correct answer: Landlocked
A landlocked country has no coastline and is entirely surrounded by other countries.
World Geography Political Geography 1
Which organization represents most countries in the world?