Amazing Argentina. Kaleidoscope of questions. Quiz
World Geography Quiz: 100 Countries, 2,500 Questions: Educational Travel Around the Globe
Наталья Ильина

© Наталья Ильина, 2026

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Amazing Argentina. Kaleidoscope of questions. Quiz

The online quiz series “Amazing Regional Studies. Kaleidoscope of Questions. Quiz series " (100 Countries of the World) was published as separate books on the online-platforms.

Each country in the world in the series online quizzes “Amazing Country Studies: A Kaleidoscope of Questions” (100 Countries of the World) is explored through 25 questions, which encourage independent research, comparisons between countries, fact-checking and the search for patterns and differences.

If you’re interested in new technologies and territories, you’ll not only learn many interesting facts about the national characteristics of countries around the world but also learn to find analogies and generalizations when comparing nature, sociology, economics, and culture.

Each country in the “Amazing Regional Studies. Kaleidoscope of Questions. Quiz series” series is examined through 25 questions and includes a sequence of five modules.

Module 1: General Information: 1. Borders, Country Map, 2. Flag Symbolism, 3. Coat of Arms Symbolism, 4. Toponymy, Etymology of Names, 5. Money

Module 2: Nature: 1. Mountains, 3. Water Resources, 3. Landscape Features, 4. Flora, 5. Fauna

Module 3: People: 1. Nations, ethnic groups, 2. Languages, linguistics, 3. National dishes, cuisine 4. People’s way of life (rules of behavior, traditions) 5. Famous people of the past and present

Module 4: Economics: 1. Urbanization, capital city 2. Agriculture, food security 3. Export, Trade, 4. Energy, transport, technology, 5. Attractions, tourism

Module 5: Culture: 1. Music, 2. Sports, 3. Religion, 4. Holidays, festivals, 5. Art

The online quiz includes problem question and question with possible answer options.

The series of online quizzes “Amazing Russia. Kaleidoscope of Questions” (all regions) is also useful for broadening horizons, career guidance, and developing critical thinking.

Amazing Argentina. Kaleidoscope of questions. General information

Argentina General 1

Who owns Antarctica? Interestingly, Argentina’s territory includes not only the Falkland (Malvinas) Islands, which are disputed with the United Kingdom, but also the sector of Antarctica claimed by Argentina. According to the Antarctic Treaty, which came into effect on June 23, 1961, Antarctica does not belong to any country. Antarctica can be called a global scientific laboratory – there are about 77 stations on the continent, where scientists from 29 countries work. Which country did not claim Antarctica in 2022?

1. United Kingdom 2. Australia 3. Norway 4. New Zealand 5. France 6. Chile 7. China

Argentina General 2

Why is the flag often divided into three stripes? The flag of Argentina consists of three horizontal stripes of equal width – the outer ones are light blue, and the central one is white. In 1818, a yellow “Sun of May” (Spanish: Sol de Mayo) was placed in the center of the flag, symbolizing the Inca god Inti. The name “May” refers to the May Revolution of May 25, 1810, which proclaimed independence from Spain of the Viceroyalty of the Río de la Plata. Which country’s flag does not have a sun?

1. Uruguay 2. Rwanda 3. Kyrgyzstan 4. Kazakhstan 5. Antigua and Barbuda 6. Namibia 7. Slovakia 8. Japan 9. Kiribati 10. Bangladesh

Argentina General 3

Why are headwear depicted on the coat of arms? The shield of Argentina’s coat of arms is divided into azure and silver. The Phrygian cap on a staff symbolizes the struggle for freedom (it became widespread after the French Revolution of 1798 and was popular among the youth of Spanish colonies). The handshake represents agreement between the subjects of the Argentine federation. The laurel wreath signifies Argentina’s victory in the struggle for independence. Above the shield is a rising golden sun. Which country’s coat of arms does not have a Phrygian cap?

1. El Salvador 2. Cuba 3. Nicaragua 4. Bolivia 5. Colombia 6. Chile

Argentina General 4

How do countries get their names? Silver is the only metal after which an entire country was named. According to one version, Argentina was called “land of silver” because traders transporting silver from Peru along the Río de la Plata referred to the territory downstream that way; according to another version, it was due to the conquerors’ hope of finding silver. The southern tip of South America until the 19th century was occupied by a state within the Spanish Empire – the Viceroyalty of the Río de la Plata. After its dissolution, four countries appeared on the world map: Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Bolivia. Currently, most of Tierra del Fuego is located in Argentina, while some eastern islands, including Horn, belong to…

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