Test your geographic knowledge
For many people, the term ‘geography’ conjures up memories of a subject studied in the early years of high school involving maps, mountains and meridians.
But you might be surprised to learn that modern geography is about much more than knowing that the capital city of Brunei is Bandar Seri Begawan.
She adds that this type of knowledge is invaluable for solving some of the most significant global problems. ‘Geography can offer unique and vital solutions to uneven development, socio-spatial inequality, building sustainable environments, climate change and so on.’
Example of the test
What is the highest mountain peak in the world with a height of 8848 m?..
Where is Big Ben? Which weighs about 12.5 tons..
What is the largest country in the world in terms of area? Which has an area of 17,075,200 km2..
Choose from the options what is the largest desert in the world..
What is the largest continent in the world in terms of area? Which has an area of 44,579,000 km2..
