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
Choose from the options below, the longest river in the world..
Choose from the options what is the largest desert in the world..
Select from the options what causes tides to occur..
What is the highest mountain peak in the world with a height of 8848 m?..
How big is the entire Arab world?..