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
Select from the options below where the Amazon River is located..
Choose at least two choices of nicknames for the Mediterranean..
Where is Big Ben? Which weighs about 12.5 tons..
What is the machine that scientists use to study the stars?..
Choose from the options what is the largest desert in the world..
