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1. Surrounded by South Africa and Mozambique, Eswatini is a landlocked African nation. In which part of the African continent is Eswatini located?
2. Occupying an area of 17,364 square kilometers, which of the following statements best describes the land area of Eswatini compared to the other African nations?
3. Geographically speaking, Eswatini is located in the Southern Hemisphere. What is the nation's claim to fame with regards to its location, that it shares with Lesotho, New Zealand, and Uruguay?
4. Despite its size, Eswatini has a wide range of geographical landscapes. Which of the following landscapes can one NOT find in Eswatini?
5. The two main cities of Eswatini are Mbabane and Lombamba - the former is the executive capital of the nation, whereas the latter is the legislative capital of the country. Both of these cities are located in which region of the nation?
6. Wildlife enthusiasts would be thrilled to learn that both the endangered species of white rhinoceros and black rhinoceros can be sighted in designated protected areas in Eswatini. Which of the following areas is NOT located in Eswatini?
7. Located in the northwestern region of Eswatini, the Ngwenya Mine was opened 42,000 years ago, making it one of the world's oldest mines. Which common mineral is mined in Ngwenya?
8. Eswatini is home to one of the world's largest monoliths. Located near the Mbuluzi River and nicknamed the "Bald Rock", what is the name of this granite mountain?
9. On 19 April 2018, in conjunction with the golden jubilee celebration of the nation's independence, Swaziland's King Mswati III announced that the nation would be renamed to Eswatini, which means "land of the Swazis". Eswatini gained its independence from which European nation in 1968?
10. First reported in 1986, this infectious disease has been a major health concern in Eswatini. A report published by the United Nations Development Programme pointed out that the life expectancy of the nation had declined sharply from 61 years in 2001, to 32 years in 2009. Which of the following diseases is being described?
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