Twelve of the following nations have exactly two land neighbours. Can you sort them out? Dependent territories, sea borders, bridges, causeways or tunnels do not count. Only land borders!
There are 12 correct entries. Get 3 incorrect and the game ends.
Bangladesh United Arab Emirates Kuwait Ecuador South Africa Argentina Nicaragua Mexico Uruguay Thailand Mongolia Equatorial Guinea Belize EgyptSpain El Salvador Moldova Yemen
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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
Answer:
Here is information about each of these twelve nations, including their borders and neighbours:
Bangladesh is a country in South Asia, bordered by India and Myanmar. The border with India is about 2,545 miles (4,096 km) long, making it one of the longest land borders in the world, and runs through diverse terrain such as rivers, forests and hills. The border with Myanmar is about 170 miles (271 km) long and runs mostly through mountainous and forested areas. These borders are vital for trade and have been a point of contention with Myanmar, particularly in relation to the Rohingya refugee crisis.
Belize is a small Central American country bordered by Mexico and Guatemala. The border with Mexico is approximately 155 miles (250 km) long and runs through forested areas, including the Yucatan Peninsula. The border with Guatemala is about 165 miles (266 km) long and features tropical rainforests and mountainous terrain. Both borders play a key role in Belize's economy, particularly in terms of tourism and agricultural trade, and the Guatemalan border has been a point of diplomatic tension.
Ecuador is a South American country bordered by Colombia and Peru. The border with Colombia is about 364 miles (586 km) long and runs through rainforest and mountainous regions, including parts of the Andes. The border with Peru is about 951 miles (1,530 km) long and runs through diverse landscapes, including the Amazon rainforest and arid coastal plains. Both borders are important for trade and have seen historical disputes, particularly with Peru, although these have been resolved peacefully.
El Salvador is a small country in Central America, bordered by Honduras and Guatemala. The border with Honduras is approximately 218 miles (350 km) long and runs through mountainous terrain and rivers such as the Lempa River. The border with Guatemala is approximately 126 miles (203 km) long and features a mix of volcanic landscapes and river valleys. These borders are important for trade and cross-border migration, and the Lempa River is an important water resource shared with Honduras.
Equatorial Guinea is a West African country that shares its mainland borders with Gabon and Cameroon. The border with Gabon is about 217 miles (350 km) long and runs through dense tropical rainforest and coastal plains. The border with Cameroon is about 119 miles (191 km) long and also runs through forested and mountainous areas. These borders are important for trade, particularly the oil industry. Equatorial Guinea also includes several islands in the Gulf of Guinea, notably Bioko Island.
Kuwait is a Middle Eastern country bordered by Iraq and Saudi Arabia. The border with Iraq is about 158 miles (254 km) long and is defined by desert terrain, heavily fortified as a result of the Gulf War and ongoing security concerns. The border with Saudi Arabia is about 137 miles (221 km) long and also runs through arid desert areas. These borders are crucial to Kuwait's oil exports, and cross-border security is a major concern.
Mongolia is a landlocked country in East Asia, bordered by Russia and China. The border with Russia is approximately 2,165 miles (3,485 km) long and runs through the vast Mongolian steppe and Siberian taiga. The border with China is about 2,906 miles (4,677 km) long and includes deserts, mountains and grasslands. These borders are crucial to Mongolia's economy, facilitating trade, particularly with China, its largest trading partner.
Moldova is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe, bordered by Romania and Ukraine. The border with Romania is about 423 miles (681 km) long and largely follows the Prut River, forming a natural boundary. The border with Ukraine is about 759 miles (1,221 km) long and runs through flat plains and hilly regions, with important border crossings for trade. Moldova's borders are vital for its agricultural exports and its geopolitical position between the European Union and the post-Soviet states.
Nicaragua is a Central American country bordered by Honduras and Costa Rica. The border with Honduras is about 218 miles (351 km) long and features mountainous terrain and rivers such as the Coco River, which forms part of the border. The border with Costa Rica is about 192 miles (309 km) long and includes lakes and forests, with the San Juan River forming a significant part of the border. These borders are important for trade, agriculture and cross-border migration.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a country in the Middle East bordering Oman and Saudi Arabia. The border with Oman is about 290 miles (467 km) long and features a combination of desert and mountainous terrain, including the Hajar Mountains. The border with Saudi Arabia is approximately 329 miles (530 km) long and runs through vast desert landscapes. These borders are vital for trade, oil transportation and security, with key desert border crossings facilitating regional commerce.
Uruguay is a South American country bordered by Brazil and Argentina. The border with Brazil is about 653 miles (1,050 km) long and runs through a variety of landscapes, including grasslands, rivers, and hills. The border with Argentina is approximately 365 miles (588 km) long and primarily follows the Uruguay River. These borders are important for trade, agriculture, and tourism, with the Uruguay River acting as a key waterway for transportation.
Yemen is a country on the Arabian Peninsula, bordered by Saudi Arabia and Oman. The border with Saudi Arabia is about 904 miles (1,458 km) long and passes through desert and mountainous regions, often poorly defined and the site of ongoing conflict. The border with Oman is approximately 187 miles (302 km) long and runs through desert terrain, including the Empty Quarter. Yemen's borders are crucial for trade routes and have been central to the country's political and security challenges.
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