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Quiz about Republic of the Congo aka CongoBrazzaville

Republic of the Congo aka Congo-Brazzaville Quiz

Not to be confused with its larger neighboring country of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo), the Congo Republic, or simply the Congo, is an amazing African country that offers exquisite nature, rich culture, and diverse history. Enjoy!

A multiple-choice quiz by Matthew_07. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
Matthew_07

Time
3 mins

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Multiple Choice

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401,336

Updated
Dec 03 21

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Question 1 of 10

1. The Republic of the Congo borders five nations. In addition to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo), it also borders the province of Cabinda, which is an exclave that belongs to which former Portuguese colony? Hint

Gabon

Central African Republic

Cameroon

Angola

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Question 2 of 10

2. Due to its geographical location, Congo experiences consistent climate all year round, with distinct dry and rainy seasons. What similarity does Congo share with the following six African nations - DR Congo, Gabon, Kenya, S�o Tom� and Pr�ncipe, Somalia, and Uganda? Hint

They are all located on the Tropic of Cancer.

They are all located on the Greenwich prime meridian.

They are all located on the International Date Line.

They are all located on the equator.

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Question 3 of 10

3. The capital of Congo, Brazzaville, is located near the Congo River. Located directly opposite the river is Kinshasa, the capital city of DR Congo. This makes Brazzaville and Kinshasa one of the closest pairs of capital cities in the world. How far are the two cities apart? Hint

200 kilometers

20,000 kilometers

2,000 kilometers

20 kilometers

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Question 4 of 10

4. Located in the western region of Congo, Pointe-Noire is a major city and commercial center of the nation. The city is situated on the coast of which ocean? Hint

Pacific Ocean

Atlantic Ocean

Indian Ocean

Arctic Ocean

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which of the following main rivers, noted for being the world's deepest river, flows through Congo, providing freshwater fish as an important protein source for Congolese? Hint

Amazon River

Mekong River

Orange River

Congo River

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Question 6 of 10

6. At 1,020 meters, this mountain is Congo's tallest point. The mountain shares the same name as an iconic tower that is located in the capital, Brazzaville. What is the name of the mountain? Hint

Kilimanjaro

Nabemba

Tahat

Mafadi

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Question 7 of 10

7. Congo is home to the world's second largest tropical rainforest after the Amazon - the Congo rainforest. Covering the eastern part of the nation, the rainforest provides habitat to which animal, which is known to be one of the closest extant human relatives? Hint

Hippopotamus

Orangutan

Bonobo

Okapi

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Question 8 of 10

8. The Goualougo Triangle is a region that is located in the the northern part of Congo. Owing to its pristine environment, it has earned the nickname "The Last Eden on Earth" by "National Geographic". In which national park is the Goualougo Triangle located? Hint

Kruger National Park

Nouabal�-Ndoki National Park

Masai Mara National Park

Namib-Naukluft National Park

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Question 9 of 10

9. The present-day Congo was part of French Congo and French Equatorial Africa before it gained independence from France in 1960. Fulbert Youlou was the first President of the nation. What was Youlou's profession prior to his involvement in politics? Hint

Lecturer

Farmer

Priest

Fisherman

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Question 10 of 10

10. Noted for their short stature, which group of Congolese, native to the Congo Basin, rely heavily on hunting as their main subsistence activity? Hint

Dinka

Masaai

Bodi

Pygmy

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

Answer: Angola

Congo borders the Central African Republic to the northeast, Cameroon to the northwest, Gabon to the west, Angola to the south, and DR Congo to the southeast.

Cabinda, formerly known as Portuguese Congo, is an exclave of the Republic of Angola.

Angola gained its independence from Portugal in 1975. Cameroon, Central African Republic, and Gabon are all former British colonies.

Answer: They are all located on the equator.

Starting at the western coast of Central Africa, the equator passes through S�o Tom� and Pr�ncipe, Gabon, Congo, DR Congo, Uganda, Kenya, and Somalia.

As with other countries that are located on the equator, the weather in Congo is hot and humid all year round.

Answer: 20 kilometers

Named after the French explorer Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza (1852-1905), Brazzaville is located on the north side of the Congo River. On the other hand, Kinshasa, the capital of DR Congo, is located on the south side of the Congo River. There are ferries connecting the two capital cities.

4. Located in the western region of Congo, Pointe-Noire is a major city and commercial center of the nation. The city is situated on the coast of which ocean?

Answer: Atlantic Ocean

Congo borders the Atlantic Ocean to the west.

Formerly known as Ponta Negra, Pointe-Noire is an important city of Congo. It is known for its fishing and oil industries.

5. Which of the following main rivers, noted for being the world's deepest river, flows through Congo, providing freshwater fish as an important protein source for Congolese?

Answer: Congo River

The Congo River is the main river that flows through Congo. The vast river gives rise to the sedimentary Congo Basin.

The depth of portions of the river reaches 220 meters, making it the world's deepest river. The Congo River is also the world's second largest river, by volume, after the Amazon River. In addition, it is Africa's second longest river, after the Nile.

6. At 1,020 meters, this mountain is Congo's tallest point. The mountain shares the same name as an iconic tower that is located in the capital, Brazzaville. What is the name of the mountain?

Answer: Nabemba

Mont Nabemba is located in the Sangha Department of Congo. The mountain is rich in iron ore deposits.

At 106 meters, the Nabemba Tower is a skyscraper that is located in Brazzaville, Congo.

Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895 meters), located in Tanzania, is the tallest mountain in Africa. Mount Tahat (2,908 meters) is Algeria's tallest mountain. Mafadi (3,450 meters) is the tallest mountain of South Africa.

Answer: Bonobo

The Congo rainforest covers five different countries - Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, DR Congo, and Gabon. It is home to various unique species of fauna, which include bonobos, chimpanzees, elephants, gorillas, hippopotamuses, and okapis.

Orangutans are endemic to Indonesia (Sumatra) and Malaysia (Borneo).

Answer: Nouabal�-Ndoki National Park

Occupying an area of 260 square kilometers, the Goualougo Triangle is located at the southern region of the Nouabal�-Ndoki National Park. The "TIME" magazine honored the Goualougo Triangle as the "Last Eden."

The Kruger National Park is located in South Africa. The Masai Mara National Park is located in Kenya, whereas the Namib-Naukluft National Park is located in Namibia.

Answer: Priest

Abb� Fulbert Youlou (1917-1972) was born in Madibou, Congo. He was ordained as a Roman Catholic priest in 1946. Following his involvement in politics, he was laicized (lost his clerical state).

10. Noted for their short stature, which group of Congolese, native to the Congo Basin, rely heavily on hunting as their main subsistence activity?

Answer: Pygmy

The Congo Pygmies are believed to be descendants of Middle Stone Age hunters and gatherers. The average heights of Congo Pygmy men and women are 155 centimeters and 147 centimeters, respectively.

The Dinka people, noted for their tall stature, live in South Sudan. The Bodi people live in Ethiopia. The Masaai people live in Kenya and Tanzania.

Source: Author Matthew_07

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