Quiz on the Democratic Republic of Congo

What is the capital city of the Democratic Republic of Congo?

• Lagos

• Nairobi

• Kinshasa

• Cairo

Which river is mentioned as the longest river in Africa, flowing through the Democratic Republic of Congo?

• Nile River

• Congo River

• Zambezi River

• Niger River

As of a 2014 report, what percentage of the Democratic Republic of Congo's population could read and write in French?

• 47%

• 30%

• 55%

• 60%

Which of the following is NOT one of the four national languages spoken by many people in the Democratic Republic of Congo?

• Kikongo (Kituba)

• Lingala

• Tshiluba

• Amharic

What was the primary aim of the N’sele Manifesto following the independence of the Democratic Republic of Congo in 1960?

• To promote French culture

• To promote "authenticity" and preserve Congolese culture

• To establish English as an official language

• To promote trade with European countries

What is the predominant religion in the Democratic Republic of Congo?

• Islam

• Protestantism

• Catholicism

• Buddhism

What type of climate does the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have?

• Desert climate

• Sub-Saharan and savannah climate

• Mediterranean climate

• Continental climate

How did the French language primarily spread to the DRC?

• Through trade with French-speaking countries

• Colonization by the Belgians

• Migration of French-speaking communities

• Influence from neighboring French colonies

Which of the following best describes the role of French in the DRC today?

• It is only used in religious practices

• It is a minority language spoken by few

• It is the official language used in business, education, and government

• It is banned in official communications

Is French considered a part of the Congolese culture?

• Yes, it is an integral part of the culture

• No, it is just a language with no cultural significance

• Yes, but the culture is very diverse with many other languages

• No, it is primarily a tourist language