Monday Quiz 173

What is the largest country in the world?

• Russia

• USA

• China

• Brazil

What is the 2nd largest country in the world?

• Canada

• USA

• China

• Australia

Considering the geographical factors, why have China and India, despite sharing a long border, only fought once?

• Cultural Ties

• Military Deterrence

• Mountains

• Rivers

What is the poorest countries by GDP in 2024?

• Malawi

• Madagascar

• South Sudan

• Yemen

What is a buffer zone?

• A heavily fortified military base

• A neutral area separating conflicting powers

• A trade hub

• A region rich in natural resources

Which country has historically served as a buffer zone between Russia and Western Europe?

• Poland

• Finland

• Belarus

• Ukraine

Which country is working to grow its economy beyond oil by using its sunny desert climate for solar power?

• Iraq

• Saudi Arabia

• Jordan

• Iran

How many countries does the historic Silk Road pass through?

• 30

• 40

• 50

• 60

Which desert forced Silk Road traders to split their routes and rely on oasis towns for survival?

• Gobi Desert

• Arabian Desert

• Taklamakan Desert

• Sahara Desert

What country has the biggest population in the world?

• China

• India

• USA

• Indonesia