TU_SL New year Quiz

What is the capital city of Sri Lanka?

• Kandy

• Colombo

• Galle

• Jaffna

Which ocean surrounds Sri Lanka?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

What was Sri Lanka’s previous name?

• Cayon

• Saylon

• Ceylon

• Crayon

What is the currency used in Sri Lanka?

• Rupee

• Dollar

• Pound

• Euro

What is the most popular sport in Sri Lanka

• Badminton

• Cricket

• Tennis

• Baseball

Sir Arthur C. Clarke, the famous science fiction author, lived most of his life in Sri Lanka. Is this true?

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Sir Arthur C. Clarke, the famous science fiction author, spent the majority of his later life in Sri Lanka. He moved there in 1956, after falling in love with the country during a visit. Clarke settled in Colombo, where he lived for the rest of his life. His passion for the country and its people is reflected in his work, and he became a prominent figure in Sri Lankan society. Clarke even made Sri Lanka the setting for some of his stories, including The Fountains of Paradise, which features a space elevator concept based in the country. He passed away in 2008 in Colombo

As of the most recent census, what is the approximate population of Sri Lanka?

• 22 million

• 5 million

• 63 million

• 12 million

Which tea-growing region in Sri Lanka is known for producing world-class Ceylon tea and for its cool climate and scenic landscapes?

• Colombo

• Nuwara Eliya

• Kandy

• Galle

Where can visitors find the famous Nine Arches Bridge in Sri Lanka?

• Colombo

• Jaffna

• Galle

• Ella

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site is known for its rock fortress and ancient frescoes?

• Sigiriya

• Colombo

• Anuradhapura

• Galle