Inland Capital Cities Quiz

Why are many capital cities located near coastal areas?

• To avoid inland natural disasters

• To access trade and transportation routes

• For better defense against attacks

• To have a cooler climate

Which city is the most inland capital in North America?

• Mexico City

• Ottawa

• Toronto

• Washington D.C.

What is unique about Canberra's location compared to other Australian cities?

• It is the oldest city

• It is the largest city

• It is on the coast

• It is located inland

Why did Brazil move its capital from Rio de Janeiro to Brasília?

• To improve tourism

• To improve coastal trade

• To promote inland development

• To reduce population density

Which South American capital is located in a landlocked country?

• Buenos Aires

• Lima

• Asunción

• Santiago

Which Asian capital is the most inland in the world?

• Ulaanbaatar

• Tashkent

• Astana

• Bishkek

What is the main reason for the large distances of some Asian capitals from the coast?

• Proximity to mountains

• High population density

• Large land area and landlocked countries

• Historical trade routes

Which African capital is the most inland?

• Kigali

• N'Djamena

• Addis Ababa

• Juba

Which European capital is the most inland?

• Prague

• Budapest

• Minsk

• Moscow

What is the significance of Moscow's location in Europe?

• It is the closest to the coast

• It is the most inland capital

• It is the newest capital

• It is the smallest capital