Several people have suggested we do a Theme Quiz on the subject of famed capitals around the world. Let's see how you do.

1. What African nation's capital was named in honor of a U.S. president who had helped them in their early years?

2. Name the capitals of the two countries of North Korea and South Korea.

3. What is the capital city of Brazil?

4. Which city is the capital of Poland?

5. Name the capital city in Russia.

6. What city of our northern comrade nation is Canada's capital?

7. Looking to our nation's southern neighbor can you give us the name of Mexico's capital?

8. What city is the classical capital of Greece?

9. Name the capital of the Kingdom of Thailand.

10. What are the capitals of the two countries on the Iberian Peninsula?

Answers

1. Liberia's capital is Monrovia, named in honor of U.S. President James Monroe.

2. North Korea's capital is Pyongyang; South Korea's is Seoul.

3. Brasilia is Brazil's capital city. Many would think it was Rio de Janeiro, but it isn't.

4. Poland's capital is Warsaw.

5. Moscow is the capital of Russia.

6. Canada's capital is Ottawa.

7. Mexico's capital is an echo name. It's Mexico City.

8. Athens is the capital of Greece.

9. The noted capital of Thailand is Bangkok.

10. Portugal and Spain are the two countries on the Iberian Peninsula. Madrid is the capital of Spain; Lisbon is the capital of Portugal.

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