History of Maputo
  • 1. Which European country colonized Maputo?
A) Germany
B) Spain
C) France
D) Portugal
  • 2. What was the former name of Maputo?
A) Lourenço Marques
B) Quelimane
C) Nova Sofala
D) Santo António de Lisboa
  • 3. Maputo is situated on the coast of which ocean?
A) Arctic Ocean
B) Atlantic Ocean
C) Indian Ocean
D) Pacific Ocean
  • 4. In what year did Mozambique gain independence from Portugal?
A) 1960
B) 1990
C) 1975
D) 1980
  • 5. What is the main language spoken in Maputo?
A) Portuguese
B) Swahili
C) English
D) French
  • 6. Which famous author wrote the novel 'The Vagrant' set in Maputo?
A) Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o
B) Chinua Achebe
C) Mia Couto
D) Nuruddin Farah
  • 7. Which historic fortress in Maputo is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
A) Fort São Sebastião
B) Fortaleza de Maputo
C) Fort Elizabeth
D) Fort Jesus
  • 8. Which neighborhood in Maputo is known for its vibrant nightlife and markets?
A) Sommerschield
B) Polana
C) Baixa
D) Mafalala
  • 9. Who was the first president of Mozambique?
A) Armando Guebuza
B) Filipe Nyusi
C) Joachim Chissano
D) Samora Machel
  • 10. What type of government does Mozambique have?
A) Communism
B) Republic
C) Monarchy
D) Dictatorship
  • 11. Which musical genre is popular in Maputo and Mozambique?
A) Salsa
B) Marrabenta
C) Reggae
D) Country
  • 12. What is the traditional Mozambican dish often found in Maputo?
A) Matapa
B) Jollof Rice
C) Bobotie
D) Injera
  • 13. What is the currency used in Maputo?
A) Mozambican Metical
B) Angolan Kwanza
C) South African Rand
D) Zambian Kwacha
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