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