- 1. The politics of Solomon Islands takes place within the framework of a parliamentary representative democratic monarchy, where the Prime Minister is the head of government. The Solomon Islands is a sovereign state with Queen Elizabeth II as the constitutional monarch, represented by a Governor-General. The legislative branch of government is the National Parliament, which consists of a single chamber with members elected by popular vote. The country has a multi-party system, with political parties playing a key role in shaping the political landscape. Issues such as resource management, ethnic tensions, and development challenges often dominate the political agenda in Solomon Islands.
Who is the current Prime Minister of Solomon Islands?
A) Fr. John Lamani
B) Danny Philip
C) Rick Houenipwela
D) Manasseh Sogavare
- 2. Solomon Islands gained independence from which country in 1978?
A) France
B) Australia
C) United Kingdom
D) Portugal
- 3. What is the capital city of Solomon Islands?
A) Gizo
B) Honiara
C) Taro
D) Auki
- 4. The official currency of Solomon Islands is?
A) Solomon Islands Dollar
B) Pound Sterling
C) Euro
D) US Dollar
- 5. Which of the following languages is not recognized as an official language of Solomon Islands?
A) English
B) Pidgin
C) French
D) Malaitan
- 6. When did Solomon Islands join the United Nations?
A) 12 July 1983
B) 27 October 2001
C) 19 September 1978
D) 3 March 1965
- 7. Who was the first Prime Minister of Solomon Islands after independence?
A) Francis Billy Hilly
B) Peter Kenilorea
C) Allan Kemakeza
D) Bartholomew Ulufa'alu
- 8. What is the main religion practiced in Solomon Islands?
A) Buddhism
B) Christianity
C) Hinduism
D) Islam
- 9. The main mode of transportation between islands in Solomon Islands is by?
A) Airplane
B) Train
C) Car
D) Boat
- 10. Which year was the Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands (RAMSI) launched?
A) 1999
B) 2003
C) 2007
D) 2010
- 11. What is the name of the highest point in Solomon Islands?
A) Mount Popomanaseu
B) Mount Kouhou
C) Mount Lata
D) Mount Maetambe
- 12. Which year did the Solomon Islands government restore diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China?
A) 2021
B) 2012
C) 2019
D) 2005
- 13. Which country is the largest aid donor to Solomon Islands?
A) United States
B) Australia
C) Japan
D) China
- 14. Which island in the Solomon Islands is the largest in terms of land area?
A) New Georgia
B) Malaita
C) Guadalcanal
D) Choiseul
- 15. What is the official language of the Solomon Islands?
A) Roviana
B) Solomon Islands Sign Language
C) Pidgin
D) English
- 16. Who is considered the father of the nation in Solomon Islands?
A) Sir Peter Kenilorea
B) Sir Francis Billy Hilly
C) Benjamin Afuga
D) Nathaniel Waena
- 17. What is the main export of the Solomon Islands?
A) Cocoa
B) Fish
C) Coconut
D) Timber
- 18. Which international landmark in the Solomon Islands is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
A) East Rennell
B) Marovo Lagoon
C) Langa Langa Lagoon
D) Santa Ana
- 19. Which university in the South Pacific has a campus in the Solomon Islands?
A) University of the South Pacific - Samoa Campus
B) University of the South Pacific - Fiji Campus
C) University of the South Pacific
D) University of Papua New Guinea
- 20. What significant natural disaster occurred in the Solomon Islands in 2007?
A) Cyclone
B) Floods
C) Earthquake and tsunami
D) Volcanic eruption
- 21. Russell Islands, located in Solomon Islands, was a major strategic base for which country during WWII?
A) Germany
B) Japan
C) United States
D) Australia
- 22. Which body of water lies to the east of the Solomon Islands?
A) Pacific Ocean
B) Coral Sea
C) Solomon Sea
D) Bismarck Sea
- 23. Which political party is currently the ruling party in the Solomon Islands?
A) Solomon Islands Party for Rural Advancement
B) United Party
C) Democratic Party
D) People's Alliance Party
- 24. What is the legislative body of Solomon Islands called?
A) Congress of Solomon Islands
B) Senate of Solomon Islands
C) Royal Assembly
D) National Parliament
- 25. Which neighboring country is closest to the Solomon Islands geographically?
A) Vanuatu
B) Fiji
C) Papua New Guinea
D) New Caledonia
- 26. What is the traditional beliefs system in Solomon Islands called?
A) Folk religion
B) Totemism
C) Kastom
D) Shamanism
- 27. Which group of islands does the Solomon Islands belong to?
A) Micronesia
B) Polynesia
C) Australasia
D) Melanesia
- 28. What is the main export of Solomon Islands?
A) Fish
B) Bananas
C) Logs
D) Coconuts
- 29. What type of government does the Solomon Islands have?
A) Dictatorship
B) Federation
C) Absolute monarchy
D) Parliamentary democracy
- 30. How many provinces make up the Solomon Islands?
A) 9
B) 11
C) 5
D) 7
- 31. The Solomon Islands Parliament is a _________ legislative body.
A) Unicameral
B) Bicameral
C) Quadricameral
D) Tricameral
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