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