- 1. Hassanal Bolkiah, the Sultan of Brunei, is renowned as one of the world's wealthiest monarchs. With extensive wealth derived from Brunei's abundant oil and gas reserves, he has managed to amass a significant fortune, making him one of the richest individuals in the world. Known for his lavish lifestyle, including opulent palaces, luxury cars, and extravagant possessions, Hassanal Bolkiah continues to be a prominent figure on the global stage. His rule over Brunei, a small but prosperous nation in Southeast Asia, has been marked by both economic success and controversies, leading to a mix of admiration and criticism from various quarters.
In which country does Hassanal Bolkiah serve as the monarch?
A) Malaysia
B) Brunei
C) Bahrain
D) Qatar
- 2. Which of the following industries significantly contributes to Hassanal Bolkiah's wealth?
A) Construction
B) Oil and gas
C) Textiles
D) Agriculture
- 3. How many children does Hassanal Bolkiah have?
A) 5
B) 7
C) 12
D) 16
- 4. Which year did Hassanal Bolkiah ascend to the throne of Brunei?
A) 2005
B) 1967
C) 1982
D) 1999
- 5. What is the full title of Hassanal Bolkiah?
A) Prince Abdul Hakim
B) Emperor Iskandar Bolkiah
C) King Hassanal Abdullah
D) Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah
- 6. In which city is the lavish Istana Nurul Iman palace located?
A) Singapore
B) Jakarta
C) Kuala Lumpur
D) Bandar Seri Begawan
- 7. What is the currency used in Brunei?
A) Brunei Dollar
B) Yuan
C) Rupiah
D) Ringgit
- 8. What is the most common religion practiced in Brunei?
A) Christianity
B) Buddhism
C) Hinduism
D) Islam
- 9. What is the national airline of Brunei?
A) Borneo Airways
B) Sultan Air
C) Royal Brunei Airlines
D) Brunei Air
- 10. What is the official language of Brunei?
A) Chinese
B) English
C) Malay
D) Arabic
- 11. Which prestigious British military academy did Hassanal Bolkiah attend?
A) Oxford University
B) Imperial College London
C) Cambridge University
D) Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
- 12. Which country does Brunei share its only land border with?
A) Malaysia
B) Indonesia
C) Philippines
D) Vietnam
- 13. Which famous luxury hotel chain is owned by the Brunei Investment Agency, under the Bruneian government's control?
A) Marriott International
B) Dorchester Collection
C) Hilton Hotels & Resorts
D) Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
- 14. What is the name of Hassanal Bolkiah's palace in Brunei?
A) Golden Palace
B) Sultan's Residence
C) Royal Palace
D) Istana Nurul Iman
- 15. Which international organization was founded by Hassanal Bolkiah in 1984?
A) SCO
B) OPEC
C) APEC
D) ASEAN
- 16. What is the name of Hassanal Bolkiah's oldest son and the Crown Prince of Brunei?
A) Haji Muhammad
B) Al-Muhtadee Billah
C) Sultan Hamzah
D) Raja Idris
- 17. Which year did Brunei declare independence from the United Kingdom?
A) 1990
B) 1973
C) 1984
D) 1965
- 18. What honor did Queen Elizabeth II bestow upon Hassanal Bolkiah in 1968?
A) Royal Victorian Order
B) Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St. Michael and St. George
C) Order of the British Empire
D) Order of the Garter
- 19. Under Hassanal Bolkiah's regime, what is the country code for Brunei's telephone numbers?
A) +899
B) +673
C) +602
D) +411
- 20. Which golf course in Brunei was designed by Jack Nicklaus?
A) Pulai Springs Country Club
B) The Empire Hotel & Country Club
C) Pantai Mentiri Golf Club
D) RBA Golf Club
- 21. Hassanal Bolkiah has a reputation for collecting and driving what type of luxury cars?
A) Lamborghini
B) Ferrari
C) Rolls-Royce
D) Porsche
- 22. Which one of the following is not true about Hassanal Bolkiah?
A) He has faced criticism for human rights abuses
B) He has ruled Brunei for several decades
C) He is the youngest monarch in the world
D) He is known for his extravagant lifestyle
- 23. In what year did Hassanal Bolkiah introduce Sharia law to Brunei?
A) 2010
B) 2005
C) 2014
D) 2017
- 24. What is the highest mountain in Brunei?
A) Mount Ophir
B) Mount Kinabalu
C) Bukit Pagon
D) Mount Rinjani
- 25. In addition to being the Sultan, Hassanal Bolkiah also holds which political position?
A) Defense Minister
B) Prime Minister
C) Foreign Minister
D) Finance Minister
- 26. Which Hollywood actress was romantically linked to Hassanal Bolkiah's son, Prince Azim?
A) Angelina Jolie
B) Julia Roberts
C) Jennifer Aniston
D) Scarlett Johansson
- 27. In which sport did Hassanal Bolkiah represent Brunei at the Southeast Asian Games?
A) Badminton
B) Football
C) Swimming
D) Polo
- 28. What was the name of Hassanal Bolkiah's father who preceded him as Sultan of Brunei?
A) Jefri Bolkiah
B) Haji Hassanal Bolkiah
C) Hassanal Abdulaziz Al Saud
D) Omar Ali Saifuddien III
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