- 1. Alibaba Group, founded in 1999 by Jack Ma and a group of co-founders, is a Chinese multinational conglomerate specializing in e-commerce, retail, internet, and technology. Initially started as a B2B (business-to-business) platform aimed at connecting Chinese manufacturers with international buyers, Alibaba has expanded its operations to encompass a wide array of services, including Alibaba.com for global trade, Taobao for consumer-to-consumer sales, and Tmall for business-to-consumer interactions. Over the years, the company has leveraged innovative technology and vast logistics networks to enhance online shopping experiences, making it a dominant force in the Asia-Pacific region's e-commerce landscape. The company is notable for its commitment to empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through technology, thereby facilitating their growth and global presence. In addition to e-commerce, Alibaba has made significant investments in cloud computing, digital media, and entertainment, positioning itself as a major player in diverse sectors and paving the way for future technologies in the digital age. With millions of active users and a robust ecosystem, Alibaba not only influences the Chinese market but also plays a pivotal role in shaping global online commerce.
Who is the founder of Alibaba?
A) Mark Zuckerberg B) Jack Ma C) Elon Musk D) Jeff Bezos
- 2. In which year was Alibaba founded?
A) 2005 B) 2010 C) 1999 D) 2000
- 3. What is the main business of Alibaba Group?
A) Social Media B) Search Engine C) Online Gaming D) E-commerce
- 4. Alibaba's headquarters is located in which city?
A) Hangzhou B) Guangzhou C) Beijing D) Shanghai
- 5. Which popular online shopping platform does Alibaba own?
A) Ebay B) Amazon C) Taobao D) Walmart
- 6. What does the name 'Alibaba' represent?
A) Magic Lamp B) Open Sesame C) Golden Key D) Treasure Island
- 7. Alibaba is often compared to which US-based e-commerce company?
A) Google B) eBay C) Amazon D) Walmart
- 8. Which financial affiliate of Alibaba offers online payment services?
A) PayPal B) Alipay C) Venmo D) Stripe
- 9. What event does Alibaba celebrate annually on November 11th?
A) Singles' Day B) Valentine's Day C) Christmas Day D) Labor Day
- 10. Alibaba's cloud computing subsidiary is known as:
A) SkyTech B) Nimbus C) Alibaba Cloud D) Cloud9
- 11. What is the name of Alibaba's online wholesale platform for global trade?
A) GlobalMart B) TradeLink C) Alibaba.com D) WorldTrade
- 12. In which industry does Alibaba's subsidiary 'Cainiao' operate?
A) Construction B) Healthcare C) Logistics D) Entertainment
- 13. Which social media platform is owned by Alibaba?
A) Weibo B) Snapchat C) Instagram D) Facebook
- 14. Alibaba's digital wallet service is called:
A) Samsung Pay B) WeChat Pay C) AliPay D) Apple Pay
- 15. Who succeeded Jack Ma as the executive chairman of Alibaba Group in 2019?
A) Joe Tsai B) Pony Ma C) Daniel Zhang D) Robin Li
- 16. Which Chinese e-commerce company is often considered a main competitor to Alibaba?
A) Tencent B) Baidu C) Pinduoduo D) JD.com
- 17. Alibaba's music streaming service is named:
A) Apple Music B) Spotify C) Xiami D) Tidal
- 18. Which movie studio was acquired by Alibaba in 2016?
A) Paramount Pictures B) Amblin Partners C) Universal Pictures D) Warner Bros.
- 19. Alibaba Group Holding Limited is a multinational conglomerate headquartered in which country?
A) USA B) China C) India D) Japan
- 20. Which record-breaking IPO did Alibaba hold in 2014?
A) The largest IPO in history B) The fastest IPO to reach $1 billion C) The youngest company to go public D) The most profitable IPO of the year
- 21. Alibaba owns what percentage of shares in Ant Group?
A) 10% B) 75% C) 33% D) 50%
- 22. In which stock exchange did Alibaba conduct its record-breaking IPO in 2014?
A) Hong Kong Stock Exchange B) New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) C) London Stock Exchange D) Shanghai Stock Exchange
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