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