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