- 1. Maputo, the capital city of Mozambique, is a vibrant, coastal metropolis situated along the shores of the Indian Ocean. Known for its unique blend of African, Portuguese, and indigenous cultures, Maputo is characterized by its remarkable architecture that reflects a rich historical legacy, including the iconic Iron House designed by the famous Gustave Eiffel and the striking 19th-century Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception. The city boasts lively markets, such as the bustling Mercado do Baixa, where the aromas of spices and fresh seafood tantalize the senses, and the picturesque Praça da Independência, which serves as a social hub for locals and tourists alike. With a dynamic arts scene, Maputo is home to numerous galleries and performance spaces that showcase the vibrant creativity of Mozambican artists. The city's beachfront promenades and parks provide residents and visitors with stunning views of the ocean and a perfect backdrop for leisurely strolls. Moreover, Maputo's unique culinary landscape offers a delightful array of traditional dishes, infused with flavors from the sea and local produce, inviting food enthusiasts to explore the diverse gastronomic offerings. As a gateway to the rich natural wonders of Mozambique, including spectacular national parks and pristine beaches, Maputo is not just a city but a living tapestry of life, culture, and history, making it an enchanting destination in southern Africa.
What is the capital city of Mozambique?
A) Nampula
B) Tete
C) Maputo
D) Beira
- 2. Which body of water lies to the east of Maputo?
A) Mediterranean Sea
B) Atlantic Ocean
C) Indian Ocean
D) Red Sea
- 3. What is the official language spoken in Maputo?
A) Swahili
B) Portuguese
C) Spanish
D) English
- 4. Which currency is used in Maputo?
A) Metical
B) Dollar
C) Euro
D) Rand
- 5. What year was Maputo officially designated as the capital of Mozambique?
A) 1960
B) 1975
C) 1990
D) 1980
- 6. Which festival is celebrated in Maputo?
A) Glastonbury Festival
B) Coachella
C) Maputo Music Festival
D) Lollapalooza
- 7. Which event is commemorated at the Monument to the Unknown Soldier in Maputo?
A) Cold War
B) Mozambican War for Independence
C) World War II
D) World War I
- 8. What is Maputo's main airport?
A) Maputo International Airport
B) JFK Airport
C) Cairo International Airport
D) Heathrow Airport
- 9. What type of climate does Maputo have?
A) Desert climate
B) Temperate climate
C) Polar climate
D) Tropical climate
- 10. Which sport is popular in Maputo?
A) Ice Hockey
B) Soccer
C) Baseball
D) American Football
- 11. Which national park is located near Maputo?
A) Serengeti National Park
B) Etosha National Park
C) Maputo National Park
D) Kruger National Park
- 12. What type of wildlife is common in the region around Maputo?
A) Kangaroos
B) Penguins
C) Elephants
D) Polar bears
- 13. What is the population of Maputo approximately as of recent data?
A) 2.5 million
B) 3.5 million
C) 500,000
D) 1.1 million
- 14. What was Maputo formerly known as before 1976?
A) Baixa de Maputo
B) Espírito Santo
C) Lourenço Marques
D) Delagoa Bay
- 15. In which year did Lourenço Marques become a city?
A) 1898
B) 1887
C) 1900
D) 1876
- 16. What is the total population of the Maputo metropolitan area?
A) 2,717,437
B) 500,000
C) 1,088,449
D) 3,000,000
- 17. What is the primary economic activity centered around in Maputo?
A) Tourism
B) Agriculture
C) Mining
D) Commerce through its port
- 18. Which rivers converge near Maputo?
A) Danube, Rhine, Volga, and Seine
B) Amazon, Orinoco, Parana, and Sao Francisco
C) Tembe, Mbuluzi, Matola, and Infulene
D) Nile, Congo, Zambezi, and Limpopo
- 19. What nickname is Maputo known by due to its tree-lined avenues?
A) Pearl of the Indian Ocean
B) City of Acacias
C) Venice of Africa
D) Paris of Africa
- 20. Which university is the oldest in Mozambique and located in Maputo?
A) São Tomás University
B) Eduardo Mondlane University
C) Pedagogical University
D) Catholic University of Mozambique
- 21. What was the outcome of the Luso-British conflict over Lourenço Marques?
A) Led to the city's destruction
B) Ruled in favor of Portugal by Patrice de MacMahon
C) Resulted in a shared administration
D) Ruled in favor of Britain
- 22. What significant event led to Lourenço Marques' growth in the late 19th century?
A) The discovery of diamonds
B) The Witwatersrand Gold Rush
C) The construction of the Suez Canal
D) The opening of the Transcontinental Railroad
- 23. Which country's tourists frequented Maputo before Mozambique's independence in 1975?
A) France and Germany
B) South Africa and Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe)
C) United States and Canada
D) Portugal and Spain
- 24. What was the name of the liberation movement that fought for Mozambique's independence?
A) SWAPO
B) ANC
C) FRELIMO
D) ZANU-PF
- 25. What accord was signed in September 1974 related to Mozambique's independence?
A) The Phumo Accord
B) The Lourenço Accord
C) The Maputo Accord
D) The Lusaka Accord
- 26. What was the original proposed name for the capital after Mozambique's independence?
A) Can Phumo
B) Lourenço Marques
C) Viva Maputo
D) Mozambique City
- 27. Who was Can Phumo named after?
A) A FRELIMO leader
B) A Shangaan chief
C) A Portuguese navigator
D) The founder of Mozambique
- 28. Which river marks the northern border of Mozambique with Tanzania?
A) The Rovuma River
B) The Zambezi River
C) The Maputo River
D) The Limpopo River
- 29. How many rivers drain into the Estuário do Espírito Santo near Maputo?
A) Two
B) Five
C) Four
D) Three
- 30. What is the length of Maputo Bay?
A) 30 kilometres (19 miles)
B) 95 kilometres (59 miles)
C) 50 kilometres (31 miles)
D) 120 kilometres (75 miles)
- 31. Which island is located at the extreme east of Maputo city and bay?
A) Pemba Island
B) Inhaca
C) Moçambique Island
D) Ibo Island
- 32. What is the total area covered by the municipality of Maputo?
A) 200 square kilometres (77 sq mi)
B) 500 square kilometres (193 sq mi)
C) 346 square kilometres (134 sq mi)
D) 1000 square kilometres (386 sq mi)
- 33. How far is Maputo from the South African border at Ressano Garcia?
A) 120 km (75 miles)
B) 200 km (124 miles)
C) 80 km (50 miles)
D) 150 km (93 miles)
- 34. What is the mean temperature of Maputo?
A) 22.8 °C (73.0 °F)
B) 18.8 °C (65.8 °F)
C) 26.8 °C (80.2 °F)
D) 30.0 °C (86.0 °F)
- 35. Which month is the hottest in Maputo?
A) July
B) January
C) December
D) March
- 36. What climate change scenario estimates a global warming of ~2.5–3 °C by 2100?
A) Representative Concentration Pathway 8.5
B) Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
C) Representative Concentration Pathway 4.5
D) Paris Agreement
- 37. Which Brazilian city's current climate is expected to resemble Maputo's future climate by 2050?
A) Brasília
B) Rio de Janeiro
C) São Paulo
D) Goiânia
- 38. Which report estimates that Maputo would sustain cumulative damages of US$65 billion by 2050 under RCP 4.5?
A) United Nations Climate Change Conference
B) 2022 IPCC Sixth Assessment Report
C) 2019 PLOS One paper
D) World Meteorological Organization
- 39. How many major African cities are estimated to be severely affected by future sea level rise?
A) 10
B) 15
C) 8
D) 12
- 40. How many main administrative divisions does Maputo have?
A) Ten
B) Nine
C) Five
D) Seven
- 41. What event led to a mass exodus of Portuguese refugees from Maputo?
A) A natural disaster
B) The Carnation Revolution (1974)
C) Independence in 1975
D) The Mozambican Civil War
- 42. What is a major environmental concern for Maputo as a coastal city?
A) Desertification
B) Vulnerability to sea level rise
C) Volcanic eruptions
D) Earthquakes
- 43. What has been a consequence of the lack of government coordination in Maputo?
A) Improved public services
B) Increased tourism
C) Rapid urbanization
D) Impediments to progressing infrastructure development
- 44. In which year did PROMAPUTO begin?
A) 2011
B) 2020
C) 2007
D) 2015
- 45. Which phase of PROMAPUTO was supposed to improve the collection of property tax (IPRA)?
A) PROMAPUTO2
B) PROMAPUTO1
C) Neither phase
D) Both phases
- 46. What was one of the IT systems implemented during PROMAPUTO2?
A) Enterprise Resource Planning System
B) Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS)
C) Customer Relationship Management System
D) Supply Chain Management System
- 47. Which avenue was completed during the second phase of PROMAPUTO?
A) Avenida Julius Nyerere
B) Marginal along the beach
C) Avenida 24 Julho
D) Avenida Salvador Allende
- 48. How many stories does the Maputo Business Tower have?
A) 15-story building
B) 19-story building
C) 22-story building
D) 10-story building
- 49. Which company constructed a 22-story hotel in Maputo?
A) PROMAPUTO
B) Radisson Blu corporation
C) Vodacom
D) Maputo Business Tower
- 50. What was the purpose of the regeneration project at the former FACIM grounds?
A) Agricultural development
B) Urban regeneration
C) Tourist attraction creation
D) Industrial expansion
- 51. Who announced the restoration of Vila Algarve in February 2011?
A) FRELIMO leader Samora Machel
B) The International and State Defence Police (PIDE)
C) The Automovel & Touring Club de Moçambique
D) President Armando Guebuza
- 52. Which event did Maputo host in 2011?
A) The African Cup of Nations
B) The All-Africa Games
C) The FIFA World Cup
D) The Olympic Games
- 53. What is the capacity of Estádio do Zimpeto after its renovation for the 2011 All-Africa Games?
A) 10,000 spectators
B) 42,000 spectators
C) 32,000 spectators
D) 15,000 spectators
- 54. Which stadium is the largest in the Metropolitan Area of Maputo?
A) Estádio Costa do Sol
B) Estádio do Zimpeto
C) Estádio da Machava
D) Estádio do Maxaquene
- 55. Which reggae group held a concert at Estádio da Machava in 2005?
A) Steel Pulse
B) Aswad
C) UB40
D) Bob Marley and The Wailers
- 56. What was a major issue with the initial surface of Autódromo de Lourenço Marques?
A) It was too long
B) It had no seating capacity
C) It was located in an unsafe area
D) It did not provide enough grip.
- 57. When was the Autódromo de Lourenço Marques track inaugurated after renovation?
A) 1 January 1968
B) 15 August 1981
C) 25 June 1975
D) 26 November 1970
- 58. What is the capacity of Maputo's main basketball arena, Pavilhão do Maxaquene?
A) 3,500 people
B) 10,000 people
C) 4,000 people
D) 15,000 people
- 59. Which bloc influenced the new street names chosen in Maputo post-independence?
A) African Union
B) European Union
C) Western Bloc
D) Eastern Bloc
- 60. What type of transportation primarily serves non-walking trips in Maputo?
A) Chapas (minibus taxis)
B) Subway
C) Bicycles
D) Trains
- 61. How many buses did TPM recently acquire to improve public transport?
A) 500
B) 400
C) 270+
D) 150
- 62. In which year was the domestic terminal at Maputo International Airport completed?
A) 2010
B) 2012
C) 2015
D) 2008
- 63. Which area does the Baixa bus terminal serve in Maputo?
A) Downtown/central
B) Suburban
C) Northern outskirts
D) Southern suburbs
- 64. What is the name of the bus terminal located near the Museum in Maputo?
A) Central Park
B) Cultural Center
C) Museu (Museum)
D) Historical Square
- 65. Which bus terminal in Maputo handles regional and national buses?
A) Museu
B) Central Terminal
C) Baixa
D) Junta
- 66. Which ferry service is available from Maputo?
A) Polana
B) Matola
C) Maxaquene
D) KaTembe
- 67. How many vehicles can a ferry carry per trip from Maputo to KaTembe?
A) 30
B) 100
C) 20
D) 50
- 68. When did the electric tramway system commence in Maputo?
A) March 1899
B) February 1904
C) June 1925
D) January 1910
- 69. When did trams stop being used in Maputo?
A) 1963
B) 1947
C) 1955
D) 1936
- 70. Until what year is the firm allowed to manage the Port of Maputo?
A) 2040
B) 2028
C) 2030
D) 2025
- 71. What type of vessels can the Port of Maputo now handle after dredging works in 2010?
A) Handymax vessels
B) Capesize vessels
C) Suezmax vessels
D) Panamax vessels
- 72. By 2030, how many trains per day is the port expected to handle?
A) 25
B) 10
C) 50
D) 40
- 73. What are three-wheelers commonly known as in some Asian countries?
A) Bajajs
B) Rickshaws
C) Cyclos
D) Tuk-tuks
- 74. What local name is given to three-wheelers in Maputo?
A) Motos
B) Cyclos
C) Tchopelas
D) Vespas
- 75. Which hotel in Maputo was designed by Herbert Baker?
A) Hotel Real
B) Hotel Tivoli
C) Hotel Polana
D) Hotel Girassol
- 76. What is one reason for the removal of acacia trees in Maputo?
A) Urban beautification projects
B) Pest infestation control
C) Pruning overgrown trees during winter months
D) Expansion of road networks
- 77. In what year was television introduced in Mozambique?
A) 1990
B) 1981
C) 2000
D) 1975
- 78. What type of movies were produced locally in the late 1970s and 1980s in Mozambique?
A) Home-made productions depicting Socialist ideologies
B) Romantic comedies
C) Commercial Hollywood films
D) Science fiction
- 79. What is Maputo famous for in terms of handicraft?
A) Exhibiting works by Malangatana Ngwenya and Alberto Chissano.
B) Making small sculptures called 'pshikelekedanas' from soft wood using a penknife.
C) Hosting the Dockanema Documentary Film Festival.
D) Producing Portuguese colonial architecture.
- 80. Who designed the Jardim Tunduru in the 1880s?
A) John Smith
B) Francisco de Paula Rodrigues Alves
C) António Cardoso
D) Thomas Honney
- 81. What architectural style is the entrance of Jardim Tunduru designed in?
A) Neo-Manueline style
B) Modernist style
C) Baroque style
D) Gothic style
- 82. When was the Universidade Eduardo Mondlane established?
A) 1980
B) 1975
C) 1968
D) 1990
- 83. In what year did construction begin for Hospital Miguel Bombarda?
A) 1976
B) 1900
C) 1925
D) 1950
- 84. What was the name of Hospital Central de Maputo before 1976?
A) Clinica Especial de Maputo
B) Hospital General Lourenço Marques
C) Hospital Geral de Mavalane
D) Hospital Miguel Bombarda
- 85. How many departments does Hospital Central de Maputo have?
A) Six
B) Four
C) Ten
D) Eight
- 86. Which of the following is not a department at Hospital Central de Maputo?
A) Pediatrics
B) Neurology
C) Surgery
D) Medicine
- 87. Which city does Maputo have a cooperation agreement with?
A) Lisbon, Portugal
B) Nairobi, Kenya
C) Luanda, Angola
D) Barcelona, Spain
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