- 1. The economy of Malawi is largely dependent on agriculture, with the majority of the population engaged in small-scale farming. The main crops grown include tobacco, sugarcane, tea, and various food crops. However, the economy faces challenges such as limited access to markets, low productivity, and vulnerability to weather fluctuations. In recent years, efforts have been made to diversify the economy through industries such as mining, manufacturing, and tourism. Despite these efforts, Malawi continues to face issues of poverty, unemployment, and underdevelopment.
Which currency is used in Malawi?
A) Kenyan Shilling
B) South African Rand
C) Malawian Kwacha
D) Tanzanian Shilling
- 2. What is the main industry contributing to Malawi's economy?
A) Agriculture
B) Mining
C) Tourism
D) Manufacturing
- 3. Who is responsible for monetary policy in Malawi?
A) Agricultural Development and Marketing Corporation
B) Reserve Bank of Malawi
C) Malawi Revenue Authority
D) Ministry of Finance
- 4. Which of the following is a major export of Malawi?
A) Tea
B) Coffee
C) Tobacco
D) Cotton
- 5. Which international organization is a major donor to Malawi for development assistance?
A) African Union
B) World Bank
C) United Nations
D) European Union
- 6. Which country borders Malawi to the west?
A) Zambia
B) Mozambique
C) Zimbabwe
D) Tanzania
- 7. What is the main source of electricity generation in Malawi?
A) Wind
B) Nuclear
C) Hydropower
D) Coal
- 8. Which organization is responsible for regulating telecommunications in Malawi?
A) Malawi Broadcasting Corporation
B) Ministry of Information
C) National Information Communications Technology Authority
D) Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority
- 9. Malawi was formerly known as?
A) Tanganyika
B) Nyasaland
C) Bechuanaland
D) Rhodesia
- 10. Which season is the primary growing season for crops in Malawi?
A) Rainy Season
B) Harvest Season
C) Dry Season
D) Winter Season
- 11. Who is responsible for overseeing taxation in Malawi?
A) Reserve Bank of Malawi
B) National Planning Commission
C) Malawi Revenue Authority
D) Ministry of Finance
- 12. How many regions does Malawi have?
A) 3
B) 8
C) 5
D) 10
- 13. What is the largest religion practiced in Malawi?
A) Hinduism
B) Buddhism
C) Islam
D) Christianity
- 14. Who is the President of Malawi as of 2021?
A) Peter Mutharika
B) Lazarus Chakwera
C) Bakili Muluzi
D) Joyce Banda
- 15. Malawi gained independence from which country in 1964?
A) Belgium
B) Portugal
C) France
D) United Kingdom
- 16. Which economic community is Malawi a member of?
A) Southern African Development Community (SADC)
B) Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA)
C) Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
D) East African Community (EAC)
- 17. What is the main transport mode for domestic travel in Malawi?
A) Air
B) Rail
C) Road
D) Waterway
- 18. What is the capital city of Malawi?
A) Mzuzu
B) Blantyre
C) Lilongwe
D) Zomba
- 19. What is the primary cause of deforestation in Malawi?
A) Charcoal production
B) Large-scale agriculture
C) Urban expansion
D) Logging industry
- 20. What is the main staple food in Malawi?
A) Wheat
B) Cassava
C) Rice
D) Maize
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