- 1. Hassanal Bolkiah, the Sultan of Brunei, is renowned as one of the world's wealthiest monarchs. With extensive wealth derived from Brunei's abundant oil and gas reserves, he has managed to amass a significant fortune, making him one of the richest individuals in the world. Known for his lavish lifestyle, including opulent palaces, luxury cars, and extravagant possessions, Hassanal Bolkiah continues to be a prominent figure on the global stage. His rule over Brunei, a small but prosperous nation in Southeast Asia, has been marked by both economic success and controversies, leading to a mix of admiration and criticism from various quarters.
In which country does Hassanal Bolkiah serve as the monarch?
A) Brunei
B) Bahrain
C) Malaysia
D) Qatar
- 2. Which of the following industries significantly contributes to Hassanal Bolkiah's wealth?
A) Agriculture
B) Textiles
C) Construction
D) Oil and gas
- 3. How many children does Hassanal Bolkiah have?
A) 12
B) 16
C) 5
D) 7
- 4. Which year did Hassanal Bolkiah ascend to the throne of Brunei?
A) 1982
B) 1967
C) 2005
D) 1999
- 5. What is the full title of Hassanal Bolkiah?
A) Emperor Iskandar Bolkiah
B) King Hassanal Abdullah
C) Prince Abdul Hakim
D) Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah
- 6. In which city is the lavish Istana Nurul Iman palace located?
A) Kuala Lumpur
B) Jakarta
C) Bandar Seri Begawan
D) Singapore
- 7. What is the currency used in Brunei?
A) Brunei Dollar
B) Rupiah
C) Yuan
D) Ringgit
- 8. What is the most common religion practiced in Brunei?
A) Hinduism
B) Islam
C) Buddhism
D) Christianity
- 9. What is the national airline of Brunei?
A) Sultan Air
B) Royal Brunei Airlines
C) Brunei Air
D) Borneo Airways
- 10. What is the official language of Brunei?
A) Arabic
B) English
C) Malay
D) Chinese
- 11. Which prestigious British military academy did Hassanal Bolkiah attend?
A) Cambridge University
B) Imperial College London
C) Oxford University
D) Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
- 12. Which country does Brunei share its only land border with?
A) Philippines
B) Indonesia
C) Vietnam
D) Malaysia
- 13. Which famous luxury hotel chain is owned by the Brunei Investment Agency, under the Bruneian government's control?
A) Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
B) Dorchester Collection
C) Hilton Hotels & Resorts
D) Marriott International
- 14. What is the name of Hassanal Bolkiah's palace in Brunei?
A) Istana Nurul Iman
B) Golden Palace
C) Royal Palace
D) Sultan's Residence
- 15. Which international organization was founded by Hassanal Bolkiah in 1984?
A) ASEAN
B) SCO
C) OPEC
D) APEC
- 16. What is the name of Hassanal Bolkiah's oldest son and the Crown Prince of Brunei?
A) Sultan Hamzah
B) Al-Muhtadee Billah
C) Haji Muhammad
D) Raja Idris
- 17. Which year did Brunei declare independence from the United Kingdom?
A) 1984
B) 1965
C) 1973
D) 1990
- 18. What honor did Queen Elizabeth II bestow upon Hassanal Bolkiah in 1968?
A) Order of the Garter
B) Order of the British Empire
C) Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St. Michael and St. George
D) Royal Victorian Order
- 19. Under Hassanal Bolkiah's regime, what is the country code for Brunei's telephone numbers?
A) +673
B) +602
C) +899
D) +411
- 20. Which golf course in Brunei was designed by Jack Nicklaus?
A) The Empire Hotel & Country Club
B) RBA Golf Club
C) Pulai Springs Country Club
D) Pantai Mentiri Golf Club
- 21. Hassanal Bolkiah has a reputation for collecting and driving what type of luxury cars?
A) Ferrari
B) Lamborghini
C) Porsche
D) Rolls-Royce
- 22. Which one of the following is not true about Hassanal Bolkiah?
A) He has ruled Brunei for several decades
B) He has faced criticism for human rights abuses
C) He is the youngest monarch in the world
D) He is known for his extravagant lifestyle
- 23. In what year did Hassanal Bolkiah introduce Sharia law to Brunei?
A) 2010
B) 2014
C) 2005
D) 2017
- 24. What is the highest mountain in Brunei?
A) Mount Ophir
B) Mount Kinabalu
C) Mount Rinjani
D) Bukit Pagon
- 25. In addition to being the Sultan, Hassanal Bolkiah also holds which political position?
A) Defense Minister
B) Prime Minister
C) Finance Minister
D) Foreign Minister
- 26. Which Hollywood actress was romantically linked to Hassanal Bolkiah's son, Prince Azim?
A) Scarlett Johansson
B) Angelina Jolie
C) Jennifer Aniston
D) Julia Roberts
- 27. In which sport did Hassanal Bolkiah represent Brunei at the Southeast Asian Games?
A) Swimming
B) Polo
C) Badminton
D) Football
- 28. What was the name of Hassanal Bolkiah's father who preceded him as Sultan of Brunei?
A) Jefri Bolkiah
B) Haji Hassanal Bolkiah
C) Hassanal Abdulaziz Al Saud
D) Omar Ali Saifuddien III
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