- 1. The Kazakhs are a Turkic ethnic group primarily inhabiting Central Asia, particularly Kazakhstan. They are known for their rich history and nomadic traditions. What is the primary language spoken by the Kazakh people?
A) Uyghur
B) Uzbek
C) Russian
D) Kazakh
- 2. Kazakhstan is the largest landlocked country in the world. Historically, the Kazakhs were known for their mobile lifestyle. What were the traditional dwellings of the Kazakh people called?
A) Bungalows
B) Tents
C) Huts
D) Yurts
- 3. The Kazakh culture is deeply intertwined with the steppe and its animals. What animal was particularly central to the traditional Kazakh economy and way of life?
A) Yak
B) Sheep
C) Camel
D) Horse
- 4. Kazakhstan has experienced various historical influences. Which empire significantly influenced the region and its people for centuries, including aspects of their administration and culture?
A) Persian Empire
B) Qing Dynasty
C) Russian Empire
D) Ottoman Empire
- 5. The majority religion among the Kazakh people is Islam. However, some pre-Islamic traditions and beliefs have also persisted. What is a common element found in traditional Kazakh spiritual practices?
A) Shamanism
B) Hinduism
C) Judaism
D) Buddhism
- 6. Kazakh cuisine features hearty dishes suited to a nomadic lifestyle. What is a staple of Kazakh traditional food, often made from horse meat?
A) Borscht
B) Plov
C) Beshbarmak
D) Shashlik
- 7. The Great Silk Road passed through lands inhabited by Kazakh ancestors, facilitating trade and cultural exchange. Which of these was a major trade good that traveled along the Silk Road?
A) Potatoes
B) Silk
C) Tomatoes
D) Corn
- 8. Kazakhstan gained independence in 1991 after the collapse of the Soviet Union. Who was the first President of independent Kazakhstan?
A) Lenin
B) Stalin
C) Gorbachev
D) Nursultan Nazarbayev
- 9. Traditional Kazakh music often features stringed instruments. What is a prominent Kazakh folk instrument resembling a lute?
A) Balalaika
B) Dombra
C) Sitar
D) Oud
- 10. The vast steppes of Kazakhstan are home to diverse wildlife. Which large grazing animal, related to cattle, is found in Kazakhstan and was historically important?
A) Lion
B) Panda
C) Saiga antelope
D) Kangaroo
- 11. Kazakhstan is rich in natural resources, particularly oil and gas. Which of these is a major mineral resource found in Kazakhstan?
A) Uranium
B) Gold
C) Coal
D) Copper
- 12. The Kazakh people have a strong tradition of oral storytelling and epic poems. What is the term for a Kazakh epic poem or heroic tale?
A) Ballad
B) Epic
C) Jir
D) Saga
- 13. During the Soviet era, many Kazakhs were subjected to forced collectivization and famine. What was the name of the devastating famine in Kazakhstan during the early 1930s?
A) Great Famine
B) Asharshylyq
C) Kolyma
D) Holodomor
- 14. Kazakhstan is a multi-ethnic country with significant Russian and other minority populations. What is the second most spoken language in Kazakhstan?
A) English
B) Russian
C) German
D) Chinese
- 15. The traditional Kazakh diet was largely based on animal products. What is a common fermented dairy product consumed by Kazakhs?
A) Yogurt
B) Kumis
C) Butter
D) Cheese
- 16. Kazakhstan's geography includes vast plains, mountains, and deserts. Which mountain range is located in southeastern Kazakhstan?
A) Himalayas
B) Alps
C) Andes
D) Tian Shan
- 17. The Kazakh people have a strong sense of hospitality. What is a traditional greeting or gesture of respect shown to guests?
A) Bowing
B) Offering tea
C) Hugging
D) Shaking hands
- 18. What is the capital city of Kazakhstan?
A) Almaty
B) Taraz
C) Astana
D) Karaganda
- 19. Kazakhstan has a significant nomadic heritage. What type of economy was historically characteristic of the Kazakh people?
A) Fishing
B) Pastoral nomadism
C) Agriculture
D) Industrial
- 20. The Soviet Union conducted extensive nuclear weapons testing in Kazakhstan. What was the name of the primary nuclear test site?
A) Altai
B) Baikonur
C) Semipalatinsk
D) Kazakhstan Desert
- 21. What is the traditional Kazakh sport that involves riders competing to retrieve a goat or sheep carcass?
A) Kökpar
B) Horse racing
C) Archery
D) Wrestling
- 22. The Kazakh identity is closely tied to their ancestral lands. The vast steppe has played a crucial role in shaping their culture and traditions. What is the Kazakh word for 'steppe'?
A) Prairie
B) Dala
C) Tundra
D) Savanna
- 23. What is the primary ethnic group of Kazakhstan?
A) Ukrainians
B) Kazakhs
C) Tatars
D) Russians
- 24. Kazakhstan's history is marked by the rise and fall of various nomadic empires and confederations. Which of these was a prominent Turkic confederation that influenced the region?
A) Huns
B) Göktürks
C) Scythians
D) Mongols
- 25. What is a traditional Kazakh clothing item, often made of felt and decorated with embroidery, worn by both men and women?
A) Chapan
B) Kilt
C) Kimono
D) Sari
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