- 1. Alibaba Group, founded in 1999 by Jack Ma and a group of co-founders, is a Chinese multinational conglomerate specializing in e-commerce, retail, internet, and technology. Initially started as a B2B (business-to-business) platform aimed at connecting Chinese manufacturers with international buyers, Alibaba has expanded its operations to encompass a wide array of services, including Alibaba.com for global trade, Taobao for consumer-to-consumer sales, and Tmall for business-to-consumer interactions. Over the years, the company has leveraged innovative technology and vast logistics networks to enhance online shopping experiences, making it a dominant force in the Asia-Pacific region's e-commerce landscape. The company is notable for its commitment to empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through technology, thereby facilitating their growth and global presence. In addition to e-commerce, Alibaba has made significant investments in cloud computing, digital media, and entertainment, positioning itself as a major player in diverse sectors and paving the way for future technologies in the digital age. With millions of active users and a robust ecosystem, Alibaba not only influences the Chinese market but also plays a pivotal role in shaping global online commerce.
Who is the founder of Alibaba?
A) Mark Zuckerberg B) Jeff Bezos C) Elon Musk D) Jack Ma
- 2. In which year was Alibaba founded?
A) 1999 B) 2000 C) 2010 D) 2005
- 3. What is the main business of Alibaba Group?
A) E-commerce B) Online Gaming C) Search Engine D) Social Media
- 4. Alibaba's headquarters is located in which city?
A) Shanghai B) Hangzhou C) Guangzhou D) Beijing
- 5. Which popular online shopping platform does Alibaba own?
A) Amazon B) Taobao C) Walmart D) Ebay
- 6. What does the name 'Alibaba' represent?
A) Treasure Island B) Open Sesame C) Golden Key D) Magic Lamp
- 7. Alibaba is often compared to which US-based e-commerce company?
A) eBay B) Google C) Walmart D) Amazon
- 8. Which financial affiliate of Alibaba offers online payment services?
A) Stripe B) Alipay C) PayPal D) Venmo
- 9. What event does Alibaba celebrate annually on November 11th?
A) Valentine's Day B) Christmas Day C) Singles' Day D) Labor Day
- 10. Alibaba's cloud computing subsidiary is known as:
A) Alibaba Cloud B) Cloud9 C) Nimbus D) SkyTech
- 11. What is the name of Alibaba's online wholesale platform for global trade?
A) WorldTrade B) Alibaba.com C) GlobalMart D) TradeLink
- 12. In which industry does Alibaba's subsidiary 'Cainiao' operate?
A) Entertainment B) Logistics C) Healthcare D) Construction
- 13. Which social media platform is owned by Alibaba?
A) Instagram B) Weibo C) Facebook D) Snapchat
- 14. Alibaba's digital wallet service is called:
A) AliPay B) Samsung Pay C) Apple Pay D) WeChat Pay
- 15. Who succeeded Jack Ma as the executive chairman of Alibaba Group in 2019?
A) Robin Li B) Joe Tsai C) Daniel Zhang D) Pony Ma
- 16. Which Chinese e-commerce company is often considered a main competitor to Alibaba?
A) Pinduoduo B) JD.com C) Tencent D) Baidu
- 17. Alibaba's music streaming service is named:
A) Spotify B) Apple Music C) Tidal D) Xiami
- 18. Which movie studio was acquired by Alibaba in 2016?
A) Warner Bros. B) Amblin Partners C) Universal Pictures D) Paramount Pictures
- 19. Alibaba Group Holding Limited is a multinational conglomerate headquartered in which country?
A) China B) India C) USA D) Japan
- 20. Which record-breaking IPO did Alibaba hold in 2014?
A) The most profitable IPO of the year B) The fastest IPO to reach $1 billion C) The largest IPO in history D) The youngest company to go public
- 21. Alibaba owns what percentage of shares in Ant Group?
A) 33% B) 10% C) 50% D) 75%
- 22. In which stock exchange did Alibaba conduct its record-breaking IPO in 2014?
A) Shanghai Stock Exchange B) New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) C) Hong Kong Stock Exchange D) London Stock Exchange
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