world map countries
Here you will find quiz questions on world map countries for those who want to test geography knowledge in a fun way. The questions mix map, neighbouring countries, seas, straits, islands and regional details that often fool even experienced players. It is suitable both for a quick break and for those who want to become more confident in recognising countries and places on a world map. Each question is written as clear quiz questions and answers, with a short answer and explanation to help you learn from your mistakes. You don't need to be an expert, but expect medium to difficult puzzles where you have to connect several clues, such as location, shape, nearby water or historical names still visible on maps. Perfect as a free online quiz to play by yourself or compare results with friends.
Why is a mental world map so valuable?
Having an internal world map is like owning a mental framework for understanding the world. It's not just about being able to point out countries, but about seeing the bigger picture. When you understand where countries are in relation to each other, it becomes easier to follow international news, understand trade routes, historical conflicts and how climate change affects different regions. A strong geographical knowledge makes you more general and helps you interpret information at a deeper level. A quiz is a perfect tool to build this mental map in a playful and effective way, one piece at a time.
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Round 1
Which country has a narrow strip of coastline on the Red Sea between two larger neighbours?
Answer: Eritrea
The country is located in the Horn of Africa and has a coastline on the Red Sea. It borders Sudan and Ethiopia, among others, and its coastline is clearly visible on many maps.
Which country is located on both sides of the Bosphorus, connecting Europe with Asia?
Answer: Turkey
The Bosphorus divides a large city into two continents and links the Black Sea to Lake Marmara. Its territory spans both Europe and Asia.
Which country is completely surrounded by South Africa but is located in a mountainous hinterland?
Answer: Lesotho
It is an enclave in southern Africa and has no coastline. The country is located high above sea level, which affects the climate and settlement compared to its surroundings.
Which country has both Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts and is closest to Europe in the north-west?
Answer: Morocco
It has a coastline on two seas and is close to the Iberian Peninsula. Its location on the Strait of Gibraltar means it often appears on maps of Europe and Africa.
Which country consists of two main islands and is located south-east of Australia?
Answer: New Zealand
The country is dominated by two large islands with a narrow strait connecting them. On maps, it appears as an elongated archipelago in the South Pacific.
Which country has the world's longest coastline and dominates northern North America on the map?
Answer: Canada
The country stretches from the Atlantic to the Pacific and far into the Arctic. The highly indented coastline with islands makes the coastline exceptionally long.
Which country is located between Nigeria and Cameroon and has a small coastline on the Gulf of Guinea?
Answer: Equatorial Guinea
The country consists of a mainland and offshore islands. On the map, it appears as a small state sandwiched between larger neighbours in Central Africa.
Which country controls the passage between the Persian Gulf and the Arabian Sea via a major strait?
Answer: Oman
The country's territory is strategically located near the entrance to the Persian Gulf. The importance of the strait is reflected in maps of shipping and energy transport.
Which country is located between Spain and Portugal on the western part of the Iberian Peninsula?
Answer: Portugal
It has an Atlantic coastline and shares a land border with only one state; on a world map it appears as the westernmost part of the Iberian Peninsula.
Which country is located north of the United States and has the province of Québec as its French-speaking centre?
Answer: Canada
Québec is a large province with French as its dominant language. Its location on the map includes both densely populated areas in the south and vast northern expanses.
Which country is located on the island shared with Haiti and has the most inhabitants of the two?
Answer: Dominican Republic
The island of Hispaniola is divided by two states with different historical colonial backgrounds. The eastern part has a larger population and is a clear marker on Caribbean maps.
Which country is the largest island in the world and is located between North America and Europe in the Arctic?
Answer: Greenland
It is a huge Arctic island that often appears larger on flat map projections. Geographically, it is located between Canada and Iceland, with a coastline facing the North Atlantic.
Which country is located on the western coast of the Caspian Sea and has an exclave separate from the main country?
Answer: Azerbaijan
The country has a coastline on the Caspian Sea and an exclave that has no land connection with the main territory. The map shows the exclave separated by another state.
Which country has a long, narrow shape along the Pacific Ocean on the west coast of South America?
Answer: Chile
The country spans many latitudes but is narrow between the sea and a mountain range. Its distinct shape makes it easy to recognise on world maps.
Which country is located on the east coast of Africa and is a large island opposite Mozambique?
Answer: Madagascar
The island is located in the Indian Ocean and is separated from the mainland by a channel. On maps, it appears as a large oblong island parallel to the south-east coast of Africa.
Which country has the capital of a separate city-state-like region completely surrounded by South Africa?
Answer: Eswatini
The country is a small state in southern Africa and has no coastline. On the map it is sandwiched against a large neighbour, with a short border also with Mozambique.
Which European country has no coastline and borders both Switzerland and Austria?
Answer: Liechtenstein
It is a very small landlocked state between two mountainous neighbours. On the map, it is located in the Alpine region and is one of Europe's smallest independent states.
Which country is the furthest north in Scandinavia and has a coastline on the Barents Sea?
Answer: Norway
The country stretches far north and coasts several oceans. Its northern coastline connects it to Arctic waters, which is clearly visible on a world map.
Which country is located between Thailand and Vietnam and is known for its Mekong floodplain?
Answer: Cambodia
The country is located in Southeast Asia and is strongly influenced by the Mekong system. It is visible on the map between larger neighbours, with a relatively short coastline facing a bay.
Which country is a South American enclave of Dutch heritage on the northern coast?
Answer: Suriname
It is located on the north coast of South America between two other states and has Atlantic coastline. Historical names and language traces often make it stand out in map questions.
Which country on the world map has borders with both China and India but no coast of its own?
Answer: Nepal
The country is located in the Himalayas between two very large neighbours. It is landlocked and dominated by mountains, which makes the map position clear despite the small area.
Which country has an exclave on the Baltic Sea between two EU countries and belongs to a larger federation?
Answer: Kaliningrad
The area is located on the Baltic Sea coast and is separated from its motherland. On maps, it appears between Poland and Lithuania as a separate region with a strategic location.
Which country is located in the south-west corner of the Arabian Peninsula and has a coastline on both the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea?
Answer: Yemen
The country has a wide coastline facing two sea areas and is close to important shipping lanes. It is visible on the map at the southern end of the peninsula, opposite the Horn of Africa.
Which country is made up of many islands between Florida and Hispaniola and has Nassau as its centre?
Answer: Bahamas
The archipelago is located in the Atlantic Ocean north of the Caribbean and consists of hundreds of islands and shoals. It is visible on the map as a chain of islands near the south-eastern coast of the United States.
Which country is located on the Adriatic Sea and has a short coastal corridor that divides another country in two?
Answer: Bosnia and Herzegovina
The country has a very short coastline on the Adriatic Sea. This location creates a geographical cut-off in the region, which is often visible on detailed maps.
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Round 2
Which country is located on the Ganges Delta and has a long border with Myanmar?
Answer: Bangladesh
Located in South Asia, the country is shaped by large river systems that flow into a bay. Its south-eastern border with a neighbouring state is clearly visible on regional maps.
Which country has a narrow coastal strip on the Namib Desert and borders Angola to the north?
Answer: Namibia
The country has Atlantic coastline where a large desert meets the sea. On the map, it is visible as a state with a clear north-south extension and a characteristic narrow north-eastern corridor.
Which country is the largest state entirely within Europe in terms of surface area, not counting transcontinental ones?
Answer: Ukraine
It is located in eastern Europe and has a coastline on the Black Sea. In terms of surface area, it is the largest of the states located entirely in Europe, as can be seen when compared on maps.
Which country is located on an island in the Mediterranean Sea south of Italy and is a member of the EU?
Answer: Malta
It is a small island state in the central Mediterranean with a strategic location. On the map, it appears as a small point south of Sicily, often marked near important sea routes.
Which country on the west coast of Africa has its own small enclave south of an estuary?
Answer: Angola
The country has a separate enclave located north of the main territory. The map shows the enclave on the Atlantic coast, separated by another state, making the geography easy to confuse.
Which country completely surrounds one of the world's most famous Mediterranean microstates?
Answer: Italy
A very small state, it is completely enclosed in the Italian peninsula. Its enclosure is clearly visible on the map, and it also has a coastline on several Mediterranean seas.
Which country is located between Senegal and Guinea and is known for its narrow shape along a river?
Answer: Gambia
The country broadly follows a river valley and is very narrow. On the map it appears as a long corridor inland, almost completely surrounded by a larger neighbour.
Which country is located on the world map as an archipelago east of Vietnam with Manila as its capital?
Answer: Philippines
The country is made up of thousands of islands in the western Pacific Ocean. On the map, it lies east of the mainland of Southeast Asia, so its location is often tested by directions and seas.
Which country is located between Poland and Lithuania and has a white-red flag without an emblem?
Answer: Poland
The country is located in central Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea. It appears on the map between several neighbours, and its location is often used in regional and border issues.
Which country has a coastline on both the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea and is located in the Caucasus?
Answer: Georgia
The country lies at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, bordering a large inland sea. The Caucasus region means that map questions are often about mountains, passes and neighbourhoods.
Which country is located in Central America and has both Caribbean and Pacific coasts?
Answer: Panama
The country connects two continents and coasts two large sea areas. The narrow land bridge is clearly visible on the map and influences shipping and climate patterns.
Which country is north of Greece and has a large lake that often appears on maps of the Balkans?
Answer: North Macedonia
It is a landlocked Balkan state with clear mountainous borders. A large lake to the west is shared with a neighbour, which is often used to test location knowledge on maps.
Which country consists of a long island in the Indian Ocean east of Africa and has Port Louis as its centre?
Answer: Mauritius
It is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, far from the mainland. It appears on maps as a small island to the east of Madagascar, often marked in the context of island groups.
Which country in South America has no coastline but large salt deserts and high plateaus?
Answer: Bolivia
The country is located inland, with the Andes and vast plateaus. The map shows that it does not reach the sea, which affects trade and historical border conflicts.
Which country lies on the Nile and has a short Mediterranean coastline but a large desert area?
Answer: Egypt
The country is strongly linked to a river valley that cuts through desert landscapes. The map shows a small Mediterranean coastline and a strategic location between Africa and Asia.
Which country is located in the Persian Gulf and has a large island connected by bridges to the mainland?
Answer: Bahrain
It is a small island state in the Gulf with several connections to the neighbouring coast. It appears on the map as a small archipelago close to a larger neighbour on the Arabian Peninsula.
Which country is located between Austria and Switzerland and is known to be doubly landlocked?
Answer: Liechtenstein
To reach the sea from the land, you need to pass through at least two other countries. On the map, it lies between two landlocked countries in the Alps, making sea access particularly indirect.
What is the southernmost country on the African continent, surrounding a small coastal state to the east?
Answer: South Africa
It is located at the southern tip of the continent and has a coastline on two seas. On the map, it encloses a smaller state, providing a clear sense of containment in the region.
Which country is located on a peninsula in Southeast Asia and has the southernmost point on the Asian mainland?
Answer: Malaysia
The country has one part on the mainland and one part on a large island. The southern tip of the mainland is a common map fact, especially when comparing straits and sea lanes.
Which country in West Africa has a capital city called Yaoundé?
Answer: Cameroon
The country is located on the Gulf of Guinea and has great geographical diversity from coast to interior. On the map, it appears as a link between West and Central African regions.
Which country is located on the world map countries as a large island in the Caribbean south of Florida?
Answer: Cuba
The island is elongated and located at the entrance to the Gulf of Mexico. On maps, it appears close to the United States, and its shape makes it easy to identify in the Caribbean.
Which country is located between Russia and China and is known for its vast steppes and sparse population?
Answer: Mongolia
The country is landlocked in East Asia and has large open spaces. On the map, it appears as a large area between two great powers, which is often tested with situational questions.
Which country has a narrow land corridor separating two parts of a neighbouring Balkan country?
Answer: Bosnia and Herzegovina
The short stretch of coastline on the Adriatic Sea creates a geographical cut-off in the area. The map shows how the coastal position affects the contiguous coastline of the neighbouring country.
Which country is located in the Horn of Africa and has a coastline on both the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean?
Answer: Somalia
The country has one of the longest coastlines in Africa and is strategically located on sea routes. A clear horn shape is visible on the map, with a coastline facing two large sea areas.
Which country is a small state on the Pyrenees between two larger European neighbours?
Answer: Andorra
It is high in the mountains and has no coastline. On the map, it appears as a small area between two larger countries, often marked in the context of mountain passes and microstate locations.
