Are You a Geography Guru? Test Your Knowledge with our Country Flag Quiz!

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There are more than 8 billion people in this big world, and they live in more than 200 recognized countries, states and territories. Our flag quiz incorporates characteristics from areas around the globe to bring you flag trivia and images of flags of the world.

The area around the Mediterranean Sea is said to be the cradle of civilization. It has a long and storied history filled with ancient peoples, a pantheon of gods and millennia of political strife. Farther north, people relied on each other for day to day necessities due to ever-changing seasons. Life evolved differently, and the sense of community has a deep meaning that is reflected in all aspects of daily life.

Africa has immense grasslands, high and low deserts as well as a vast assortment of wildlife. Recent archeological finds indicate that the largest unbroken caldera in the world may hold clues that it is the birthplace of man. Asia’s gargantuan landmass enabled early residents to roam freely, populating the entire continent, from sandy shores to rocky mountaintops.

South America’s rainforests and natural resources have been providing wealth for thousands of years, giving birth to civilizations including the Maya and Inca. North America has been shaped by colonialism as much as it has by the elements. With a variety of countries putting down roots and claiming bits of land, the culture became unique in each region. Island nations found across the globe carry on traditions passed down for centuries; some are little changed due to their isolation.

World flags often carry deep meaning for the citizens they represent. Thousands of years of wars, compromise and nature’s volatility have shaped every facet of life, from the way houses are built to how residents worship and ruled. Show off your skills in our world flag quiz and match the flag with its country based on the clues in the questions.

Country Flag Quiz Questions

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Question 1

The second largest country in the world, it also has some of the coldest temperatures on the planet, making curling incredibly popular, although ice hockey is considered the national sport. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Canada
  • B
    Honduras
  • C
    Peru
  • D
    Austria

Question 2

The home of Kimchi and one of the world’s largest technology companies, Samsung, this Asian country has the Sea of Japan to the east, the Yellow Sea to the west, and a rather troublesome cousin to the north. Which country is it?

  • A
    Ecuador
  • B
    South Korea
  • C
    Slovakia
  • D
    Azerbaijan

Question 3

This tiny Middle Eastern country is nestled between Egypt and Jordan on the southeastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea. Despite its small size, it is home to four incredibly ancient UNESCO world heritage sites: Jerusalem’s Old City Walls, Tel Aviv’s White City, Akko’s Old City, and Masada. Which country is it?

  • A
    Namibia
  • B
    Israel
  • C
    Italy
  • D
    Colombia

Question 4

This country in northern Europe is known for its neutrality, exceptional watches, and handy pocket knives that also hold many tools. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Tonga
  • B
    Switzerland
  • C
    Turkey
  • D
    Belgium

Question 5

This European nation is famous for its beer and castles. Visitors come from around the globe to attend Oktoberfest, the oldest annual beer festival in the world. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Greece
  • B
    Spain
  • C
    Japan
  • D
    Germany

Question 6

This country consists of an archipelago more than 7000 islands. Known as the land of the rising sun, its flag symbolizes this representation. Which country is it?

  • A
    Madagascar
  • B
    Japan
  • C
    Greenland
  • D
    South Korea

Question 7

Jutting out into the Aegean Sea, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Black Sea, one of this country’s largest cities Istanbul. It is the only one in the world that straddles two continents, Asia and Europe, making it culturally diverse. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Italy
  • B
    Denmark
  • C
    Scotland
  • D
    Turkey

Question 8

The southernmost country in Africa, this nation has 3 capital cities and 11 official languages. Which country is it?

  • A
    Argentina
  • B
    South Africa
  • C
    Antarctica
  • D
    Mexico

Question 9

Known for windmills as well as coffee houses and canals in its most visited city, Amsterdam. This European country’s flag is based on the royal family’s coat of arms. Although called the House of Orange there is no color orange in the design. Which country is it?

  • A
    Netherlands
  • B
    Guinea
  • C
    Costa Rica
  • D
    Bulgaria

Question 10

The home of Guinness, Shamrocks, and the Celtic cross, this island nation is visited by millions each year who come to kiss the Blarney Stone. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    England
  • B
    Germany
  • C
    Czech Republic
  • D
    Ireland

Question 11

The first emperor of this vast, hugely populated Asian country wanted to live forever, so he spent his wealth on a luxurious tomb and had the terracotta warriors created to stand guard and protect him in the afterlife. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Canada
  • B
    Turkey
  • C
    China
  • D
    Brazil

Question 12

Containing most of the Amazons rainforest, this is the largest country in South America, bordering all nations on the continent except Chile and Ecuador. Which country is it?

  • A
    Panama
  • B
    Portugal
  • C
    South Africa
  • D
    Brazil

Question 13

This British Isles country is known for its Scotch whisky (not Whiskey), kilts, and the oldest golf course in the world. Which country is it?

  • A
    Poland
  • B
    Lithuania
  • C
    Serbia
  • D
    Scotland

Question 14

Home of Eva Peron, a pioneer in women's rights, and Diego Maradona, arguably the greatest soccer player in history, this country has the southernmost city in the world. Which country is it?

  • A
    Argentina
  • B
    Botswana
  • C
    Ghana
  • D
    Venezuela

Question 15

The flag of this Caribbean country is the only national flag in the world that does not contain red, white or blue. It flew proudly at a Winter Olympics for the Bobsled competition. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Tanzania
  • B
    Aruba
  • C
    Jamaica
  • D
    Bolivia

Question 16

Perhaps one of the most well-known citizens of this Eastern European country, Nadia Comăneci was the first woman to score a perfect 10 in gymnastics during the 1976 Olympics. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    France
  • B
    Romania
  • C
    Brazil
  • D
    Saudi Arabia

Question 17

Situated at the southernmost point in Central America, a famous canal was built here. Which country is it?

  • A
    Fiji
  • B
    Morocco
  • C
    Spain
  • D
    Panama

Question 18

Considered part of the national heritage of this vast northern nation, Matryoshkas, also known as nesting dolls, are handmade by artists. Which country is it?

  • A
    South Korea
  • B
    Japan
  • C
    Jamaica
  • D
    Russia

Question 19

Sitting on the western edge of Europe between Spain and the Atlantic Ocean, this small nation is known for its beautiful beaches and fortified wine knowns as Port. Which country is it?

  • A
    Portugal
  • B
    California
  • C
    Cyprus
  • D
    Italy

Question 20

At one time this country, the largest in Africa, was known as Numidia (not to be confused with modern-day Namibia). Located in West Africa, its coastline runs along the Alboran Sea, next to Morocco. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Japan
  • B
    Algeria
  • C
    Canada
  • D
    Malaysia

Question 21

Known for white sand beaches and tequila, this southern North American country’s flag has the same colors as that of Italy. What country is it?

  • A
    Thailand
  • B
    Morocco
  • C
    Peru
  • D
    Mexico

Question 22

Some of the world’s finest tobacco is rolled into the much-sought-after cigars from this tropical island country. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Cuba
  • B
    Mexico
  • C
    Honduras
  • D
    Cameroon

Question 23

The home of Machu Picchu, this country on the west coast of South America blends traditional elements with modern style for a wholly unique cultural experience. The nation’s flag does the same, incorporating colors influenced by the Inca empire with the coat of arms that features modern day symbols of the nation. Which country is it?

  • A
    Austria
  • B
    Tahiti
  • C
    Afghanistan
  • D
    Peru

Question 24

Although this country boasts 7 UNESCO sites, enjoys a long coastline along the Black Sea, and has the celebrated capital city of Kiev, it is most well-known for the Chernobyl power plant disaster in the 1980s. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Sweden
  • B
    Poland
  • C
    Japan
  • D
    Ukraine

Question 25

Spanning the Arabian Peninsula, this young country is rich in history and oil. Located between the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf, oil fields have made them among the wealthiest nations in the world. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Saudi Arabia
  • B
    Uzbekistan
  • C
    India
  • D
    Sudan

Question 26

This African country is rumored to house the original ten commandments in the Ark of the Covenant as mentioned in The Bible. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Iraq
  • B
    Scotland
  • C
    Spain
  • D
    Ethiopia

Question 27

This small island nation is located in the Mediterranean Sea near the southern coast of Turkey. The country’s seldom-used flag has a picture of the island nation on it. Which one is it?

  • A
    Cyprus
  • B
    England
  • C
    Fiji
  • D
    Canada

Question 28

Home of the Linzer Torte and Apple Strudel, this European country knows its desserts. They also have some of the most beautiful churches and castles in the world. Which country is it?

  • A
    Pakistan
  • B
    Greece
  • C
    Morocco
  • D
    Austria

Question 29

This country is the longest north to south in South America, with the Andes mountains running the entire length. Which country is it?

  • A
    Mexico
  • B
    Chile
  • C
    Brazil
  • D
    Algeria

Question 30

Mt. Kilimanjaro is located in this east African nation. Due to the huge variety of species located here, approximately 25 percent of the land has been set aside in conservation areas, national parks, and reserves. Which country is it?

  • A
    India
  • B
    Egypt
  • C
    Tanzania
  • D
    Ukraine

Question 31

This country’s flag is the preeminent symbol of nationalism and pride. It is the only nation that is both a country and a continent. What country is it?

  • A
    Malaysia
  • B
    Nauru
  • C
    Australia
  • D
    United Kingdom

Question 32

The tricolor design of this African nation’s flag was inspired by that of France, the country that once ruled it. Located at the westernmost point on the continent, it surrounds Gambia on three sides. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Senegal
  • B
    France
  • C
    Nicaragua
  • D
    Mexico

Question 33

Located in central Africa, this war-torn country gained its independence from Belgium in 1960. Although it was briefly known as the Republic of Zaire, the previous name was reinstated. Which country is it?

  • A
    Democratic Republic of Congo
  • B
    Ethiopia
  • C
    Belarus
  • D
    Paraguay

Question 34

Famous for its lush green tea plantations and plentiful white sand beaches, this South Asian island is located off the coast of India. Which country is it?

  • A
    Ireland
  • B
    Taiwan
  • C
    Sri Lanka
  • D
    Iceland

Question 35

Although this South American nation, tucked in beside Argentina along the east coast, is the second smallest on the continent, it is one of the top producers of wine. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Uruguay
  • B
    Panama
  • C
    Peru
  • D
    Tanzania

Question 36

When many people think of isolated tropical tribes and colorful war garb, this South Pacific country, just north of Australia, may be what they have in mind. Which country is it?

  • A
    Sri Lanka
  • B
    Papua New Guinea
  • C
    Madagascar
  • D
    Cuba

Question 37

The citizens of this large South Asian country, with extensive coastlines on the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal, make up for about one-seventh of the world’s entire population. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Mongolia
  • B
    Somalia
  • C
    India
  • D
    Thailand

Question 38

Sandwiched between China and Russia, this landlocked nation was the home of Genghis Khan, its founding father. Which country is it?

  • A
    Macedonia
  • B
    Iran
  • C
    Mongolia
  • D
    Nepal

Question 39

This North Atlantic island home of the Vikings is one of the best places to watch the Northern Lights. Which country is it?

  • A
    Russia
  • B
    Canada
  • C
    Iceland
  • D
    Sweden

Question 40

This peaceful tropical nation consists of more than 300 islands in the South Pacific and its people are among the happiest in the world. Which country is it?

  • A
    Fiji
  • B
    New Zealand
  • C
    Cuba
  • D
    Madagascar

Question 41

Located on the north coast of Africa, this nation is bordered to the north by the Mediterranean Sea, the Gulf of Suez to the East, Sudan to the south, and Libya to the west. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Estonia
  • B
    Monaco
  • C
    Egypt
  • D
    Iran

Question 42

Filled with ancient architecture and customs, this west African country relies on the port cities at the Strait of Gibraltar, on the Atlantic Ocean, and the Mediterranean Sea for much of its trade. Which country is it?

  • A
    Moldova
  • B
    Morocco
  • C
    Turkey
  • D
    Niger

Question 43

Located off the east coast of Africa, this island nation is the fourth largest in the world and is often recognized as the eighth continent due to its isolation from other nations for many centuries. Which country is it?

  • A
    Madagascar
  • B
    Costa Rica
  • C
    Trinidad and Tobago
  • D
    Iceland

Question 44

This country, formerly known as Bohemia, was part of the Holy Roman Empire and then Austria-Hungary before becoming independent in the 20th Century. It also has the highest density of castles in Europe and its capital is the only major city not bombed extensively in WWII. Which country is it?

  • A
    Poland
  • B
    Russian Federation
  • C
    Czech Republic
  • D
    England

Question 45

This country, the southernmost on the Balkan Peninsula, is comparable in size to England, including all of its more than 2000 islands. The flag consists of stripes and a cross in a blue canton, representing dedication to their faith. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Honduras
  • B
    Greece
  • C
    Mongolia
  • D
    Finland

Question 46

Although some think this country is part of Mexico, it is actually the next nation south, adjacent to Belize. It is one of seven countries in Central America, the narrow part of land that connects North and South America. Which country is it?

  • A
    Panama
  • B
    Chile
  • C
    Guatemala
  • D
    United States

Question 47

Known for its pristine beaches, sea creatures, and dive sites along the Indian Ocean, this East African country was the exotic destination of choice for the rich and famous in the 1960s.

  • A
    Uruguay
  • B
    Senegal
  • C
    Papua New Guinea
  • D
    Mozambique

Question 48

This nation contains one of the oldest continuous civilizations in the world. Located along the Persian Gulf, it has over 100 billion barrels of oil in reserve, and pumps nearly 4 million barrels each day. Which of these countries is it?

  • A
    Cuba
  • B
    Sudan
  • C
    Lebanon
  • D
    Iran

Question 49

One of only two landlocked countries in South America, this nation has Lake Titicaca, the largest lake on the continent as well as the highest, at more than 12,000 feet above sea level. Which country is it?

  • A
    Botswana
  • B
    Bolivia
  • C
    Venezuela
  • D
    Chad

Question 50

What is the only country to have a flag that is not a rectangle or square?

  • A
    Puerto Rico
  • B
    Nepal
  • C
    Qatar
  • D
    Greenland

Comments (16)

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@keny8s I agree. My geography knowledge solved this quiz for me, not anything I know about flags.

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50 out of 50!

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Fairly easy for people beginning to learn about flags, but the setup is great and has a lot of facts I actually did not know about the history and meaning of these flags. Kudos to you! :)

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@joemommam123123123131321 LOL I get it

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it is shit

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ur momma hahahh

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If I got all 50 correct, why do I stand at only 80%? Was its the time? I stopped for dinner & TV during the test!

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Too easy! Even if I didn't have a clue about which country, all it took was a continental reference, and presto! there's only one country listed on that continent, so that must be it! List countries on the same continent with the correct answer - OK?

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Ok- i knew all of these, but when id go to click an add popped up and i clicked the wrong thing...

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@engin81 no, just no.

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Nice, not to hard

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Enjoyed

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The German flag is upside down. Yellow must be on the top, and black at the bottom.

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Very easy.

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Too easy

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Liked it!

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