Countries & Capitals
Ancient Greece
Population
Connections
Global Citizenship
10
What is the capital city of China?
Beijing
10
Where were the first Olympic Games held? (city)
Olympia
10
A country has too many people for its resources. What is this called?
Overpopulation
10
Say what connects the 3 things → Earth – Mars – Moon
They are all planets or space things.
10
What do we call someone who cares about the whole world, not just their own country?
Global citizen
20
This country is famous for the Amazon rainforest and carnival. Which is it?
Brazil
20
I am a Greek city famous for warriors, strict rules, and strong armies. Who am I?
Sparta
20
A large country has lots of land and resources but not many people. What is this called?
Underpopulation
20
Say what connects the 3 things → Eiffel Tower – Louvre Museum – River Seine
They are all famous landmarks or attractions found in Paris. (France)
20
What should we do with rubbish to help the planet?
Recycle
30
Tokyo is the capital of which country?
Japan
30
What kind of performances took place in Ancient Greek theatres?
Tragedies and comedies
30
In China, families were once only allowed to have one child. What was this rule called?
One-Child Policy
30
Say what connects the 3 things → Volcano – Earthquake – Tsunami
They are all natural disasters
30
What is the big problem caused by pollution and rising temperatures?
Climate change, global warming.
40
Match the country to its capital:
France → ?
Australia → ?
Egypt → ?
France → Paris
Australia → Canberra
Egypt → Cairo
40
In the Trojan War, the Greeks used a special trick to win. What was it?
They used the Trojan Horse
40
When people move to another place to live or work, what is this called?
Migration
40
Say what connects the 3 things → Australia – Canada – United Kingdom
They are all English-speaking countries.
40
What big meeting brings world leaders together to solve global problems?
United Nations
50
I start with “A” and I’m both a country and a continent. What am I?
Australia
50
Greece has many seas around it. Which sea is to the east of Greece?
Aegean Sea
50
Which of these is a pull factor?
a) War
b) Good schools and jobs
c) Floods
Good schools and jobs
50
Say what connects the 3 things → Great Wall – Terracotta Army – Forbidden City
They are all famous historical sites in China
50
What word means caring for the planet and future generations?
Sustainability
60
Which capital city lies on two continents and was once called Byzantium?
Istanbul (Turkiye)
60
Why was the Agoge important in Spartan society?
It trained boys from childhood to become disciplined, loyal soldiers.
60
What is the difference between internal and international migration?
Internal = within the same country;
International = across countries.
60
Say what connects the 3 things--> Silk Road – Marco Polo – China
All are linked to ancient trade routes between Asia and Europe.
60
What kind of energy comes from the sun, wind, or water instead of coal or oil?
Renewable energy (solar, wind, or hydro power).
70
Which landlocked European country has Bern as its capital and is known for neutrality and banking?
Switzerland
70
What kind of formation did the Spartan army fight in?
The phalanx formation, using shields and spears.
70
What might happen if a country’s population grows faster than its economy?
There may be unemployment, poverty, and pressure on housing and food. (One answer is acceptable)
70
Say what connects the 3 things → United Nations – Geneva – Peacekeeping
They are all related to global cooperation and maintaining world peace.
70
What do we call it when people are treated unfairly because of their skin colour, gender, or religion?
Discrimination.
80
Which European country has two official capitals. One is the constitutional capital, and the other is where the government is based?
The Netherlands
80
What was the main purpose of building temples in Ancient Greece?
To honor and worship the gods through offerings and sacrifices.
80
Why do some people move from rural areas to cities within the same country?
For jobs, education, and better living conditions.
80
Say what connects the 3 things → Pizza – Pasta – Renaissance
They all originated in Italy
80
What happens when people in different countries work together to solve world problems like poverty or climate change?
Global cooperation or international teamwork.