Geography and Landmarks
History and Politics
Ghanaian Food
Misc.
Tribes and Culture
100

What is the capital city of Ghana?

Accra

100

What was Ghana called before it gained independence?

The Gold Coast.

100

What is the Ghanaian name for a fried dough snack similar to Puff-Puff or beignets?

Bofrot (Puff-Puff)

100

What currency is used in Ghana?

Ghanaian Cedi (GHS)

100

What is the largest ethnic group in Ghana?

The Akan People

200

Which Ghanaian region is known for its famous kente weaving?

Ashanti Region

200

Which country colonized Ghana before independence?

Britain

200

What is the name of the sweet Ghanaian drink made from dried hibiscus leaves, ginger, and sugar?

Sobolo (Hibiscus drink)

200

This Ghanaian artist performed at Spring Weekend in 2022

Amaarae

200

What is the traditional Ghanaian naming system based on?

The day of the week a person is born (e.g., Kojo for Monday-born males, Ama for Saturday-born females)

300

What is the name of the famous castle in Cape Coast, a key site during the transatlantic slave trade?

Cape Coast Castle

300

What is the significance of the black star in Ghana’s flag?

It represents African freedom and unity.

300

What is "Nkatekwan" in Ghanaian cuisine?

Groundnut (Peanut) Soup

300

What spicy pepper sauce is usually served with Kenkey?

Shito

300

Which region of Ghana is home to the Ga people?

The Greater Accra Region

400

Which river is the largest in Ghana and is home to the Akosombo Dam?

Volta River


400

Ghana was the first sub-Saharan African country to gain independence. True or False?

True

400

What is the Ghanaian porridge made from fermented millet, often enjoyed as breakfast?

Hausa Koko


400

Which dance originated in Ghana and became popular worldwide after being featured in international music videos?

Azonto

400

What is the name of the popular dish in Northern Ghana made from millet or maize, often eaten with soup?

Tuo Zaafi

500

How many regions are in Ghana?

Ghana has 16 administrative regions.

500

Who was the second president of Ghana?

Lieutenant-General Joseph Arthur Ankrah

500

Which popular Ghanaian snack is a deep-fried bean cake made from black-eyed peas?

Koose (or Akara)

500

Which Ghanaian artist won the BET Best International Act award in 2012?

Sarkodie

500

Which dance is performed by the Ewe people and involves intricate footwork and drumming?

Agbadza