General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
26201
Which country has the highest share of the Sahara Desert within its borders?
Answer:
Algeria
Algeria, the largest country in Africa by area, encompasses the largest portion of the Sahara Desert.
26202
Which language is the official language of Ireland and one of the official languages of the European Union?
Answer:
Irish (Gaeilge)
Irish (Gaeilge) is the national and first official language of the Republic of Ireland, alongside English.
26203
Which country's official name includes the phrase 'People's Republic'?
Answer:
China
The official name of China is the People's Republic of China (PRC).
26204
The total population of North America (including Canada, US, Mexico, and Central America) is roughly what size?
Answer:
600 million
The population of North America, including the Caribbean and Central America, is estimated to be over 600 million.
26205
Which country is the largest in area in Western Europe (excluding overseas territories)?
Answer:
France
Metropolitan France (excluding overseas territories) is the largest country by area in Western Europe.
26206
Which language serves as the main lingua franca (bridge language) across much of East Africa?
Answer:
Swahili
Swahili (or Kiswahili) is a Bantu language widely spoken throughout the African Great Lakes region and is the official language of Tanzania and Kenya.
26207
The majority of the population of Australia lives in which regions?
Answer:
The coastal areas of the Southeast and East
Due to the vast, arid interior, Australia's population is heavily concentrated along the eastern and southeastern coast, particularly in cities like Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane.
26208
What is the capital and most populous city of the United Arab Emirates?
Answer:
Dubai
While Abu Dhabi is the capital of the UAE, Dubai is generally considered the most populous city proper and metropolitan area.
26209
Which language is official in both Italy and Switzerland?
Answer:
Italian
Italian is the official language of Italy and one of the four official languages of Switzerland (specifically in the southern canton of Ticino).
26210
Which country is entirely surrounded by South Africa?
Answer:
Lesotho
Lesotho is an enclave, meaning it is a country completely surrounded by the territory of South Africa.