Correct: C. Astana

Astana is the capital city of Kazakhstan, having been strategically relocated from Almaty in 1997 to serve as a more central administrative hub for the vast Central Asian nation. The city is famous for its futuristic architecture and bold urban planning, featuring landmarks designed by world-renowned architects like Norman Foster.

Correct: D. Rabat

Rabat is the capital city of Morocco, located on the Atlantic coast at the mouth of the Bou Regreg River, and serves as the country's administrative and diplomatic center. While Casablanca is larger and Marrakech is a more famous tourist destination, Rabat is prized for its elegant blend of modern urbanism and historic landmarks, such as the 12th-century Hassan Tower.

Correct: A. Hanoi

Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam and its second-largest city, located in the northern part of the country on the banks of the Red River. It is a city steeped in history, featuring a unique blend of ancient Southeast Asian architecture and French colonial influences from its time as the capital of French Indochina.

Correct: C. Ulaanbaatar

Ulaanbaatar is the capital and largest city of Mongolia, situated in the Tuul River valley between the Gobi Desert and the Siberian forests. It is a city of contrasts where modern skyscrapers and Soviet-style apartment blocks stand alongside traditional felt tents, known as "gers," which are still used as homes by many residents.

Correct: D. Dakar

Dakar is the capital and largest city of Senegal, located on the Cap-Vert Peninsula, which is the westernmost point of the African mainland. It is a major Atlantic port and a cultural hub for West Africa, formerly serving as the finishing point for the famous Dakar Rally, one of the world's most grueling off-road endurance races.

Correct: C. Tashkent

Tashkent is the capital and largest city of Uzbekistan, serving as a major economic and cultural center in Central Asia. It was a key stop on the ancient Silk Road trade route, and today it blends modern architecture with restored medieval Islamic sites. The city was almost entirely rebuilt in the 1960s after a massive earthquake, resulting in wide avenues and extensive green spaces.

Correct: C. Valletta

Valletta is the tiny capital of Malta, built by the Knights of St. John in the 16th century following the Great Siege of 1565. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its grand fortifications, baroque architecture, and narrow, hilly streets that offer views of the Mediterranean. Despite being one of the smallest capital cities in Europe, it is packed with historical monuments and museums.

Correct: A. Amman

Amman is the capital and largest city of Jordan, acting as the country's political, cultural, and commercial heart. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, with a history that spans back to the Neolithic period. The city is built on several hills and is famous for the Citadel, an ancient site that contains the Temple of Hercules and a Byzantine church.

Correct: C. Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa is the capital and largest city of Ethiopia, serving as the headquarters for the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. It is often referred to as the "political capital of Africa" because of its historical and diplomatic importance to the continent. The city is situated at a high altitude of 2,355 meters (7,726 feet), giving it a pleasantly cool climate despite its proximity to the equator.

Correct: C. Asuncion

Asunción is the capital and largest city of Paraguay, situated on the left bank of the Paraguay River. It is one of the oldest cities in South America and is known as the "Mother of Cities" because it was the starting point for many colonial expeditions that founded other major cities in the region. The city features a mix of historic colonial buildings and modern development, serving as the country's political and economic hub.

Correct: D. Bratislava

Bratislava is the capital and largest city of Slovakia, uniquely located at the border of three countries: Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary. It is situated along the Danube River and is overlooked by the historic Bratislava Castle, which sits on a hill above the Old Town. The city is a growing economic hub and is famous for its narrow medieval streets and eccentric bronze statues.

Correct: D. Abuja

Abuja is the capital city of Nigeria, located in the center of the country within the Federal Capital Territory. It was a planned city built in the 1980s to replace the overcrowded former capital, Lagos, and to provide a neutral administrative center for the nation's diverse ethnic groups. The city is famous for its modern architecture and the iconic Zuma Rock, a massive natural monolith that marks the entrance to the city.

Correct: A. Beirut

Beirut is the capital and largest city of Lebanon, historically known as the "Paris of the Middle East" for its vibrant culture, fashion, and French colonial influence. Situated on a peninsula in the Mediterranean Sea, it has a history dating back over 5,000 years and has been rebuilt many times after wars and natural disasters. Today, it remains a major regional center for banking, education, and the arts.

Correct: B. Minsk

Minsk is the capital and largest city of Belarus, serving as the country's administrative, economic, and cultural heart. The city was almost entirely destroyed during World War II and was subsequently rebuilt in the grand Soviet "Stalinist Empire" style, featuring wide avenues and massive public buildings. Today, it is known for its clean streets, extensive parks, and its role as a major industrial hub in Eastern Europe.

Correct: C. Nicosia

Nicosia is the capital and largest city of Cyprus, uniquely serving as the last divided capital city in the world. Since the 1974 conflict, the city has been split into a southern Greek Cypriot sector and a northern Turkish Cypriot sector by a United Nations-patrolled "Green Line." Despite this division, the city is a thriving modern center with a rich history that includes Venetian walls and Gothic cathedrals.

Correct: C. Zagreb

Zagreb is the capital and largest city of Croatia, situated in the northwestern part of the country along the Sava River. It is a historic city divided into the medieval Upper Town (Gornji Grad) and the modern Lower Town (Donji Grad), filled with Austro-Hungarian architecture. The city serves as the country's cultural, scientific, and economic hub, featuring numerous museums and galleries.

Correct: C. Bucharest

Bucharest is the capital and largest city of Romania, located in the southeastern part of the country on the banks of the Dâmbovița River. During the period between the World Wars, the city's elegant architecture and sophisticated elite earned it the nickname "Little Paris" or "Paris of the East." It is home to the Palace of the Parliament, a massive structure that is one of the largest and heaviest buildings in the entire world.

Correct: D. Wellington

Wellington is the capital of New Zealand, located at the southwestern tip of the North Island on the Cook Strait. It is known as the world's southernmost capital of a sovereign state and is famous for its strong winds, earning it the nickname "Windy Wellington." The city is a major cultural center, home to the national museum Te Papa and a thriving film industry often called "Wellywood."

Correct: A. Canberra

Canberra is the capital city of Australia, located in the Australian Capital Territory approximately 280 kilometers southwest of Sydney. Established in 1913, Canberra was purpose-built to resolve the rivalry between Sydney and Melbourne, which both wanted to be the national capital. The city was designed by American architect Walter Burley Griffin, who won an international competition for its design.

Correct: A. Brasilia

Braslia is the capital city of Brazil, inaugurated on April 21, 1960, under President Juscelino Kubitschek. The city was purpose-built in just 41 months to move the capital from Rio de Janeiro to a more central location, promoting development of the interior. Designed by urban planner Lcio Costa and architect Oscar Niemeyer, Braslia is famous for its modernist architecture and its unique layout resembling an airplane or bird in flight.

Correct: D. Bern

Bern is the de facto capital of Switzerland, referred to as the "federal city" because Switzerland technically has no legally established capital. Founded in 1191, Bern's medieval old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The bear has been the city's symbol since its founding, and live bears have been kept in the city's Brengraben since the 16th century.

Correct: B. Dodoma

Dodoma is Tanzania's official capital - designated in 1974 to replace the coastal Dar es Salaam as a more central capital. However Dar es Salaam remains the largest city and the de facto administrative centre for most government functions.

Correct: C. Sucre (constitutional) and La Paz (seat of government)

Bolivia uniquely has two capitals - Sucre is the constitutional capital (seat of the judiciary) while La Paz is the seat of the executive and legislative branches of government. Most governments maintain embassies in La Paz.

Correct: D. Asmara

Asmara is the capital of Eritrea - often called the Africa Deco city for its extraordinary collection of Italian Art Deco and modernist architecture built during Italian colonial rule (1890-1941). It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.