Correct: D. Canada

Canada is the country that features a red maple leaf on its national flag. The current flag, known as the "Maple Leaf," was officially adopted on February 15, 1965, replacing the Canadian Red Ensign. The design consists of a red field with a white square in its center, featuring a stylized 11-pointed red maple leaf. The red and white colors were proclaimed as Canada's official colors by King George V in 1921.

Correct: C. Kangaroo

The Kangaroo is the national animal of Australia and appears on the country's coat of arms along with the Emu. There are four main species, with the Red Kangaroo being the largest. Kangaroos are marsupials, meaning the females have pouches where their young (called joeys) continue to develop after birth. They are uniquely adapted to the Australian outback, using their powerful hind legs to hop at high speeds.

Correct: D. St. Petersburg

Saint Petersburg in Russia is often called the "Venice of the North" because it is built on a series of islands in the Neva River delta and features an extensive network of over 300 kilometers of canals. Founded by Peter the Great in 1703, the city was designed to be Russia's "window to Europe" and is famous for its grand imperial architecture and world-class museums like the Hermitage.

Correct: C. Mexico

The Golden Eagle is the national animal of several countries, but it is most famously the national symbol of Mexico and Scotland. In Mexico, the eagle is depicted on the national flag perched on a cactus while devouring a snake, an image rooted in Aztec legend regarding the founding of Tenochtitlan. It is one of the best-known birds of prey in the Northern Hemisphere, known for its incredible speed and powerful talons.

Correct: A. Australia

Australia is the country that is home to the highest number of venomous snake species in the world. It is the only continent where venomous snakes actually outnumber non-venomous ones, including the Inland Taipan, which has the most toxic venom of any snake on Earth. Despite this, snake bites are relatively rare in Australia because most species are shy and avoid contact with humans.

Correct: D. Deer

The Moose (known as elk in Europe) is the largest and heaviest species in the deer family (Cervidae). They are easily distinguished by their massive size, long legs, and the broad, palm-shaped antlers found on the males. Moose are primarily found in the northern forests of North America, Europe, and Asia, where they often feed on aquatic plants in lakes and streams.

Correct: A. Northern Hemisphere

The Lynx is a medium-sized wild cat native to the northern forests of North America, Europe, and Asia. They are easily identified by the distinctive tufts of black hair on the tips of their ears and their short, bobbed tails. Their large, furry paws act like natural snowshoes, allowing them to hunt efficiently in deep snow where other predators would struggle.

Correct: B. Both A and B

The Tulip is a national symbol of the Netherlands, a country that produces nearly 90% of the world's commercial tulip bulbs. While originally native to Central Asia and Turkey, tulips were brought to Europe in the 16th century and became a sensation in the Netherlands during the "Tulip Mania" era. Today, the Dutch celebrate their flower heritage with massive displays at the Keukenhof gardens, attracting millions of visitors.

Correct: A. India

The Banyan tree (Ficus benghalensis) is the national tree of India and is revered as sacred in many local traditions. It is famous for its "prop roots" that grow down from the branches to the ground, eventually forming massive, secondary trunks that allow a single tree to cover an enormous area. These trees are often found at the center of villages, providing a shaded meeting place for community gatherings and markets.

Correct: C. South Africa

The Protea is the national flower of South Africa and is known for its large, bowl-shaped blooms and rugged, prehistoric appearance. It belongs to one of the oldest families of flowering plants, which dates back over 100 million years to the time of the supercontinent Gondwana. The name "Protea" comes from the Greek god Proteus, who could change his shape, reflecting the incredible variety of forms found within the species.

Correct: C. Willow

The wood of the English Willow tree (Salix alba var. caerulea) is traditionally used to make professional cricket bats. This specific type of willow is used because it is incredibly tough and shock-resistant, yet light enough for a player to swing comfortably. The wood is naturally fibrous, and during manufacturing, it is compressed to make it even harder and more durable for hitting a heavy cricket ball.

Correct: C. A globe with stars

Brazil's flag features a green field with a yellow diamond - in the centre is a blue globe with white stars representing the night sky over Rio de Janeiro on November 15, 1889 (the date of the proclamation of the republic). A white banner bears the motto Ordem e Progresso (Order and Progress).

Correct: C. Turkey

The golden eagle (Kartal in Turkish) is Turkey's national bird and appears in Turkish cultural symbolism - the double-headed eagle was used historically by the Seljuk and Ottoman empires. Mexico's flag features an eagle but specifically a different eagle species (crested caracara or harpy eagle in some interpretations).

Correct: C. Rufous Hornero

Argentina's national animal is the Rufous Hornero (Furnarius rufus) - a small brown bird that builds distinctive clay ovens (hornero means oven-man in Spanish). It was declared national bird in 1928.

Correct: B. Lebanon

Lebanon was historically called the Switzerland of the Middle East - referencing its relative political neutrality, thriving banking sector, cosmopolitan culture, skiing in the mountains, and status as a commercial hub. The comparison has become ironic given Lebanon's subsequent conflicts.

Correct: D. India (Kerala)

Kerala in India uses the nickname God's Own Country - officially promoted by the Kerala Tourism Department from the 1990s. New Zealand's South Island also uses a similar description. The nickname reflects Kerala's extraordinary natural beauty - backwaters, beaches, hill stations, and wildlife.

Correct: B. Polar Bear

Canada has two national animals - the Canadian Horse is the national horse and the beaver is the national animal for the land. The polar bear (Ursus maritimus) and moose also have strong Canadian associations but are not the official national animal. The beaver was declared the national animal in 1975.