- 1. Burkina Faso is a landlocked country located in West Africa, bordered by six different countries including Mali, Niger, Benin, Togo, Ghana, and Ivory Coast. The geography of Burkina Faso is characterized by vast flat plains, plateaus, and scattered hills, with the Sahel region dominating the northern part of the country. The country experiences a tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons, and the vegetation varies from savannah in the south to semi-desert in the north. Burkina Faso's economy is heavily dependent on agriculture, with cotton being one of the main cash crops. The country faces challenges such as deforestation, soil erosion, and water scarcity, but efforts are being made to promote sustainable development and environmental conservation.
What is the capital city of Burkina Faso?
A) Koudougou
B) Ouagadougou
C) Bobo-Dioulasso
D) Tenkodogo
- 2. What language is the official language of Burkina Faso?
A) Arabic
B) Moore
C) English
D) French
- 3. What is the most common religion in Burkina Faso?
A) Islam
B) Traditional African religions
C) Buddhism
D) Christianity
- 4. Burkina Faso gained independence from France in which year?
A) 1985
B) 1975
C) 1955
D) 1960
- 5. What is the name of the national park in Burkina Faso known for its elephants and hippos?
A) Kabore Tambi National Park
B) Arly National Park
C) Pendjari National Park
D) W National Park
- 6. Which colonial power ruled Burkina Faso before its independence?
A) France
B) United Kingdom
C) Spain
D) Portugal
- 7. What is the largest ethnic group in Burkina Faso?
A) Mande
B) Mossi
C) Bobo
D) Fulani
- 8. Which famous film festival is held in Burkina Faso?
A) Sundance Film Festival
B) Venice Film Festival
C) FESPACO
D) Cannes Film Festival
- 9. What traditional musical instrument is commonly used in Burkina Faso?
A) Didgeridoo
B) Bagpipes
C) Balafon
D) Tabla
- 10. Which of the following is a staple food crop in Burkina Faso?
A) Sorghum
B) Cassava
C) Quinoa
D) Barley
- 11. Which famous desert is located north of Burkina Faso?
A) Gobi Desert
B) Kalahari Desert
C) Atacama Desert
D) Sahara Desert
- 12. What is the traditional clothing worn by the Mossi people of Burkina Faso called?
A) Faso Dan Fani
B) Lederhosen
C) Sari
D) Kimono
- 13. What is the main traditional agricultural practice in Burkina Faso?
A) Hydroponics
B) Aquaculture
C) Commercial farming
D) Subsistence farming
- 14. Burkina Faso was formerly known as:
A) French West Africa
B) Gold Coast
C) French Sudan
D) Upper Volta
- 15. In which region of Africa is Burkina Faso located?
A) East Africa
B) Southern Africa
C) West Africa
D) Central Africa
- 16. What is the highest point in Burkina Faso?
A) Tena Kourou
B) Mount Tenakourou
C) Mount Nimba
D) Mount Hombori Tondo
- 17. How many official regions does Burkina Faso have?
A) 15
B) 13
C) 17
D) 10
- 18. Who was the first president of Burkina Faso following independence from France?
A) Maurice Yaméogo
B) Blaise Compaoré
C) Roch Marc Christian Kaboré
D) Thomas Sankara
- 19. What natural resource is Burkina Faso known for?
A) Diamonds
B) Gold
C) Copper
D) Oil
- 20. What is the main source of employment in Burkina Faso?
A) Mining
B) Tourism
C) Manufacturing
D) Agriculture
- 21. Who is considered the national hero of Burkina Faso for his role in the fight against colonialism?
A) Thomas Sankara
B) Maurice Yaméogo
C) Roch Marc Christian Kaboré
D) Blaise Compaoré
- 22. What is the name of the traditional wrestling style practiced in Burkina Faso?
A) Lutte Traditionnelle
B) Sumo
C) Wrestling
D) Judo
- 23. Burkina Faso was named 'Upper Volta' until when?
A) 1977
B) 2002
C) 1984
D) 1990
- 24. What is the main agricultural product of Burkina Faso?
A) Rice
B) Coffee
C) Tea
D) Cotton
- 25. What tree is a symbol of Burkina Faso and depicted on its coat of arms?
A) Acacia tree
B) Baobab tree
C) Sycamore tree
D) Shea tree
- 26. Which former president of Burkina Faso was overthrown in 2014 after 27 years in power?
A) Blaise Compaoré
B) Michel Kafando
C) Roch Marc Christian Kaboré
D) Thomas Sankara
- 27. The Bobo people are known for their expertise in which craft?
A) Metalworking
B) Pottery
C) Weaving
D) Sculpture
- 28. Which of the following is a traditional Burkinabé dish made from millet flour?
A) Jollof rice
B) Dibi
C) Tô
D) Chapati
- 29. Which river forms a part of the western border of Burkina Faso?
A) Niger River
B) Volta River
C) Senegal River
D) Mouhoun River
- 30. Which country does not border Burkina Faso?
A) Ivory Coast
B) Ghana
C) Chad
D) Niger
- 31. Which important African organization is headquartered in Ouagadougou?
A) African Union
B) SADC
C) ECOWAS
D) AU
- 32. Which city in Burkina Faso is known for its grand mosque?
A) Ouagadougou
B) Banfora
C) Bobo-Dioulasso
D) Koudougou
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