- 1. Hassanal Bolkiah, the Sultan of Brunei, is renowned as one of the world's wealthiest monarchs. With extensive wealth derived from Brunei's abundant oil and gas reserves, he has managed to amass a significant fortune, making him one of the richest individuals in the world. Known for his lavish lifestyle, including opulent palaces, luxury cars, and extravagant possessions, Hassanal Bolkiah continues to be a prominent figure on the global stage. His rule over Brunei, a small but prosperous nation in Southeast Asia, has been marked by both economic success and controversies, leading to a mix of admiration and criticism from various quarters.
In which country does Hassanal Bolkiah serve as the monarch?
A) Malaysia
B) Brunei
C) Bahrain
D) Qatar
- 2. Which of the following industries significantly contributes to Hassanal Bolkiah's wealth?
A) Oil and gas
B) Textiles
C) Construction
D) Agriculture
- 3. How many children does Hassanal Bolkiah have?
A) 7
B) 16
C) 5
D) 12
- 4. Which year did Hassanal Bolkiah ascend to the throne of Brunei?
A) 1967
B) 1999
C) 1982
D) 2005
- 5. What is the full title of Hassanal Bolkiah?
A) King Hassanal Abdullah
B) Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah
C) Prince Abdul Hakim
D) Emperor Iskandar Bolkiah
- 6. In which city is the lavish Istana Nurul Iman palace located?
A) Bandar Seri Begawan
B) Jakarta
C) Singapore
D) Kuala Lumpur
- 7. What is the currency used in Brunei?
A) Brunei Dollar
B) Yuan
C) Rupiah
D) Ringgit
- 8. What is the most common religion practiced in Brunei?
A) Christianity
B) Buddhism
C) Hinduism
D) Islam
- 9. What is the national airline of Brunei?
A) Brunei Air
B) Royal Brunei Airlines
C) Sultan Air
D) Borneo Airways
- 10. What is the official language of Brunei?
A) English
B) Chinese
C) Arabic
D) Malay
- 11. Which prestigious British military academy did Hassanal Bolkiah attend?
A) Imperial College London
B) Oxford University
C) Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
D) Cambridge University
- 12. In which sport did Hassanal Bolkiah represent Brunei at the Southeast Asian Games?
A) Badminton
B) Swimming
C) Polo
D) Football
- 13. What honor did Queen Elizabeth II bestow upon Hassanal Bolkiah in 1968?
A) Order of the Garter
B) Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St. Michael and St. George
C) Order of the British Empire
D) Royal Victorian Order
- 14. Which year did Brunei declare independence from the United Kingdom?
A) 1973
B) 1990
C) 1984
D) 1965
- 15. Which international organization was founded by Hassanal Bolkiah in 1984?
A) ASEAN
B) OPEC
C) SCO
D) APEC
- 16. What is the name of Hassanal Bolkiah's palace in Brunei?
A) Royal Palace
B) Golden Palace
C) Istana Nurul Iman
D) Sultan's Residence
- 17. What is the name of Hassanal Bolkiah's oldest son and the Crown Prince of Brunei?
A) Haji Muhammad
B) Al-Muhtadee Billah
C) Sultan Hamzah
D) Raja Idris
- 18. Which famous luxury hotel chain is owned by the Brunei Investment Agency, under the Bruneian government's control?
A) Dorchester Collection
B) Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
C) Hilton Hotels & Resorts
D) Marriott International
- 19. Which one of the following is not true about Hassanal Bolkiah?
A) He is the youngest monarch in the world
B) He has faced criticism for human rights abuses
C) He is known for his extravagant lifestyle
D) He has ruled Brunei for several decades
- 20. Which country does Brunei share its only land border with?
A) Philippines
B) Indonesia
C) Vietnam
D) Malaysia
- 21. In what year did Hassanal Bolkiah introduce Sharia law to Brunei?
A) 2010
B) 2017
C) 2005
D) 2014
- 22. Which Hollywood actress was romantically linked to Hassanal Bolkiah's son, Prince Azim?
A) Scarlett Johansson
B) Jennifer Aniston
C) Julia Roberts
D) Angelina Jolie
- 23. What is the highest mountain in Brunei?
A) Mount Ophir
B) Mount Rinjani
C) Bukit Pagon
D) Mount Kinabalu
- 24. Which golf course in Brunei was designed by Jack Nicklaus?
A) Pulai Springs Country Club
B) The Empire Hotel & Country Club
C) Pantai Mentiri Golf Club
D) RBA Golf Club
- 25. What was the name of Hassanal Bolkiah's father who preceded him as Sultan of Brunei?
A) Omar Ali Saifuddien III
B) Haji Hassanal Bolkiah
C) Jefri Bolkiah
D) Hassanal Abdulaziz Al Saud
- 26. In addition to being the Sultan, Hassanal Bolkiah also holds which political position?
A) Prime Minister
B) Defense Minister
C) Finance Minister
D) Foreign Minister
- 27. Hassanal Bolkiah has a reputation for collecting and driving what type of luxury cars?
A) Ferrari
B) Rolls-Royce
C) Lamborghini
D) Porsche
- 28. Under Hassanal Bolkiah's regime, what is the country code for Brunei's telephone numbers?
A) +602
B) +673
C) +411
D) +899
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