Prior to the adoption of the euro, in what country was the punt a unit of currency?

Geography Trivia / March 10, 2026

Republic Of Ireland. Punts were the currency in the Republic of Ireland prior to the euro, while pounds are used in North Ireland.

In which ocean would you find Christmas Island?

Geography Trivia / March 10, 2026

Indian Ocean. Christmas Island is administered by Australia.

Which country was once known as Northern Rhodesia?

Geography Trivia / March 09, 2026

Zambia. Under the British South African Company, Zambia was known as North Rhodesia.

What is the capital of the South American country of Suriname?

Geography Trivia / March 09, 2026

Paramaribo. Suriname is the smallest independent South American country.

What does the classic memory aid "HOMES" stand for?

Geography Trivia / March 08, 2026

The Great Lakes. The word "HOMES" is an excellent way of remembering Lakes Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, and Superior.

With a population around 3.5 million, what is the capital of Bangladesh?

Geography Trivia / March 08, 2026

Dhaka. Dhaka, Bangladesh has only been in existence since 1971; before that, it was known as East Pakistan, which prior to 1947 was part of India.