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Quiz: Madagascar

  1. What was the capital?

    • Antananarivo
    • San Marino
    • Pago Pago
    • Accra
    Answer

    Antananarivo — Capital: Antananarivo.

  2. When was Madagascar founded?

    • 26 June 1960, independence from France
    • 19 June 1961, independence from Britain
    • 3 November 1978, independence from Britain
    • 1 January 1984, full independence from Britain
    Answer

    26 June 1960, independence from France — Founded: 26 June 1960, independence from France.

  3. What form of government does Madagascar have?

    • Semi presidential republic
    • A premier and elected assembly govern under a constitution; a governor appointed by the British monarch oversees defence, security, and foreign affairs
    • Parliamentary republic; the head of state was a traditional king until 2007
    • Military transitional rule since 2021
    Answer

    Semi presidential republic — Government: Semi presidential republic.

  4. True or false: Madagascar is the world's fourth largest island, off the southeast coast of Africa.

    • True
    • False
    Answer

    True — True. Madagascar is the world's fourth largest island, off the southeast coast of Africa.