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Quiz: Niger

  1. What was the capital?

    • Niamey
    • Tarawa
    • Mata-Utu
    • George Town
    Answer

    Niamey — Capital: Niamey.

  2. When was Niger founded?

    • 3 August 1960, independence from France
    • 18 June 1953, republic proclaimed after the 1952 revolution
    • 15 August 1960, independence from France
    • 15 August 1948, the Republic of Korea proclaimed
    Answer

    3 August 1960, independence from France — Founded: 3 August 1960, independence from France.

  3. What form of government does Niger have?

    • Military rule since the 2023 coup
    • Military rule since the coups of 2022
    • Military junta since the 2021 coup
    • Federal parliamentary republic since 2008
    Answer

    Military rule since the 2023 coup — Government: Military rule since the 2023 coup.

  4. True or false: Niger is a vast, mostly desert country in West Africa, named for the Niger River.

    • True
    • False
    Answer

    True — True. Niger is a vast, mostly desert country in West Africa, named for the Niger River.