What country uses the gourde as its currency?

Geography Trivia / March 10, 2025

Haiti. One gourde is equal to 20 Haitian cents.

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

Geography Trivia / March 09, 2025

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 09, 2025

Indian Ocean. Christmas Island is administered by Australia.

Which country was once known as Northern Rhodesia?

Geography Trivia / March 08, 2025

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 08, 2025

Paramaribo. Suriname is the smallest independent South American country.

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

Geography Trivia / March 07, 2025

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