Mauritius Quiz Part 2: Dodos, Sega, and Seven Coloured Earths

How well do you know Mauritius? Part 2

Test your knowledge of Mauritius with these 10 new questions. Choose the best answer for each question and see your score at the end!

• 1. What is the name of the volcanic crater in Mauritius that is a popular tourist attraction?

  • (A) Trou aux Cerfs
  • (B) Mount Yasur
  • (C) Piton de la Fournaise
  • (D) Mount Karthala

• 2. What is "Sega"?

  • (A) A traditional dish
  • (B) A traditional music and dance form
  • (C) A type of clothing
  • (D) A religious festival

• 3. The island of Mauritius was formed by what?

  • (A) Coral reefs
  • (B) Volcanic activity
  • (C) Tectonic plate collision
  • (D) Glacial movement

• 4. Who was the first prime minister of Mauritius?

  • (A) Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam
  • (B) Anerood Jugnauth
  • (C) Navin Ramgoolam
  • (D) Paul Bérenger

• 5. What is a common feature of Mauritian culture?

  • (A) A blend of African, Indian, Chinese, and European influences
  • (B) A purely African culture
  • (C) A purely Indian culture
  • (D) A strong British influence

• 6. What is the name of the national park in the southwest of Mauritius, a UNESCO World Heritage site?

  • (A) Black River Gorges National Park
  • (B) Bras d'Eau National Park
  • (C) Isalo National Park
  • (D) Ranomafana National Park

• 7. What is a common characteristic of the communication style in Mauritius?

  • (A) Very direct and blunt
  • (B) Polite and respectful
  • (C) Loud and boisterous
  • (D) Using few gestures

• 8. What is the most popular sport in Mauritius?

  • (A) Cricket
  • (B) Rugby
  • (C) Football (Soccer)
  • (D) Horse racing

• 9. What is a "gato pima"?

  • (A) A popular street food, a type of chili cake
  • (B) A sweet pastry
  • (C) A type of bread
  • (D) A fish dish

• 10. What is a major environmental issue in Mauritius?

  • (A) Desertification
  • (B) Coastal erosion
  • (C) Air pollution
  • (D) Deforestation