How Well Do You Know Mongolia? Test Yourself Now!

How well do you know Mongolia?

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

• 1. What is the capital city of Mongolia?

  • (A) Erdenet
  • (B) Ulaanbaatar
  • (C) Darkhan
  • (D) Choibalsan

• 2. What is the traditional Mongolian dwelling called?

  • (A) Yurt (Ger)
  • (B) Igloo
  • (C) Hut
  • (D) Tent

• 3. What is a staple food in Mongolia?

  • (A) Sushi
  • (B) Pasta
  • (C) Buuz (steamed dumplings)
  • (D) Curry

• 4. What is the dominant religion in Mongolia?

  • (A) Buddhism
  • (B) Islam
  • (C) Christianity
  • (D) Hinduism

• 5. What annual event showcases Mongolian traditional sports?

  • (A) Naadam Festival
  • (B) Gobi Challenge
  • (C) Eagle Festival
  • (D) Nomadic Games

• 6. What is the main export of Mongolia?

  • (A) Gold
  • (B) Textiles
  • (C) Coal and minerals
  • (D) Timber

• 7. What is the traditional Mongolian instrument called?

  • (A) Morin Khuur (horsehead fiddle)
  • (B) Balalaika
  • (C) Sitar
  • (D) Shamisen

• 8. What type of landscape dominates Mongolia?

  • (A) Rainforests
  • (B) Mountains
  • (C) Deserts and steppes
  • (D) Tundra

• 9. What is the literacy rate in Mongolia?

  • (A) Below 70%
  • (B) Around 80%
  • (C) Near 95%
  • (D) Above 98%

• 10. When did Mongolia gain independence from Qing China?

  • (A) 1911
  • (B) 1945
  • (C) 1962
  • (D) 1981

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