São Tomé and Príncipe Quiz Part 2: The Chocolate Islands

How well do you know São Tomé and Príncipe? Part 2

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

• 1. Why are the islands sometimes called the "Chocolate Islands"?

  • (A) Because of the color of their volcanic soil.
  • (B) Due to their historical importance as a major producer of cocoa.
  • (C) It's a nickname from a famous novel.
  • (D) Because of a local chocolate festival.

• 2. What is "Calulu," a popular dish in São Tomé and Príncipe?

  • (A) A sweet rice pudding.
  • (B) A dried fish or meat stew with vegetables like okra.
  • (C) A type of fruit smoothie.
  • (D) A spicy sausage.

• 3. What is the currency of São Tomé and Príncipe?

  • (A) São Tomé and Príncipe Dobra
  • (B) Euro
  • (C) West African CFA franc
  • (D) US Dollar

• 4. What is Pico Cão Grande?

  • (A) A famous beach.
  • (B) A needle-shaped volcanic plug peak.
  • (C) The capital city.
  • (D) A large river.

• 5. What is "Tchiloli"?

  • (A) A traditional form of musical theatre.
  • (B) A type of fishing boat.
  • (C) A local spice.
  • (D) A style of weaving.

• 6. What is the main industry in São Tomé and Príncipe?

  • (A) Technology
  • (B) Agriculture (cocoa, coffee) and tourism
  • (C) Heavy manufacturing
  • (D) Mining

• 7. Historically, the islands were a significant center for what trade?

  • (A) Silk
  • (B) Spices
  • (C) The transatlantic slave trade
  • (D) Gold

• 8. What is the "Danço Congo"?

  • (A) A traditional dance-drama.
  • (B) A local dish.
  • (C) A political party.
  • (D) A historical monument.

• 9. What is the official language of São Tomé and Príncipe?

  • (A) French
  • (B) Spanish
  • (C) Portuguese
  • (D) English

• 10. Where are the islands of São Tomé and Príncipe located?

  • (A) In the Caribbean Sea
  • (B) In the Gulf of Guinea, off the western coast of Central Africa
  • (C) In the Indian Ocean
  • (D) In the Mediterranean Sea