Solomon Islands Quiz Part 2: WWII History, Shell Money, and Island Diversity

How well do you know the Solomon Islands? Part 2

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

• 1. The Solomon Islands were the site of which major World War II campaign?

  • (A) The Battle of Midway
  • (B) The Battle of Guadalcanal
  • (C) The Battle of Stalingrad
  • (D) The Battle of Normandy

• 2. Besides English, what is the most widely spoken language in the Solomon Islands?

  • (A) French
  • (B) Solomon Islands Pijin
  • (C) Chinese
  • (D) Spanish

• 3. What is "poi," a traditional food in the Solomon Islands?

  • (A) A type of fermented fish.
  • (B) A paste made from taro root.
  • (C) A sweet coconut dessert.
  • (D) A spicy fruit salad.

• 4. What is the currency of the Solomon Islands?

  • (A) Australian Dollar
  • (B) US Dollar
  • (C) Solomon Islands Dollar
  • (D) Papua New Guinean Kina

• 5. Which is the largest island in the Solomon Islands archipelago?

  • (A) Guadalcanal
  • (B) Malaita
  • (C) Santa Isabel
  • (D) New Georgia

• 6. What is a traditional form of currency and decoration in the Solomon Islands?

  • (A) Carved stones
  • (B) Shell money
  • (C) Woven mats
  • (D) Bird feathers

• 7. What is the main industry in the Solomon Islands?

  • (A) Tourism
  • (B) Logging and fishing
  • (C) Manufacturing
  • (D) Financial services

• 8. The Solomon Islands are part of the "Pacific Ring of Fire," which means they are prone to what?

  • (A) Hurricanes
  • (B) Tornadoes
  • (C) Earthquakes and volcanic activity
  • (D) Blizzards

• 9. What is a "wantok" system?

  • (A) A formal political system.
  • (B) A traditional system of social support among people who speak the same language.
  • (C) A type of currency.
  • (D) A religious belief.

• 10. The Solomon Islands gained independence from which country in 1978?

  • (A) United Kingdom
  • (B) Australia
  • (C) United States
  • (D) France