Tanzania Quiz Part 2: Kilimanjaro, Serengeti, and Swahili Culture

How well do you know Tanzania? Part 2

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

• 1. What does the Swahili phrase "Hakuna Matata," popularized by The Lion King, mean?

  • (A) Hello, friend
  • (B) No worries
  • (C) Thank you
  • (D) Goodbye

• 2. What is a "daladala" in Tanzania?

  • (A) A traditional dance
  • (B) A type of spicy food
  • (C) A privately owned minibus used for public transport
  • (D) A local market

• 3. What is the significance of the Olduvai Gorge in northern Tanzania?

  • (A) It is a famous beach resort
  • (B) It is one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world
  • (C) It is the location of a modern city
  • (D) It is a large diamond mine

• 4. How is respect for elders typically shown in Tanzanian culture?

  • (A) By using their first name
  • (B) Through polite greetings (e.g., "Shikamoo") and respectful language
  • (C) By interrupting them to show interest
  • (D) By avoiding eye contact

• 5. What is "Tinga Tinga" art?

  • (A) A style of traditional pottery
  • (B) A vibrant and colorful painting style that originated in Tanzania
  • (C) A form of wood carving
  • (D) A type of textile weaving

• 6. What is the role of the extended family in Tanzanian society?

  • (A) The extended family is central to the social structure and provides a strong support system
  • (B) The nuclear family is the only important unit
  • (C) Individualism is prioritized over family
  • (D) Family members rarely live in close proximity

• 7. What is a common characteristic of business etiquette in Tanzania?

  • (A) Rushing straight to the business topic
  • (B) Building a personal relationship and engaging in polite small talk is important before discussing business
  • (C) Strict punctuality is always the most important factor
  • (D) A very direct and blunt communication style

• 8. What is a "kanga" or "khanga"?

  • (A) A type of musical instrument
  • (B) A colorful piece of cotton cloth worn by women, often with a Swahili proverb printed on it
  • (C) A traditional hat
  • (D) A type of food

• 9. What is the significance of the Maasai people in Tanzanian culture?

  • (A) They are a small, isolated tribe
  • (B) They are known for their unique semi-nomadic culture, distinctive dress, and living near major game parks
  • (C) They are primarily urban dwellers
  • (D) They have no significant cultural impact

• 10. What is a common custom when visiting a Tanzanian home?

  • (A) Refusing any offer of food or drink
  • (B) It is polite to accept at least a small amount of what is offered
  • (C) Arriving empty-handed is preferred
  • (D) Keeping your shoes on