International Night Quiz 2

The word robot was first used in this country's language?

• Russia

• United States

• Czech Republic

• China

Answer explanation

The Czech play R.U.R., which stands for Rossum's Universal Robots, premiered on January 25, 1921, introducing the word 'robot' to the world. Karel Čapek, the playwright behind the work, premiered the science fiction play at the National Theatre in Prague, Czech Republic.

This country is home to the world’s largest desert lake and has a huge Flamingo population.

• Mexico

• Kenya

• Brazil

• United States

Answer explanation

Lake Turkana in Kenya is the largest permanent desert lake in the world—stretching almost 250 kilometers (155 miles) from north to south. It is also home to a huge flamingo population.

This country is the world's largest exporter of olive oil?

• Spain

• Italy

• Greece

• Argentina

Answer explanation

Spain produces over 50 percent of the world’s olive oil.

Where is the world's largest active volcano?

• Ecuador

• United States

• Iceland

• New Zealand

Answer explanation

Hawaii’s Mauna Loa in the United States rises 2.5 miles above sea level; it descends to the sea floor for 3 miles and depresses the sea floor another 5 miles.

Which country has the highest percentage of internet connectivity and the fastest average connection speed?

• Sweden

• Hong Kong

• South Korea

• Japan

Answer explanation

South Korea is the world leader in internet connectivity with 92% of the population internet users and they have the fastest average connection speed.

Which country's capital is built over 14 islands?

• New Zealand

• Switzerland

• Sweden

• Finland

Answer explanation

Stockholm, Sweden’s capital is built over 14 islands and seems as if it's floating over the water.

Which country's flag has had 27 versions?

• England

• Spain

• United States

• Germany

Answer explanation

The United States has had 27 versions of its flag since its founding in 1776.

Which country has the highest percentage of vegetarians?

• Mexico

• India

• Taiwan

• USA

Answer explanation

India has the highest percentage of vegetarians with an estimated 20-39 % of the population