New Zealand Facts Quiz

What is the capital city of New Zealand?

• Hamilton

• Auckland

• Christchurch

• Wellington

Which Dutch explorer was the first European to discover New Zealand?

• Vasco da Gama

• Abel Tasman

• Christopher Columbus

• James Cook

What is the name of the largest lake in New Zealand?

• Lake Pukaki

• Lake Wanaka

• Lake Wakatipu

• Lake Taupo

Which city in New Zealand is famous for its geothermal springs and sulphur pools?

• Wellington

• Christchurch

• Auckland

• Rotorua

Which mountain in New Zealand was first referred to as Mount Cook?

• Mount Tasman

• Mount Aoraki

• Mount Taranaki

• Mount Ruapehu

What is the national plant of New Zealand?

• Pohutukawa

• Manuka

• Kowhai

• Silver Fern

Which city in New Zealand is known for its iconic landmark Sky Tower?

• Hamilton

• Auckland

• Wellington

• Christchurch

What is the name of the famous fjord in Fjordland National Park, New Zealand?

• Dusky Sound

• Milford Sound

• Nancy Sound

• Doubtful Sound

Which bird is one of New Zealand's national symbols and is flightless?

• Fantail

• Tui

• Kaka

• Kiwi

Which country was the world's first to grant women the right to vote?

• United States

• United Kingdom

• New Zealand

• Australia