Geography Knowledge Assessment

The transcript discusses the National Geography Bee, highlighting questions from current events and obscure topics. It focuses on Akshay Rajagopal, an 11-year-old from Nebraska, who won the competition by answering all questions correctly. Akshay's journey included winning at school and state levels before competing in Washington, D.C. He used various study methods, including DVDs and books, to prepare. Akshay and other top finishers will advance to the international round.

Which province in China experienced its largest earthquake in over 50 years in 2008?

• Yunnan

• Sichuan

• Hunan

• Guangdong

What type of music is Makosa, and where is it popular?

• Jazz, United States

• Makosa, Cameroon

• Samba, Brazil

• Reggae, Jamaica

Who was the 11-year-old winner of the National Geography Bee?

• Cochabamba

• Jeffrey Young

• Akshay Rajagopal

• Hunter

In which country is Cochabamba the third largest conurbation?

• Bolivia

• Argentina

• Peru

• Chile

How many contestants did Akshay compete against in Washington, D.C.?

• 54

• 60

• 50

• 45

What book did Akshay use to study for the National Geography Bee?

• Geography for Dummies

• The World Almanac

• Grow Your Lands and People

• World Atlas

What is the next step for Akshay and the other top finishers after the national competition?

• A trip to the White House

• A vacation in Europe

• The international round of the National Geographic Bee

• A scholarship award ceremony

What method did Akshay use to enhance his knowledge about the world?

• Reading newspapers

• Watching DVDs

• Attending geography classes

• Traveling to different countries