Understanding the 'Guinea' Countries

What is the origin of the term 'Guinea' as used in the names of several countries?

• A Berber word meaning 'dark skin'

• A Spanish word meaning 'new land'

• A Latin word meaning 'land of gold'

• A Greek word meaning 'island'

Which European country first used the name 'Portuguese Guinea'?

• Britain

• Portugal

• France

• Spain

How did Equatorial Guinea get its name?

• It was named by the British

• It was named after a local tribe

• It was named due to its geographical location

• It was named after the equator

Why did Spanish explorers name the island 'New Guinea'?

• They found gold similar to that in Guinea

• It was named after a local leader

• It was a tribute to the Spanish king

• They thought it resembled the African Guinea

Which countries divided Papua New Guinea among themselves before its independence?

• France, Spain, and Portugal

• Netherlands, Germany, and Britain

• Italy, Belgium, and Denmark

• Russia, Sweden, and Norway