Planned Capital Cities Quiz

What is a common reason for constructing a planned capital city?

• To increase tourism

• To consolidate political power

• To improve agricultural output

• To reduce military spending

Which ancient city was the first recorded planned capital?

• Akhetaten

• Constantinople

• Baghdad

• Kyoto

Why did the Kingdom of Pinya construct new capitals in Myanmar?

• To escape natural disasters

• To establish trade routes

• To consolidate power

• To improve education

What was a significant reason for the construction of Canberra in Australia?

• To improve agricultural production

• To promote tourism

• To resolve a rivalry between two major cities

• To serve as a military base

Which city was built to replace Karachi as the capital of Pakistan?

• Quetta

• Peshawar

• Islamabad

• Lahore

What was a common reason for constructing new capitals in Africa during the 20th century?

• To improve agricultural output

• To promote tourism

• To centralize governance

• To escape colonial influence

Which city is planned to become Indonesia's future capital?

• Jakarta

• Bandung

• Nusantara

• Surabaya

What is a major reason for constructing new capitals in the 21st century?

• To alleviate congestion and pollution

• To expand industrial zones

• To promote cultural heritage

• To increase military presence

Which city is expected to be announced as the capital of South Korea by 2030?

• Sejong

• Incheon

• Busan

• Seoul

What is the smallest and least populated capital city in the world?

• Yamoussoukro

• Ngerulmud

• Astana

• Dodoma