Only 15% Of People Know The Flags Of the World. Do You?
- by Yael Blechman
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- in Mind Twisters
There are one hundred twenty six countries in the world. That means that there are one hundred twenty six flags to go along with them. Countries have their own currencies, representative animals, leaders, and so on and so forth. Flags are all made up of different colours and shapes. Some we are likely to know better than others, but some are obscure. It can get difficult to keep track of them all.
Some flags are beautiful and some have deep meaning behind them. Others are confusing. There are different meanings behind them all, just be sure not to turn them upside down or you will be signalling that the country is in distress and we would not want that. Flags are a sign of pride and are waved with passion, and that is how it should be.
In this quiz will be twenty five pictures of flags. They all are connected to a specific country. It will start out simply and you will think this quiz may be easy, but don't be fooled. As you advance, they will become more and more obscure. Barely anyone can identity all of the flags in the world and this will be a mere sample of them. Let's see how many flags you can identify!
What country has the stars and stripes?
This country is known for being extremely patriotic, especially on July the Fourth. It is composed of fifty states that are currently being governed by President Donald Trump, the man with tiny hands. It is proud to have an eagle as its national animal and uses dollars as currency. This country borders two others and is on good terms with them both. It has a large population that is sometimes hit with tornadoes, hurricanes, or earthquakes in some parts of it. What country is this?
What country is has the maple leaf?
This country is known for its maple syrup and is stereotyped for being polite. They enjoy their coffee from Tim Hortons and their donuts, too. It is governed by a democratic government with Justin Trudeau currently working as Prime Minister. It is made up of provinces and territories and is known for being very cold due to its northern situation on the globe. It borders the United States of America and gets along with the Americans well. What country is this?
What country has gold stars on a red background?
This country's flag is red with yellow stars and has a population of over 1.3 billion. Its leader is a president who goes by the name of Xi Jinping. Its national animal is a giant panda and its national bird is a Red-Crowned Crane. Its national flower is the beautiful peony. This country is also the world's second largest in terms of land area by covering 9.6 million square kilometres of land. It is beautiful and often a tourist and business destination. What country is this?
What country is this?
This is a country that has been portrayed as the bad guys in many movies. It's motto is "Unity and Justice and Freedom" and it tries to abide by it. It uses Euros as currency and oak is its national tree. There is lots of literature that can be traced back to the Middle Ages with well known authors. Many of Europe's best and most lucrative magazines and newspapers are produced in this country. Do you know what country this is?
What country is this?
This flag is simple and memorable. It is all white with a red circle in the middle. The country that it represents has a green pheasant as its national bird and a carp as its national fish. This country is located in the Pacific Ocean and consists of many islands: six thousand eight hundred fifty two to be exact. It has a population of one hundred twenty seven million, making it the world's eleventh largest in terms of people. What country is this?
What country is this?
This country's main language is French. This means that instead of "hello" they say "bonjour," and instead of "goodbye" they say "au revoir." This country is located in Europe and is known for fashion and its food. It is also a tourist destination and many people travel here to visit the Eiffel Tower and eat baguettes. Its national animal is the gallic rooster and its national flower is an iris. It is very beautiful there and the perfect place to vacation. What country is this?
What country is this?
This is a country in the Middle East that is known for being very hot. Its national flower is the lotus and its national animal is the Bengal tiger, which is a beautiful animal. It also has a national bird, which is a peacock, and a national tree, which is the _____ Banyan. It is a beautiful country with lots of history and culture. The main religion there is Hinduism, which is one of the oldest religions in the world. What country is this?
What country is this?
This country is also exquisite and a popular tourist destination. It has a city with water for streets, it has the Leaning Tower of Pisa, there is so much beautiful architecture, and the gelato is exceptional. Not only does this country serve the best gelato, but it is also known for inventing pizza and serving the best pasta in the world. Its national flower is lily which is fitting since it is so beautiful. Do you know which country this is?
What country is this?
This is a country that is gigantic. It is the world's fifth largest for both population and land. Its official language is Portuguese and it is the largest country that has this language as its main one. It has a large tropical forest and some couples use its beautiful islands as vacation or honeymoon destinations. It is prosperous with it having one of the world's fastest growing GDPs. Can you guess which country is represented by this green, yellow, and blue flag?
What country is this?
This country has many people in it, totalling one hundred forty four million. This makes it the world's ninth biggest country in terms of people. Its national flower is a camomile and its national animal is a bear. It is a very large country, so large in fact that it is the world's biggest country in terms of surface area. It takes up over an eighth of the world's land that is inhabited by people. What huge country is this?
What country is this?
This country is one that is so far away that it takes an entire day to fly there from North America. It is across the world, past all of Europe and Asia. It is beautiful there too, with blue waters and world famous landmarks. Its national animal is a kangaroo, which this country has lots of, but it also is famous for koalas and giant spiders. It also has a national flower, which is the Golden Wattle. What country is this?
What country is this?
This is another absolutely gorgeous country with many historical landmarks. Many people travel here simply to view the art and architecture. There are many museums featuring Picasso, there is the Sagrada Familia, of course you must take a stroll through Park Guell, and there are many secluded islands perfecting for relaxing on vacation. This is the country that should be visited by everyone simply for its beauty. There is something for everyone: you can party, you can relax, or you can explore. What country is this?
What country is this?
Here is your first hint: President Donald Trump would like to build a wall around this country to prevent its people from invading the United States of America. This country is known for being a spot for vacationers. They make lots of money off of resorts where people come to sit by the pool and relax. Its national flower is the dahlias and its national animal is a Xoloitzcuintli, which is a type of national dog. What country is this?
What country is this?
One of the simplest flags in the world. This country is represented with a flag that is half white and half red. Its national animal is quite interesting: it is the Komodo dragon. Its national bird is the Javan hawk-eagle and its national flower is the beautiful melati putih. It is the world's largest island country and is situated between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. This country is run by a president by the name of Joko Widodo. What country is this?
What country is this?
This country is also represented by a simple flag. It struck luck with its national animal, which is the grey wolf. Its national flower is a tulip, another beautiful choice. This country is bordered on all sides, hitting the borders of nine other countries. It contains the city Istanbul, which is the largest one. Tourism here is not huge, but it has increased in the past twenty years. It has many historical architecture and meaning. Do you know what country this is?
What country is this?
This is a country that is famous for two of the best things in the world: chocolate and cheese. Let's be honest, the world would not go round without chocolate and cheese. This country, while famous for its delicious foods, is different than many others because it has neither a national animal nor a national flower. It is very beautiful there, with famous mountains called the Alps and gorgeous waters. It has a population of eight million people who mostly live in the big cities. What country is this?
What country is this?
This is a country that does have a national animal and it is called the rufuos hornero. This country is the largest country that has Spanish as its main language and is eighth largest in the world. It is split up into twenty three provinces which are all governed by a federal system and their own constitutions. Its climate changes depending on where you are in the country, ranging from chilly to quite hot. Which country does this flag represent?
What country is this?
This beautiful country has claimed an elk to be its national animal and a Linnea Borealis as its national flower. Due to its Northern situation on the globe, it experiences the phenomenon of having twenty four hours of sunlight in its most northern regions. In the winter, the opposite happens, and there are many more houses of darkness than is normal. This allows for the northern lights to be viewed against a dark sky. Which country experiences these extreme daylight problems?
What country is this?
This is a small but quaint country with lots of history about the Second World War. Its national flower is the Corn Poppy and its national animal is the eagle. The touristic attractions in this country vary. There are beautiful mountains and architecture of every style imaginable. It may not seem like it, but this country does bring in a lot of revenue from tourism. It offers a variety of activities too, such as skiing, sailing, and sightseeing. What country is this?
What country is this?
When you hear this country's name, one of your first thought will be about chocolate. It is also famous for other unhealthy foods, like waffles and beer. This country produces eight hundred different types of beer! It also churns out 220,000 tonnes of chocolate every year. That is a lot of beer and chocolate. Chocolate, beer, and waffled are sure to bring in the tourists. Its national animal is the majestic lion and its national animal is the red poppy. What country is this?
What country is this?
This country is a popular vacation spot for people looking to escape their every day realities. The waters are beautiful and clear and the beaches are gorgeous. The national animal of this country is the elephant. There are volunteer programs for anyone to attend where they can travel to this country and tend to the elephants. There are sixty six million people living in this country, making it the world's twentieth most populous country. Do you know which country this is?
What country is this?
This is country where the heat is very strong. It is situated in Africa and is incredibly rich in history. It has the pyramids and old tombs and other things to look at. The heat also makes it a place to relax in the sun. It has a national animal, which is the steppe eagle, and a national flower, which is the lotus flower. It is considered to be one of the first places in history, the beginning of writing, agriculture, and organized religion. What country is this?
What country is this?
This is a beautiful country with lots of historical and religious relevance. From the furthest northern point to the lowest point in the south, it is extraordinary with endless amounts of things to see. There is the Western Wall, the various markets where you can bargain for goods, and the long beaches. In the summer, the country can get quite hot, especially when there is a heat wave. This country is multicultural and helps immigrants immensely. What country is this?
What country is this?
The national flower for this country is the clover and it is the country that is famous for Saint Patrick's Day. It also has a national bird, which is the lapwing. This country is also mostly surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, giving it a beautiful view. English is the dominant language in this country, although its speaker have a different accent than what people from North America are accustomed to. Do you know which country this green, white, and orange flag represents?
What country is this?
This is a small country that includes the main land and several more islands out in the ocean. People imagine blue waters and white architecture when picturing it in their minds. It has a rich history which tourists go to see when they travel there. The architecture and ruins are stunning, which is why it is such a tourist trap. It is also the perfect place to go lie on the beach, since the view there is one of the nicest. What country is this?