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Benin is a small West African nation located in the Gulf of Guinea with a population of almost 11 million people. It is a former French colony with French as the official language, although many regional languages are spoken including Fon, Mina, Yoruba and others. Benin has seen a period of political turmoil since gaining independence in 1960 but has established a peaceful democracy in recent years. Its economy was formerly dependent on subsistence farming and the export of cotton, but it is now increasingly reliant on services. Benin is famous for its art and its historic kingdom of Dahomey, whose legacy is still visible today. The country is renowned for its vibrant culture and vibrant music, while the Voodoo religion is a major force in the areas around the capital of Porto Novo. Benin has much to offer the traveller looking for unique experiences in West Africa.


1) What is the capital of Benin?

  • Lagos
  • Lomé
  • Porto-Novo
  • Cotonou

2) What is the official language in Benin?

  • Yoruba
  • French
  • Fon
  • English

3) What is the currency of Benin?

  • Franc
  • Pound
  • Euro
  • Dollar

4) What is the national bird of Benin?

  • Grey Parrot
  • Grey Crown Crane
  • Senegal Parrot
  • Palawan Peacock-Pheasant

5) What is the climate of Benin?

  • Tropical Wet
  • Tropical Rainforest
  • Tropical Monsoon
  • Tropical Savannah

6) What is the main religion of Benin?

  • Buddhism
  • Christianity
  • Hinduism
  • Islam

7) What is the main natural resource of Benin?

  • Gold
  • Diamond
  • Oil
  • Uranium

8) What is the national dish of Benin?

  • Fufu
  • Jollof Rice
  • Kilishi
  • Amala

9) What is the total land area of Benin?

  • 112,620 km2
  • 114,460 km2
  • 112,770 km2
  • 114,180 km2

10) What is the total population of Benin?

  • 9,476,235
  • 9,411,811
  • 9,349,376
  • 9,619,604

11) Who is the current president of Benin?

  • Boni Yayi
  • Mathieu Kérékou
  • Thomas Boni Yayi
  • Patrice Talon

12) What is the international dialling code of Benin?

  • +251
  • +229
  • +263
  • +267

13) What are the colors in the flag of Benin?

  • Red, White and Blue
  • Yellow, Red and Green
  • Yellow, Green and Red
  • Red, Blue and Green

14) What is the national anthem of Benin?

  • The Benin Anthem
  • La Béninoise
  • La Libération
  • Le Bénin

15) Who is the Prime Minister of Benin?

  • Prosper Adjouhou
  • Pascal Koupaki
  • Lionel Zinsou
  • Lauide Gbaguidi

16) What is the gdp of Benin?

  • $7,856 billion
  • $4,785 billion
  • $5,912 billion
  • $2,647 billion

17) What is the life expectancy of people in Benin?

  • 61.3 years
  • 65.5 years
  • 69.2 years
  • 73.1 years

18) What is the international airport of Benin?

  • Cotonou Cadjehon International Airport
  • Parakou Airport
  • Lokossa Airport
  • Porto-Novo Airport

19) What is the total coastline of Benin?

  • 94 km
  • 90 km
  • 114 km
  • 122 km

20) When did Benin gain independence from France?

  • 1954
  • 1960
  • 1964
  • 1970

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