Geography Trivia

10

The name of which South African city was derived from the phrase South West Township?

11

The 31st state of the United States was the first state bordering the Pacific Ocean. Which state was this?

9

To give thanks for the end of the Black Death in 1632, inhabitants of this town in the Bavarian Alps of southern Germany vowed to enact a Passion play every ten years, which they have done faithfully, ever since. Which town is this?

7

Singers Glenn Campbell, Johnny Cash, baseball player "Dizzy" Dean, actress Mary Steenburgen, and General Douglas MacArthur all come from this state whose nickname is the "Land of Opportunity." Which state is it?

9

This Pacific island group, populated by Polynesians as early as 1000 B.C. was first sighted by European explorers in 1722, and since 1899 has been administered by the United States. The capital is Pago Pago. What is it?

2

Since the early 1700's, nearly all British prime ministers have lived at what London street address?

14

In which African city and country do the White Nile and Blue Nile converge?

17

The world's fifth largest country in area covers about half of its continent. What country is this?

2

During the 1980's which entertainer was considered to be the poet laureate of Colorado?

14

TV show about a genius who can become anyone that he wants to be.

20

Which plant, common around Christmas time, contains poisonous berries which can cause acute stomach irritation if eaten?