GeoBuff Daily Geography Trivia — Monday, April 13, 2026

GeoBuff Daily Geography Trivia, the Monday, April 13 edition — 10 geography questions with answers and explanations.

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Which city hosted the 2000 Summer Olympics in this country? The answer is Sydney. Sydney hosted the 2000 Summer Olympics, one of the most recognizable sporting events ever held in Australia.

Which country's flag is shown for the Horn of Africa nation associated with the Blue Nile's highland source region? The answer is Ethiopia. Ethiopia's highlands are the source region of the Blue Nile, which begins at Lake Tana.

What is the official currency used in this country? The answer is Iranian rial. Iran's official currency is the rial, although prices are also commonly discussed in tomans in everyday speech.

Images of the Hobbiton movie set identify a filming location in which country? The answer is New Zealand. The Hobbiton set was built near Matamata and is one of New Zealand's most famous film tourism sites.

On the U.S. states map, which Pacific Northwest state is known for dramatic coastlines, forests, and film settings around Portland and the coast? The answer is Oregon. Oregon is in the Pacific Northwest of the United States, bordered by the Pacific Ocean and known for scenery often used in film and television.

Which country's flag is shown for the African nation known as a major exporter of crude oil? The answer is Nigeria. Nigeria, on the Gulf of Guinea, is one of Africa's leading oil producers and exporters.

Which U.S. state borders this state directly to the north? The answer is Georgia. Florida shares its northern border with Georgia, while Alabama touches its northwestern corner.

A skyline photo featuring the headquarters district of Shenzhen is associated with which country? The answer is China. Shenzhen is one of China's major business and technology hubs.

On the U.S. states map, which state in the Northeast is home to the country's largest city and a major global financial center? The answer is New York. New York State is located in the northeastern United States and includes New York City, one of the world's leading financial hubs.

Which country's flag is shown for the European nation that uses the forint? The answer is Hungary. Hungary's national currency is the forint, rather than the euro.