11 Countries Start With G, I Named 8 and Got Stuck on the Rest, Can You Get All 11?
I love a good geography challenge. So when I tried to name all the countries that start with G, I thought it would be easy. I got Germany, Greece, and Ghana right away. Then I slowed down. There are 11 countries that start with G, and I could only name 8. The last 3 took me a while.
How many can you name? This quiz has all 11 G countries waiting for you. Each one comes with a clue to help you out. Some are easy like Germany. Some are tricky like Guinea-Bissau. Let us see if you can beat my score of 8.
I have made the quiz fun with hints for each country. Type the name, check your answer, and move to the next. Good luck!
What Are the Countries That Start With G?
There are 11 countries that start with G: Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, and Guyana. They are spread across Africa, Europe, Asia, South America, and the Caribbean. Germany is the biggest economy among them. Greece is known for ancient history.
How To Play This Quiz
Read each clue carefully. It tells you something about the country, like its capital or a famous fact. Type the country name in the answer box. Use the hint if you need extra help. There are 11 questions in total. Try to get them all without hints for the best score.
Fun Facts About G Countries
Germany has the largest economy in Europe. Greece hosted the first modern Olympics in 1896. Ghana was the first African country to gain independence from colonial rule in 1957. Grenada is called the Spice Isle because it grows lots of nutmeg. Guyana is the only English-speaking country in South America.
Which G Countries Are the Hardest?
Most people struggle with Guinea-Bissau, Gabon, and Grenada. Guinea and Guinea-Bissau are two different countries, which confuses a lot of people. Gabon is on the west coast of Africa but not many know its capital Libreville. Grenada is a small Caribbean island that is easy to forget.
Conclusion
Did you get all 11? If you did, you are a geography star! If you got 8 like me, that is still good. The G countries are a mixed bunch from all over the world. Share this quiz and challenge your friends to beat your score.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries start with G?
There are 11 countries that start with the letter G.
What is the difference between Guinea and Guinea-Bissau?
They are two separate countries in West Africa. Guinea has capital Conakry. Guinea-Bissau has capital Bissau. They are neighbors but different nations.
Which G country is in South America?
Guyana is in South America. Its capital is Georgetown. It is the only English-speaking country on the continent.
Geography Quiz Tips For Students And Teachers
Use this quiz to learn African and South American geography. Have students locate each G country on a map. The 11 countries cover 5 continents, making it a great world overview. Time the quiz for extra fun.
