Test your knowledge of world geography and historical administrative centers across all continents.
Geography and Global Studies10 questions3 minIntermediate
Short version · Full version
Take the test
Instant resultCapital Cities in 3 minutes.
10 questions to get your score, your level and your place in the ranking. Start right away, no sign-up needed.
- Dedicated testCapital Cities
- Instant resultsand detailed
- Personalized diplomato download
- Compare yourselfagainst the community
No sign-up to start · 10 questions · 3 min
Capital Cities
Geography and Global Studies
10 questions3 minNew
- Recommended bySolo or with friends
- Tests created by expertsin each domain
Assess your skills on river locations, etymology and relocated government hubs. Identify global landmarks and official administrative cities.
Once you are done, your score is computed from all of your answers and compared with everyone who has already taken this test. You immediately see which questions you got right, which you missed, and the correct answer to each of them.
Your result unlocks the WhoTest world ranking: you see where you stand among the other Geography and Global Studies candidates, in your country and in your city, and if your score beats the average your certificate is issued live. No account is needed to start.
Frequently asked questions
What skills does this test measure and who is it for?
It measures how you recognise world capitals through administrative status, historical evolution, river geography and etymology. You can use it if you are a learner, a curious reader or preparing a geography exam, but it is not an official exam.
How do formats and levels work, and which should I choose?
There are three levels: Easy, Intermediate and Expert. Each has a Short version of 10 questions lasting about 3 minutes and a Full version of 30 questions lasting about 8 to 10 minutes. Choose Short for a quick overview, Full for a more precise score.
How should I prepare for the reasoning traps in this subject?
Revise the distinction between administrative capitals and largest cities, colonial name changes, and planned capitals. Practise recognising landmarks from aerial views and time yourself: this test is timed and each question must be answered to move on.
What score bands appear in the result and how do they work?
Your result gives the number of correct answers out of the total, with Needs work below 40 %, Intermediate from 40 %, Advanced from 60 %, and Expert from 80 % only. At Easy and Intermediate levels, Advanced is the top band.
When do I pass and what does the certificate contain?
To pass, score at least 6 out of 10 for a Short version or 18 out of 30 for a Full version. The PDF certificate contains your first and last name, score, date, a certificate number and a QR code, emailed and downloadable from your account.
What happens when I retake it, and who can see my result?
Retakes use Start again with the same questions in the same order, so they mainly test memory. Your detailed result remains visible only to you, but public rankings show your best attempt as first name, last initial, country, city, score and time.
Explore all categories
Whatever your goal, there's a test for you.
Test your knowledge on British waterways and mountain peaks across the United Kingdom.
Geography and Global Studies10 questions3 minIntermediateShort version · Full versionTake the testTest your knowledge of heraldic symbols, national layouts and historical vexillology across six continents.
Geography and Global Studies10 questions3 minIntermediateShort version · Full versionTake the testAnalyse global borders and maritime geography through thirty specific regional mapping questions.
Geography and Global Studies10 questions3 minIntermediateShort version · Full versionTake the testTest your knowledge of global circulation patterns and atmospheric feedback mechanisms.
Geography and Global Studies10 questions3 minIntermediateShort version · Full versionTake the testUK Geography: Counties and Cities
Test your knowledge of British cities, regional landmarks and historic county borders.
Geography and Global Studies10 questions3 minIntermediateShort version · Full versionTake the test
Assess knowledge of British historical figures from medicine and art to political leadership.
General Knowledge10 questions3 minIntermediateShort version · Full versionTake the testTest your knowledge of governance, archaeological finds and military history from 43 AD to 1066.
History and Civilisations10 questions3 minIntermediateShort version · Full versionTake the testAssess proficiency in British medical terms and complex architectural vocabulary.
Languages and Communication10 questions3 minIntermediateShort version · Full versionTake the testEvaluate your knowledge of English constitutional law and religious reform from 1485 to 1714.
History and Civilisations10 questions3 minIntermediateShort version · Full versionTake the testReview your knowledge of iconic soaps, period dramas and classic BBC sitcoms.
Arts and Leisure10 questions3 minIntermediateShort version · Full versionTake the testA formal assessment of logical reasoning and spatial visualisation skills.
Cognitive Ability10 questions5 minIntermediateShort version · Full versionTake the testCheck how stress, sleep, caffeine, work habits and breaks affect your daily energy.
Wellbeing and Mental Health10 questions4 minIntermediateShort version · Full versionTake the testReview console history, RPG lore and technical mechanics in this comprehensive gaming challenge.
Arts and Leisure10 questions3 minIntermediateShort version · Full versionTake the test
