Discover the rich history and fascinating geography of Panama with our engaging trivia quiz! From the mighty Panama Canal that connects two vast oceans to the colorful streets of Casco Viejo, these questions will test your knowledge of one of Central America’s most unique countries.
Whether you’re curious about the highest peaks like Volcán Barú offering views of two oceans or intrigued by Panama City’s iconic landmarks and cultural hotspots, this quiz invites you to explore the heart of this vibrant nation. Challenge yourself and learn more about Panama’s pivotal role as a land bridge and its position between continents.
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What is the capital of Panama?
Colón
Colón
Santiago de Veraguas
Santiago de Veraguas
Panama City
Panama City
David
David
What two oceans does the Panama Canal connect?
The Atlantic and Indian oceans
The Atlantic and Indian oceans
The Pacific and Atlantic oceans
The Pacific and Atlantic oceans
The Southern and Pacific oceans
The Southern and Pacific oceans
The Indian and Arctic oceans
The Indian and Arctic oceans
Where is the Panama Canal located?
In the Gulf of Panama
In the Gulf of Panama
Near the Darién Gap
Near the Darién Gap
In the Isthmus of Panama
In the Isthmus of Panama
Along the Pacific coast
Along the Pacific coast
What is Panama best known for?
Its coffee production
Its coffee production
Its unique wildlife
Its unique wildlife
Its ancient ruins
Its ancient ruins
Its canal that links the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean
Its canal that links the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean
What is the highest point in Panama?
Alto de Piedra
Alto de Piedra
Volcán Barú
Volcán Barú
Cerro Punta
Cerro Punta
Cerro Azul
Cerro Azul
How many volcanoes are in Panama?
One, Volcán Barú
One, Volcán Barú
Two, including La Yeguada volcano
Two, including La Yeguada volcano
Many, as it is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire
Many, as it is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire
Three, all in Chiriquí province
Three, all in Chiriquí province
What is the most iconic landmark in Panama City?
The Miraflores Locks
The Miraflores Locks
Ancon Hill
Ancon Hill
The Bridge of the Americas
The Bridge of the Americas
Casco Viejo
Casco Viejo
What can visitors learn about at the Miraflores Locks?
Traditional Panamanian dances
Traditional Panamanian dances
The Panama Canal’s history and operations
The Panama Canal’s history and operations
Panama’s independence movement
Panama’s independence movement
The local marine ecosystem
The local marine ecosystem
What two oceans can be seen from the top of Volcán Barú?
Only the Pacific Ocean
Only the Pacific Ocean
The Atlantic Ocean and the Southern Ocean
The Atlantic Ocean and the Southern Ocean
Both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Ocean
Both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Ocean
The Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean
The Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean
What is unique about Panama City as a capital city?
It has the most skyscrapers in Central America
It has the most skyscrapers in Central America
It is bordered by two oceans directly
It is bordered by two oceans directly
It is the only capital city in the world with a tropical rainforest within its city limits
It is the only capital city in the world with a tropical rainforest within its city limits
It was founded by a pirate
It was founded by a pirate
What is the historic district of Panama City with cobblestone streets, colorful buildings, and lively cafes and bars?
Bella Vista
Bella Vista
Punta Paitilla
Punta Paitilla
Casco Viejo
Casco Viejo
El Cangrejo
El Cangrejo
What characterizes Casco Viejo?
Its cobblestone streets, colorful colonial buildings, lively cafes, and bars
Its cobblestone streets, colorful colonial buildings, lively cafes, and bars
Its vast open green spaces and parks
Its vast open green spaces and parks
Its industrial zones and shipping ports
Its industrial zones and shipping ports
Its modern high-rises and shopping malls
Its modern high-rises and shopping malls
What kind of nation is Panama in terms of continents?
An island nation in the Caribbean
An island nation in the Caribbean
A nation spanning Africa and South America
A nation spanning Africa and South America
A transcontinental nation that connects the continents of North and South America
A transcontinental nation that connects the continents of North and South America
A landlocked country in Central America
A landlocked country in Central America
What is the land bridge between North and South America known as?
The Bridge of the Americas
The Bridge of the Americas
The Darién Gap
The Darién Gap
The Panama Corridor
The Panama Corridor
The Isthmus of Panama
The Isthmus of Panama
What is the narrowest part of the Americas?
The Strait of Magellan
The Strait of Magellan
The Isthmus of Panama
The Isthmus of Panama
The Yucatán Peninsula
The Yucatán Peninsula
The Bering Strait
The Bering Strait
How wide is the Isthmus of Panama?
Less than 10 miles (16 km)
Less than 10 miles (16 km)
About 30 to 120 miles (50-200 km)
About 30 to 120 miles (50-200 km)
Around 500 miles (800 km)
Around 500 miles (800 km)
Over 1000 miles (1600 km)
Over 1000 miles (1600 km)
What is Panama’s narrowest point between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans?
About thirty miles
About thirty miles
About one hundred miles
About one hundred miles
About ten miles
About ten miles
About five miles
About five miles
What does Ancon Hill offer?
Historical battleground tours
Historical battleground tours
A large shopping mall and entertainment complex
A large shopping mall and entertainment complex
Hiking trails and panoramic views of the Panama City skyline
Hiking trails and panoramic views of the Panama City skyline
Botanical gardens and a zoo
Botanical gardens and a zoo
Which park in Panama City offers hiking trails and panoramic views of the city skyline?
Cerro Ancón Park
Cerro Ancón Park
Parque Omar
Parque Omar
Parque Natural Summit
Parque Natural Summit
The Metropolitan Natural Park
The Metropolitan Natural Park
What is Colón, and where is it situated?
Panama’s highest mountain range, in the interior
Panama’s highest mountain range, in the interior
A small fishing village on the Pacific coast
A small fishing village on the Pacific coast
The capital of a western province, known for agriculture
The capital of a western province, known for agriculture
Panama’s largest port city, situated at the mouth of the Panama Canal on the Caribbean coast
Panama’s largest port city, situated at the mouth of the Panama Canal on the Caribbean coast
What is the Tocumen International Airport known for?
Being the highest altitude airport in Central America
Being the highest altitude airport in Central America
The largest Central American airport
The largest Central American airport
The oldest airport in the world
The oldest airport in the world
Having the longest runway in Latin America
Having the longest runway in Latin America
How many different airlines does the Tocumen International Airport serve?
Less than 5
Less than 5
Exactly 20
Exactly 20
Over 30
Over 30
Around 10 to 15
Around 10 to 15
What was the Tocumen International Airport originally?
A cattle ranch
A cattle ranch
A banana plantation
A banana plantation
A small military base
A small military base
A World War II airport
A World War II airport
When was Panama City founded?
1789
1789
1519
1519
1671
1671
1903
1903
What is Panama City known for within Panama?
Its remote, untouched natural beauty
Its remote, untouched natural beauty
Primarily an agricultural center
Primarily an agricultural center
The largest city in Panama, home to over 800,000 people
The largest city in Panama, home to over 800,000 people
The smallest and least populated city
The smallest and least populated city
Which Panamanian city was named ‘American Capital of Culture’ in 2003, along with Curitiba, Brazil?
Chitré
Chitré
Colón
Colón
Panama City
Panama City
David
David
Who destroyed Panama City in 1671, and when was it rebuilt?
Hernán Cortés; never fully rebuilt
Hernán Cortés; never fully rebuilt
Henry Morgan, a Welsh pirate; rebuilt two years later
Henry Morgan, a Welsh pirate; rebuilt two years later
Vasco Núñez de Balboa; rebuilt by Spanish settlers ten years later
Vasco Núñez de Balboa; rebuilt by Spanish settlers ten years later
Sir Francis Drake; rebuilt centuries later
Sir Francis Drake; rebuilt centuries later
What is Bocas del Toro known for?
Its bustling industrial zones and shipping ports
Its bustling industrial zones and shipping ports
Its arid desert landscapes and rock formations
Its arid desert landscapes and rock formations
Its volcanic activity and mountain climbing opportunities
Its volcanic activity and mountain climbing opportunities
Its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant coral reefs
Its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant coral reefs
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