Dive into the fascinating world of Argentina with this trivia quiz! Discover the secrets behind its vibrant provinces, unique administrative regions, and the significance of its autonomous city, Buenos Aires. From geography to language, test your knowledge about a South American country rich in culture and history.
Whether you’re a geography buff or just curious about Argentina’s political setup, this quiz offers insightful questions that will challenge your understanding of how the nation is organized and governed. Explore the meanings behind place names and learn about Argentina’s proud independent provinces and their roles within the federal system.
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What is the capital of Argentina?
Mendoza
Mendoza
Rosario
Rosario
Córdoba
Córdoba
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires
What is the official language of Argentina?
Spanish
Spanish
English
English
Guaraní
Guaraní
Portuguese
Portuguese
How many administrative regions is Argentina divided into?
26
26
23
23
24
24
22
22
How many provinces does Argentina have?
23
23
24
24
21
21
25
25
What kind of system do the provinces and autonomous city of Argentina operate under?
Unitary system
Unitary system
Federal system
Federal system
Confederal system
Confederal system
Parliamentary system
Parliamentary system
What kind of city is Buenos Aires?
Special administrative region
Special administrative region
Provincial capital
Provincial capital
Autonomous city
Autonomous city
Sovereign city-state
Sovereign city-state
What is the name of Argentina’s autonomous city?
Córdoba
Córdoba
Rosario
Rosario
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires
La Plata
La Plata
What does the name Buenos Aires mean?
Fair Seas
Fair Seas
Good Winds
Good Winds
Beautiful Air
Beautiful Air
Holy City
Holy City
What does Distrito Federal mean?
District Federation
District Federation
Central District
Central District
Federal District
Federal District
Federal Department
Federal Department
What does Entre Ríos mean?
Across Waters
Across Waters
Between Rivers
Between Rivers
River Lands
River Lands
Beyond Streams
Beyond Streams
What is the meaning of the Portuguese word ‘Formosa’?
Beautiful
Beautiful
Shaped
Shaped
River Mouth
River Mouth
Fertile
Fertile
From what Latin word does the name ‘Argentina’ come, meaning silver?
Argenteus
Argenteus
Argentinus
Argentinus
Argenta
Argenta
Argentum
Argentum
What power do provinces in Argentina hold?
Only powers explicitly granted by the federal government
Only powers explicitly granted by the federal government
Limited legislative and executive powers
Limited legislative and executive powers
All powers not delegated to the federal government
All powers not delegated to the federal government
Powers shared equally with the federal government
Powers shared equally with the federal government
What must provinces in Argentina be and not contradict?
Representative commonwealths and must not contradict the Constitution
Representative commonwealths and must not contradict the Constitution
Self-governing regions and must follow federal guidelines
Self-governing regions and must follow federal guidelines
Independent republics and must align with federal laws
Independent republics and must align with federal laws
Autonomous entities and must adhere to presidential decrees
Autonomous entities and must adhere to presidential decrees
What does each Argentine province have?
Its own constitution, local government, and manages its natural and financial resources
Its own constitution, local government, and manages its natural and financial resources
Limited self-governance, federal oversight of resources, and a state assembly
Limited self-governance, federal oversight of resources, and a state assembly
A judicial system, a territorial police force, and shared financial control with the federal government
A judicial system, a territorial police force, and shared financial control with the federal government
A copy of the federal constitution, a governor appointed by the president, and federally controlled resources
A copy of the federal constitution, a governor appointed by the president, and federally controlled resources
What governmental bodies does each Argentine province have?
A high court, a presidential appointee, a local militia, and a legislative council
A high court, a presidential appointee, a local militia, and a legislative council
A regional tribunal, a mayor, a police department, and a bicameral legislature
A regional tribunal, a mayor, a police department, and a bicameral legislature
A judicial panel, a chief executive, a national guard, and a provincial assembly
A judicial panel, a chief executive, a national guard, and a provincial assembly
A supreme court, a governor, an autonomous police force, and a congress
A supreme court, a governor, an autonomous police force, and a congress
What do provinces in Argentina have regarding laws and government?
Provincial laws and constitutions
Provincial laws and constitutions
Regional statutes and regulatory frameworks
Regional statutes and regulatory frameworks
Federal laws applied provincially and shared constitutional principles
Federal laws applied provincially and shared constitutional principles
Local ordinances and charters
Local ordinances and charters
What framework are provinces in Argentina required to follow?
National legislative acts only
National legislative acts only
Presidential decrees and executive orders
Presidential decrees and executive orders
The federal constitution
The federal constitution
International treaties ratified by the federal government
International treaties ratified by the federal government
What are provinces in Argentina free to define?
Their economic policies and trade agreements
Their economic policies and trade agreements
Their educational curriculum and healthcare policies
Their educational curriculum and healthcare policies
Their local governments and legal structures
Their local governments and legal structures
Their foreign policy and defense strategies
Their foreign policy and defense strategies
What is the relationship between provincial governments and the federal government in Argentina?
They are autonomous from the federal government
They are autonomous from the federal government
They are subordinate to the federal government
They are subordinate to the federal government
They share joint authority with the federal government
They share joint authority with the federal government
They operate under federal supervision
They operate under federal supervision
Under what do the provinces in Argentina fall regarding geography?
The country’s five climate zones
The country’s five climate zones
The country’s four major river basins
The country’s four major river basins
The country’s seven major geographical regions
The country’s seven major geographical regions
The country’s three main mountain ranges
The country’s three main mountain ranges
What are the seven major geographical regions in Argentina?
Andes, Coastal, Central Plains, Northern Deserts, Southern Forests, Islands, and Antartica
Andes, Coastal, Central Plains, Northern Deserts, Southern Forests, Islands, and Antartica
Northern, Central, Southern, Eastern, Western, Coastal, and Mountainous
Northern, Central, Southern, Eastern, Western, Coastal, and Mountainous
Humid Pampa, Dry Chaco, Andean Range, Atlantic Coast, Patagonian Steppe, Meseta, and Valleys
Humid Pampa, Dry Chaco, Andean Range, Atlantic Coast, Patagonian Steppe, Meseta, and Valleys
Northwest, Mesopotamia, Gran Chaco, Sierras Pampeanas, Cuyo, Pampas, and Patagonia
Northwest, Mesopotamia, Gran Chaco, Sierras Pampeanas, Cuyo, Pampas, and Patagonia
What is true about some provinces in Argentina and geographical regions?
Some provinces span more than one geographical region
Some provinces span more than one geographical region
Each province is entirely contained within a single geographical region
Each province is entirely contained within a single geographical region
Most provinces are geographically uniform across their entire area
Most provinces are geographically uniform across their entire area
Provinces are defined to align perfectly with geographical regions
Provinces are defined to align perfectly with geographical regions
What does Tierra del Fuego include regarding the island of Tierra del Fuego?
Only the capital city of Ushuaia on the island
Only the capital city of Ushuaia on the island
The entire island of Tierra del Fuego
The entire island of Tierra del Fuego
The Argentine section of the island of Tierra del Fuego
The Argentine section of the island of Tierra del Fuego
Only the northern portion of the island
Only the northern portion of the island
What claims does Tierra del Fuego province also include?
Islas Malvinas (Falkland Islands), South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands, and a sector of Antarctica
Islas Malvinas (Falkland Islands), South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands, and a sector of Antarctica
Various islands in the South Atlantic and a portion of the Arctic
Various islands in the South Atlantic and a portion of the Arctic
Antarctica and a few small subantarctic islands
Antarctica and a few small subantarctic islands
Only the Falkland Islands and South Georgia
Only the Falkland Islands and South Georgia
What islands does Argentina claim, also known as the Falkland Islands?
Sandwich Islands
Sandwich Islands
Easter Island
Easter Island
Islas Malvinas
Islas Malvinas
South Georgia Islands
South Georgia Islands
Where does Argentina have claims that have been held in abeyance by the Antarctic Treaty?
Greenland
Greenland
Antarctica
Antarctica
Arctic Circle
Arctic Circle
South Pole
South Pole
What is the name of the province that nominally includes Argentina’s claims to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, and a segment of Antarctica?
Tierra del Fuego, Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur Province
Tierra del Fuego, Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur Province
Patagonia Austral Province
Patagonia Austral Province
Islas Malvinas y Antártida Argentina Province
Islas Malvinas y Antártida Argentina Province
Southern Maritime Territory
Southern Maritime Territory
When did Tierra del Fuego become the Tierra del Fuego, Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur Province?
1975
1975
1990
1990
2001
2001
1982
1982
In how many Argentine provinces is the legislature bicameral?
Eight
Eight
Thirteen
Thirteen
Six
Six
Ten
Ten
In how many Argentine provinces and Buenos Aires City is the legislature unicameral?
Twenty provinces and Buenos Aires City
Twenty provinces and Buenos Aires City
Ten provinces and Buenos Aires City
Ten provinces and Buenos Aires City
All provinces except Buenos Aires City
All provinces except Buenos Aires City
Fifteen provinces and Buenos Aires City
Fifteen provinces and Buenos Aires City
Into what are provinces in Argentina divided for administrative purposes?
Counties and townships
Counties and townships
Regions and zones
Regions and zones
Departments and municipalities
Departments and municipalities
Districts and communes
Districts and communes
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