Fiji civics quiz: questions and answers
All 15 general civics quiz questions about Fiji with answers and explanations, grouped by topic. This is a learning quiz, not an official exam. Select a question to see the answer.
Government and law 5 questions
Fiji as a republic, the 2013 Constitution, Parliament and the rights of all Fijians.
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What is the capital city of Fiji?
Suva
Suva, on the island of Viti Levu, is the capital of Fiji and the seat of government.
What is the title of Fiji’s head of state?
President
Fiji is a republic, and its head of state is the President.
Under the 2013 Constitution, what are all citizens of Fiji known as?
Fijians
Section 5 of the 2013 Constitution provides that all citizens of Fiji are known as Fijians.
What is the normal maximum term of Fiji’s Parliament?
Four years
Under the 2013 Constitution, Parliament runs for four years from its first sitting after an election, unless dissolved earlier.
What does Fiji’s 2013 Constitution say about religion and the State?
Religion and the State are separate
Section 4 of the Constitution states that religion and the State are separate and that the State must treat all religions equally.
History 5 questions
The Deed of Cession of 1874, Levuka, independence in 1970 and the move to a republic.
In which year did Fiji gain independence from the United Kingdom?
1970
Fiji became independent from the United Kingdom on 10 October 1970.
In 1874 Fijian chiefs signed the Deed of Cession, ceding Fiji to which country?
The United Kingdom
On 10 October 1874 Cakobau, Ma'afu and other senior chiefs signed the Deed of Cession, making Fiji a British colony.
Which leading chief, together with Ma’afu and others, signed the 1874 Deed of Cession?
Seru Epenisa Cakobau
Seru Epenisa Cakobau was the leading signatory of the Deed of Cession in 1874.
In which year was Fiji declared a republic?
1987
Fiji was declared a republic in 1987, ending the link with the British monarch as head of state.
Which historic port town on Ovalau, an early colonial capital, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Levuka
Levuka was Fiji's capital before Suva. The Levuka Historical Port Town was inscribed as a World Heritage Site in 2013.
Geography, culture and symbols 5 questions
Viti Levu and the other islands, Mount Tomanivi, the flag, the anthem and the Fijian dollar.
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What is the largest island of Fiji?
Viti Levu
Viti Levu is Fiji's largest island and is home to Suva, Nadi and Lautoka. Vanua Levu is the second largest.
What is the highest mountain in Fiji?
Mount Tomanivi
Mount Tomanivi, also known as Mount Victoria, rises to about 1,324 metres on Viti Levu.
What is the currency of Fiji?
Fijian dollar
The Fijian dollar (FJD) is the currency of Fiji.
What is the name of Fiji’s national anthem?
God Bless Fiji
God Bless Fiji (Meda Dau Doka in Fijian) is the national anthem of Fiji.
What is the background colour of the Fijian flag?
Light blue
The flag has a light blue field representing the Pacific Ocean, with the Union Jack in the corner and the shield from the coat of arms.
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