Rwanda civics quiz: questions and answers
All 15 general civics quiz questions about Rwanda 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
Rwanda's Constitution, Parliament, official languages and civic traditions such as Umuganda.
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What is the capital city of Rwanda?
Kigali
Kigali is Rwanda's capital and largest city, and the seat of Parliament and government.
What are the two chambers of Rwanda’s Parliament?
Chamber of Deputies and Senate
Rwanda's Parliament is made up of the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate.
What is Umuganda in Rwanda?
A monthly national community work day
Umuganda is community work held on the last Saturday of each month, when citizens join local projects.
Which language did Rwanda make an official language in 2017?
Swahili
In 2017 Swahili joined Kinyarwanda, English and French as an official language of Rwanda.
In which year did Rwandans approve a new constitution by referendum, later revised in 2015?
2003
Rwanda's constitution was adopted by referendum in 2003 and revised in 2015.
History 5 questions
Independence in 1962, the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, and national commemorations.
In which year did Rwanda gain independence?
1962
Rwanda became independent on 1 July 1962.
Which European country administered Rwanda immediately before independence?
Belgium
Belgium administered Rwanda after the First World War until independence in 1962.
What does Kwibuka, beginning on 7 April each year, commemorate?
The 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi
Kwibuka, meaning 'to remember', is the annual commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
Which national holiday is celebrated in Rwanda on 4 July?
Liberation Day
Liberation Day on 4 July commemorates the liberation of Kigali in 1994. Independence Day is 1 July.
Which international organisation did Rwanda join in 2009?
The Commonwealth
Rwanda became a member of the Commonwealth in 2009. It joined the East African Community in 2007.
Geography, culture and symbols 5 questions
Lakes, volcanoes, national parks, the currency and national symbols.
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What is the currency of Rwanda?
Rwandan franc
Rwanda's currency is the Rwandan franc, issued by the National Bank of Rwanda.
Rwanda is often called the land of a thousand what?
Hills
Rwanda's hilly landscape gives it the nickname 'land of a thousand hills' (Igihugu cy'imisozi igihumbi).
Which national park in Rwanda is home to mountain gorillas?
Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park in the Virunga mountains of north-west Rwanda protects mountain gorillas.
Which large lake lies along Rwanda’s western border?
Lake Kivu
Lake Kivu lies on the border between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
What is the title of Rwanda’s national anthem?
Rwanda Nziza
Rwanda's national anthem is Rwanda Nziza, meaning 'Beautiful Rwanda'.
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