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Quiz: Where in the world is World Vision?

Let’s put your world geography knowledge to the test.

Written by Katie Hackett

on February 24, 2026

With help from our supporters last year, World Vision Canada was at work in 55 countries—all beautiful, diverse places with unique backgrounds and resources.

Are you a world geography enthusiast, or ready to add to your knowledge? Test yourself with our six-question quiz.

What do you know about the countries where World Vision Canada partners?

How the quiz works:

  • Read the question.
  • Select your multiple-choice answer.
  • Scroll down for a photo clue.
  • Find the answer (and some bonus facts!) below.
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Question 1: Which country is home to the earliest known oil paintings?

  1. Armenia
  2. Afghanistan
  3. Bangladesh
  4. China

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A father wearing a turban smiles with his two young children.

Gulbadin poses with his kids, who both had cleft lip surgery with World Vision’s support. (Photo: World Vision)

Answer: Afghanistan. Murals discovered in the Bamiyan caves, dating back to around 650 AD, are the earliest examples of oil used in art history. The paintings incorporate both Indian and Chinese influences, and are thought to be the work of artists traveling the Silk Road.

World Vision began partnering with Afghanistan in 2001. In 2025, our food assistance programs helped thousands of families—more than 60,000 people received in-kind food and over 22,000 benefited from cash support.

Question 2: Which country is known as the birthplace of coffee?

  1. Vietnam
  2. Indonesia
  3. Brazil
  4. Ethiopia

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A woman in traditional Ethiopian dress pours coffee into cups.

A World Vision staff member performs a coffee ceremony. (Photo: World Vision)

Answer: Ethiopia is known as the birthplace of the coffee plant, Coffea Arabica. Famous legend says a goatherd named Kaldi discovered the beans in the ninth century, when he noticed that his goats were energized after eating the red berries. Today, coffee is engrained in Ethiopian culture and daily life, with the coffee ceremony being a famous ritual.

World Vision has worked in Ethiopia since 1975. Last year, over 1,100 people received training in agriculture and livestock techniques, thanks to supporters in Canada. Read Bilkisa’s story.

Question 3: What country has the greatest altitude change of any place on earth?

  1. China
  2. Bolivia
  3. Nepal
  4. Lesotho

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A cow noses close to the camera, while a young girl holds it by the lead.

A young girl in the Kirtipur sponsorship program area shows off her cow. (Photo: World Vision/Ben Adams)

Answer: Nepal. Its lowlands are at sea level and its mountains are the highest in the world. Nepal is home to eight of the world’s 10 tallest peaks, including Mount Everest.

World Vision began work in Nepal in 2001. Through our programs in 2025, more than 7,000 children and adults across the country joined activities to improve child protection and stop violence against children. Read how Neha is working to end child marriage.

Question 4: What country is most known for its cedar trees?

  1. Armenia
  2. Bolivia
  3. Myanmar
  4. Lebanon

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Nine female faces peer out of an open window.

Amnah and her husband are working hard to provide for their 10 daughters. Four of the girls are sponsored through World Vision. (Photo: World Vision/Mark Abou Jaoude)

Answer: Lebanon. The cedar is a national emblem that appears on Lebanon’s flag, coat of arms and money, symbolizing strength and endurance. The Forest of the Cedars of God is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

World Vision has worked in Lebanon since 1975. Last year, over 8,000 people got access to safe drinking water and nearly 6,000 people got access to good sanitation through our programs.

Question 5: Which country is known as the “Gateway to Africa”?

  1. South Africa
  2. Mozambique
  3. Somalia
  4. Senegal

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A young boy pushes a child in a wheelchair, while nine children follow in a line behind them.

Sponsored child Boubakar gets a push from his pals. A new wheelchair has changed his life. (Photo: World Vision)

Answer: Senegal. This country has been a key point of contact for trade and travel for centuries because it’s located at the westernmost point of the African continent. The capital, Dakar, has one of the best natural harbours in West Africa.

World Vision began partnering in Senegal in 1986. In 2025, over 100 children’s clubs were running, bringing girls and boys together around topics like peace, advocacy, and good hygiene habits.

Question 6: What country is home to 80 per cent of the world’s alpacas?

  1. Bolivia
  2. Peru
  3. Ecuador
  4. Honduras

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A young boy wearing a winter hat and knit poncho gestures to alpacas on the hill below him.

Excitement is high for a new alpaca genetic improvement centre. (Photo: World Vision/Coralia Proano)

Answer: Peru, of course! The country’s alpacas live mainly in the Andes Mountains, where they are raised by small groups of herding families. Their wool is prized for its long-lasting durability.

World Vision started work in Peru in 1983. Last year, more than 5,200 people received training in business and entrepreneurial skills to improve their incomes and support their families.

You made it to the end—well done!

Whether you aced these questions without trouble or found yourself a tad humbled, we hope you picked up a new fact or two along the way.

If you’re feeling energized to keep learning, consider reading up on a new topic. Might we suggest:

Or dive into our 2025 Annual Results Report —a great way to see the power of Canadian generosity in action.

The program results data above comes from fiscal year 2025, between October 1, 2024 and September 30, 2025.