While we know and love our American flag, there are countless flags for other nations around the world. How many do you know about? The fact is that the average American can’t correctly identify many national flags. For instance, do you know what the country of Bhutan’s flag looks like? Have you ever heard of Bhutan? There are some flags on this list that are often in the news, but still, we don’t recognize them. Here is a quiz that will test your knowledge.
Flag #1
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Which country is it?
Israel
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This is one of the national flags that’s been in the news a lot over the last couple of years. Did you recognize it?
Flag #2
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Which country is it?
Philippines
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The Philippines was once a part of the United States. Now they’re their own country that’s famous for tropical islands, tasty cuisine, and more.
Flag #3
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Which country is it?
Papua New Guinea
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This is one of the hardest national flags to recognize. Papua New Guinea is famous for being home to countless unknown species of plants and animals.
Flag #4
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Which country is it?
Nepal
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Nepal is a great nation. It’s home to Mount Everest and other impressive mountains. It’s also the home to cool temples.
Flag #5
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Which country is it?
Mongolia
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This is one of the national flags most don’t recognize. Most haven’t been here either. Mongolia is known for Genghis Khan, the Gobi Desert, and countless wild horses.
Flag #6
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Which country is it?
Lebanon
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Lebanon is one of the most densely populated countries in the Mediterranean. It’s also home to some of the smartest people in the world.
Flag #7
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Which country is it?
Kenya
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Kenya is full of amazing wildlife and many vast natural parks. Imagine any place where you can see giraffes running wild!
Flag #8
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Which country is it?
Afghanistan
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Afghanistan has one of the national flags that most don’t recognize. This area is one of the richest in the world when it comes to natural resources like iron and copper.
Flag #9
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Which country is it?
Fiji
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Go to Fiji for some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. It’s even better if you enjoy diving, swimming, and snorkeling.
Flag #10
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Which country is it?
Haiti
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This is the flag of Haiti. This is a gorgeous nation in the Caribbean, and it’s covered with massive mountains. It is also home to tasty Haitian cuisine.
Flag #11
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Which country is it?
India
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India is one of the most heavily populated countries in the world, but many people don’t recognize the flag. The country is known for its culture full of dance, music, theater, and more.
Flag #12
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Which country is it?
Grenada
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Many people don’t know that Grenada is a spice isle because of its abundance of spices, from cinnamon to mace and clove.
Flag #13
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Which country is it?
Croatia
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Croatia is a lovely country known for its stunning architecture, historic cities, and the famous Diocletian Palace.
Flag #14
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Which country is it?
Cambodia
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Go to Cambodia for some of the most delicious food on the planet. Plan a trip and add the stunning capital city of Phnom Penh to your list.
Flag #15
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Which country is it?
Bhutan
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If you’ve never heard of Bhutan, you should learn more. It’s a lovely country in South Asia that’s known for its friendly people. In fact, it’s rated one of the happiest places on earth.
Flag #16
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Which country is it?
Belize
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Belize is a natural paradise. Half of the country is covered with rainforests that are home to many exotic species. There’s also an incredible barrier reef.
Flag #17
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Which country is it?
Kiribati
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Most people don’t recognize this flag because it’s one of the least developed countries in the world. Still, it’s a nice place with great beaches and good people.
Flag #18
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Which country is it?
Greenland
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Greenland has one of the national flags that most people don’t recognize. As you may have learned as a child, Greenland is actually pretty cold, and it’s home to glaciers.
Flag #19
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Which country is it?
Iceland
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Iceland is a gorgeous country where you can go to see the Northern Lights, volcanoes, waterfalls, and more.
Flag #20
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Which country is it?
Egypt
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Finally, this is one of the great national flags. The people are also wonderful, and so are the names of the boys and girls. Try to visit if you ever get the chance.
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