Geography:
Where are the Solomon Islands located?
The Solomon Islands are located in the Pacific Ocean, northeast of Australia, east of Papua New Guinea, and northwest of Vanuatu. They are part of the Melanesian region in Oceania.
How many main islands make up the Solomon Islands archipelago?
6.
What is the highest mountain peak in the Solomon Islands?
Mount Tetepare, located on Guadalcanal.
Which famous World War II battle took place on Guadalcanal?
The Battle of Guadalcanal.
What is the name of the world's longest lagoon found in the Solomon Islands?
Marovo Lagoon.
What type of landmass are the majority of the Solomon Islands?
Volcanic islands.
Culture and History:
What is the national language of the Solomon Islands?
English (along with 87 indigenous languages).
What is the currency used in the Solomon Islands?
The Solomon Islands dollar (SBD).
What is the traditional name for the Solomon Islands in the local Kwaio language?
"Utupua."
What musical instrument is featured on the Solomon Islands coat of arms?
The panpipe.
What traditional dance is performed at cultural events in the Solomon Islands?
The sing-sing.
Nature and Wildlife:
What kind of unique bird is endemic to the Solomon Islands, known for its bright blue neck and wattles?
The common moluccan king-parrot.
What large reptile species can be found in the coastal waters of the Solomon Islands?
The saltwater crocodile.
What type of marine animal features on the Solomon Islands' 50 dollar note?
The giant clam.
What endangered sea turtle species nests on the beaches of the Solomon Islands?
The hawksbill turtle.
What colorful frog species is popularly kept as a pet in the Solomon Islands?
The Solomon Islands rainbow tree frog.
Economy and Facts:
What is the main agricultural export of the Solomon Islands?
Copra (dried coconut meat).
What is the capital city of the Solomon Islands?
Honiara, located on Guadalcanal.
What is the official national flower of the Solomon Islands?
The red ginger lily.
What is the nickname for the Solomon Islands national football team?
The "Bonitos."
What year did the Solomon Islands gain independence from the United Kingdom?
1978.
Bonus Questions:
What traditional sport is played in the Solomon Islands using coconut shells and sticks?
Tekwan.
What unique custom do some tribes in the Solomon Islands practice involving teeth decoration?
Blackening or filing of teeth.
What type of shell money was historically used in the Solomon Islands for trade?
Nassa shells.
What local legend tells the story of a giant spider who created the islands?
The story of Araña and the spider web islands.
What famous writer and adventurer lived in the Solomon Islands for several years and wrote about his experiences?
Jack London.
What unique type of traditional house construction can be found in some parts of the Solomon Islands?
The treehouse village.
What type of food wrapper made from banana leaves is commonly used in the Solomon Islands?
The lavalava.
What traditional fermented drink is often served at celebrations in the Solomon Islands?
Kwaso.
What unique type of canoe, decorated with animal carvings, is used for traditional fishing and travel in the Solomon Islands?
The tomoko.
What endangered bird species, once thought extinct, was rediscovered in the Solomon Islands in 2022?
The Guadalcanal honeyeater.