Connect Venezuela, Guyana, and Suriname along the northern edge of the continent.
South America capitals quiz
South America capitals quiz: countries, flags, and maps.
Practice South American countries and capitals with GeoCapitals for iPhone and iPad. Recall a capital from its country, reverse the question, then use flags and map positions to connect each answer to the region.
Quick practice
Try a five-question South America capitals quiz.
Test a representative set, then use the study groups below to cover the whole continent.
Study the continent in map-shaped groups.
Regional anchors reduce confusion and make later full-world rounds easier.
Move down the western side of the continent and use the Andes as a map anchor.
Compare Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay using river systems and neighboring borders.
Remember that Brasília—not Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo—is the capital of Brazil.
Direct answers
South America capital facts learners often mix up.
Brazil — Brasília
Brasília became Brazil’s capital in 1960. Rio de Janeiro was the previous national capital.
Bolivia — Sucre and La Paz
Sucre is Bolivia’s constitutional capital; La Paz is the seat of government. Quiz wording should preserve that distinction.
Ecuador — Quito
Quito is Ecuador’s capital. Guayaquil is the country’s largest city, which makes the pair easy to confuse.
South America capitals quiz FAQ
How many sovereign countries are in South America?
South America has 12 sovereign countries. This regional quiz focuses on those countries and their capitals.
What is the best way to learn South American capitals?
Group countries by map position, switch between country-to-capital and reverse prompts, then add flags and mixed review.
Is Rio de Janeiro the capital of Brazil?
No. Brasília has been the capital of Brazil since 1960. Rio de Janeiro was the national capital before Brasília.
Continue with maps, flags, and review.
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