KIDS QUIZ
COUNTRIES AND CAPITALS
Question
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What is the capital of the Netherlands?
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Amsterdam
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Luxembourg
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Brussels
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Bern
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The Netherlands is another country that effectively has two capital cities. According to the constitution, Amsterdam is the capital city, but the parliament and the Dutch government have been in The Hague for hundreds of years, giving that location the functions of capital city.
Detailed explanation-2: -Historical background. Although the proper legal status of Amsterdam as capital of the Netherlands is of recent date, the city has been recognized as the capital since 1814.
Detailed explanation-3: -Amsterdam is the nominal capital of the Netherlands but not the seat of government, which is The Hague.
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