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What is the United States of America (USA)?

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The USA is a large country located in North America, between Canada in the north and Mexico in the south. It has 50 states and is one of the most powerful and well-known countries in the world.

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What is the main language spoken in the USA?

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English is the main language spoken in the USA, brought by British settlers in the 1600s.

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What are some important traditions in American culture?

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Important traditions include celebrating Thanksgiving in November and the Fourth of July, which celebrates independence from Britain.

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Name three famous landmarks in the USA.

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The Statue of Liberty in New York City, the Grand Canyon in Arizona, and the White House in Washington, D.C.

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What is the climate like in the USA?

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The USA has many different climates; northern winters can be cold and snowy, while southern regions can be warm or hot year-round.

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What is a fun fact about the USA?

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The USA is the third largest country in the world by both land area and population.

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What is the United Kingdom (UK)?

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The UK is a country in northwestern Europe made up of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Its capital city is London.

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What is the main language spoken in the UK?

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English is the main language spoken in the UK, which began in England many centuries ago.

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What are some unique traditions in the UK?

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Drinking afternoon tea and celebrating Bonfire Night on November 5th are well-known customs.

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Name three famous landmarks in the UK.

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Big Ben in London, Stonehenge, and Edinburgh Castle in Scotland.

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What is the climate like in the UK?

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The UK has a mild and often rainy climate, with cold winters and warm summers.

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What is a fun fact about the UK?

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The UK is home to the world’s oldest underground train system — the London Underground, which opened in 1863.

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What is Canada?

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Canada is the second-largest country in the world, located in North America, just above the United States. Its capital city is Ottawa.

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What are the official languages of Canada?

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Canada has two official languages: English and French.

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What is an important tradition in Canada?

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Canada Day is celebrated on July 1st with fireworks, music, and festivals.

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Name three famous landmarks in Canada.

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Niagara Falls, the CN Tower in Toronto, and Banff National Park.

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What is the climate like in Canada?

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Canada’s climate varies; the north can be very cold, while the south has warm summers and cold, snowy winters.

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What is a fun fact about Canada?

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Canada has more lakes than any other country in the world — almost 2 million!

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What is Australia?

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Australia is both a country and a continent located in the Southern Hemisphere, between the Pacific and Indian Oceans.

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What is the main language spoken in Australia?

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English is the main language spoken in Australia, brought by British settlers in the late 1700s.

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What is an important tradition in Australia?

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Australia Day is celebrated on January 26th with music, barbecues, and fireworks.

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Name three famous landmarks in Australia.

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The Sydney Opera House, Uluru (Ayers Rock), and the Great Barrier Reef.

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What is the climate like in Australia?

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Australia has different climates; the north is tropical, the center is dry and hot, and the south has mild winters and warm summers.

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What is a fun fact about Australia?

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Australia is home to animals found nowhere else in the world, like kangaroos and koalas.

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What is New Zealand?
New Zealand is an island country located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, made up of two main islands.
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What is the main language spoken in New Zealand?
English is the main language, along with Māori, the language of the Indigenous Māori people.
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What is an important tradition in New Zealand?
The haka is a powerful Māori dance performed at special events and before rugby matches.
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Name three famous landmarks in New Zealand.
Milford Sound, Rotorua, and Mount Cook (Aoraki).
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What is the climate like in New Zealand?
New Zealand has a mild and temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters.
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What is a fun fact about New Zealand?
New Zealand was the first country in the world to give women the right to vote, in 1893!
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What is Ireland?
Ireland is a country located in northwestern Europe, known as the Republic of Ireland, with its capital city in Dublin.
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What are the official languages of Ireland?
The two official languages are English and Irish (Gaelic).
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What is a famous celebration in Ireland?
St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated on March 17th with music, parades, and wearing green.
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Name three famous landmarks in Ireland.
The Cliffs of Moher, Blarney Castle, and the Giant’s Causeway.
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What is the climate like in Ireland?
Ireland has a mild and often rainy climate, with cool winters and mild summers.
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What is a fun fact about Ireland?
Ireland is home to over 30,000 castles and castle ruins across the country!
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What is South Africa?
South Africa is a country located at the southern tip of the African continent, surrounded by the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.
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What are the official languages of South Africa?
South Africa has 11 official languages, including English.
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What is an important tradition in South Africa?
Braai is a South African barbecue where people gather to grill meat and spend time together.
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Name three famous landmarks in South Africa.
Table Mountain, Kruger National Park, and Robben Island.
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What is the climate like in South Africa?
South Africa has a variety of climates; the western part is dry, while the eastern side is more tropical.
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What is a fun fact about South Africa?
South Africa is the only country in the world with three capital cities!
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What is India?
India is a large country in South Asia, the seventh-largest in the world and the second most populated.
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What are the main languages spoken in India?
India has 22 official languages, with Hindi and English being the two main ones.
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What is an important festival in India?
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of the most important festivals in India.
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Name a famous landmark in India.
The Taj Mahal, a white marble palace built in memory of a queen.
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What is Diwali?
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is an important festival in Indian culture where people light lamps, enjoy sweets, and celebrate with fireworks.
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What is Holi?
Holi, the Festival of Colors, is a famous celebration in India where people throw colored powder and dance in the streets.
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What are important aspects of Indian culture?
Family, food, and respect for elders are important parts of Indian culture.
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What is the Taj Mahal?
The Taj Mahal is a white marble palace in India built in memory of a queen and is one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
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What is the Golden Temple?
The Golden Temple in Amritsar is a holy site for Sikhs known for its shining golden walls.
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What is the Gateway of India?
The Gateway of India in Mumbai is a large stone arch built during British rule.
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What are the climate variations in India?
India has high mountains with cold winters in the north and hot tropical weather in the south, with hot summers, a rainy monsoon season, and mild winters.
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When is the best time to visit India?
The best time to visit India is usually between October and March when the weather is cooler.
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What are some fun facts about India?
India is the birthplace of yoga and chess, and Bollywood makes more movies each year than Hollywood.
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Where is Jamaica located?
Jamaica is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea, south of Cuba and west of Haiti.
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What is the capital of Jamaica?
The capital city of Jamaica is Kingston.
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What is the official language of Jamaica?
The official language of Jamaica is English, due to its history as a British colony.
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What is Patois?
Patois is a local language in Jamaica that mixes English with African and Caribbean words.
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What is reggae?
Reggae is a style of music that originated in Jamaica and was made famous by Bob Marley.
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What is Independence Day in Jamaica?
Independence Day is celebrated on August 6th with parades, dancing, and food.
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What are popular Jamaican dishes?
Popular Jamaican dishes include jerk chicken, rice and peas, and plantains.
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What is Dunn's River Falls?
Dunn's River Falls is a famous waterfall in Jamaica where visitors can climb the rocks and swim.
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What are the Blue Mountains known for?
The Blue Mountains in Jamaica are known for hiking and coffee farming, producing some of the best coffee in the world.
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What is the Bob Marley Museum?
The Bob Marley Museum in Kingston is a place where visitors can learn about the life of the reggae legend.
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What is the climate like in Jamaica?
Jamaica has a tropical climate with a wet season from May to November and a dry season from December to April.
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What are the typical temperatures in Jamaica?
Temperatures in Jamaica are usually between 25–30°C.
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What are some fun facts about Jamaica?
Jamaica was the first Caribbean country to gain independence from the United Kingdom in 1962 and is home to some of the fastest runners in the world, like Usain Bolt.
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Where is Singapore located?
Singapore is a small island country located in Southeast Asia, just below Malaysia.
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What is significant about Singapore's size?
Despite its small size, Singapore is one of the richest and most modern countries in the world.
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What are the official languages of Singapore?
The official languages of Singapore include English, Malay, Mandarin Chinese, and Tamil.
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What is the cultural diversity in Singapore?
Singapore has a rich and mixed culture with people from Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Western backgrounds living together peacefully.
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What are important celebrations in Singapore?
Important celebrations in Singapore include Chinese New Year, Hari Raya, Diwali, and Christmas.
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What are hawker centers?
Hawker centers are outdoor food courts in Singapore that offer dishes from all cultures.
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What is Marina Bay Sands?
Marina Bay Sands is a large hotel in Singapore with a rooftop pool shaped like a ship, offering amazing views of the city.
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What is Gardens by the Bay?
Gardens by the Bay is a futuristic park in Singapore with giant tree-like structures and beautiful gardens.
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What is Sentosa Island?
Sentosa Island is a fun destination in Singapore with beaches, theme parks, and an aquarium.
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What is the climate like in Singapore?
Singapore has a tropical climate, which is hot and humid all year round with frequent rain.
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What is a fun fact about cleanliness in Singapore?
Singapore is known for being very clean, and chewing gum is not allowed unless you have a doctor's note.
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What is a fun fact about technology in Singapore?
Singapore is called a 'smart city' because it uses a lot of technology in everyday life.

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