The Geography Map Quiz is an interactive web-based learning game that helps users test and improve their knowledge of world geography. It displays maps (world map, continent maps, or country maps) and challenges users to identify countries, states, capitals, landmarks, or geographical features within a set time limit.

Key Features

1. Multiple Quiz Modes – Identify countries, capitals, states, rivers, mountains, or flags.

2. Interactive Map Clicks – Users click directly on the map to answer questions.

3. Timed Challenges – Optional countdown timer to make the game more competitive.

4. Scoring System – Points awarded for correct answers; streak bonuses for consecutive correct clicks.

5. Difficulty Levels – Beginner (continents), Intermediate (countries), Advanced (small regions/states).

6. Hints & Learning Mode – Highlight regions to help users learn before testing.

7. Responsive Design – Optimized for desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.

8. Leaderboard – Track top scores among friends or globally (requires backend).

Technology Stack

• Frontend: HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript (with Leaflet.js or Google Maps API for interactive maps)

• Backend: PHP / Java / Node.js (for storing scores, leaderboards, and user accounts)

• Database: MySQL / MongoDB (for quiz data, scores, and player stats)

Workflow

1. Map Loading – An interactive world or region map loads in the browser.

2. Question Display – The system asks a geography-related question (e.g., “Where is Kenya?”).

3. User Interaction – User clicks the correct location on the map.

4. Scoring & Feedback – Immediate feedback is shown (correct/incorrect) with score updates.

5. Progress Tracking – Scores and accuracy rates are saved for learning improvement.