Asian Pacific Junior Science Olympiad (APJSO)

Description: The Asian Pacific Junior Science Olympiad (APJSO) is a prestigious annual science competition for junior high school students from countries in the Asia-Pacific region. The competition aims to promote scientific inquiry, creativity, and problem-solving skills among young students.
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Which country hosted the first APJSO in 1993?

  1. Japan

  2. China

  3. Singapore

  4. Australia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first APJSO was held in Tokyo, Japan, in 1993.

How many countries participated in the 2022 APJSO?

  1. 20

  2. 25

  3. 30

  4. 35


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

30 countries participated in the 2022 APJSO, which was held in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Which subject is not included in the APJSO competition?

  1. Biology

  2. Chemistry

  3. Physics

  4. Mathematics


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The APJSO competition consists of three subjects: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Mathematics is not included.

How many students represent each country in the APJSO?

  1. 2

  2. 3

  3. 4

  4. 5


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Each country is represented by a team of four students in the APJSO.

What is the maximum score that a student can achieve in each subject in the APJSO?

  1. 100

  2. 150

  3. 200

  4. 250


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The maximum score that a student can achieve in each subject in the APJSO is 100 points.

Which country has won the most APJSO gold medals since its inception?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. Singapore

  4. South Korea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

China has won the most APJSO gold medals since the competition's inception, with a total of 101 gold medals as of 2022.

What is the name of the award given to the top-scoring student in each subject in the APJSO?

  1. Gold Medal

  2. Silver Medal

  3. Bronze Medal

  4. Honorable Mention


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The top-scoring student in each subject in the APJSO is awarded a Gold Medal.

Which country hosted the 2023 APJSO?

  1. Vietnam

  2. Thailand

  3. Philippines

  4. Malaysia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 2023 APJSO was held in Hanoi, Vietnam.

How many rounds are there in the APJSO competition?

  1. 1

  2. 2

  3. 3

  4. 4


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The APJSO competition consists of two rounds: a written round and an experimental round.

What is the duration of the written round in the APJSO?

  1. 1 hour

  2. 1.5 hours

  3. 2 hours

  4. 2.5 hours


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The written round in the APJSO lasts for 2 hours.

How many questions are there in the experimental round of the APJSO?

  1. 10

  2. 15

  3. 20

  4. 25


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The experimental round of the APJSO consists of 20 questions.

What is the total duration of the APJSO competition?

  1. 2 days

  2. 3 days

  3. 4 days

  4. 5 days


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The APJSO competition takes place over a period of 3 days.

Which country won the overall championship in the 2022 APJSO?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. Singapore

  4. South Korea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

China won the overall championship in the 2022 APJSO, with a total of 101 medals (30 gold, 35 silver, and 36 bronze).

What is the name of the organization that organizes the APJSO?

  1. UNESCO

  2. APEC

  3. ASEAN

  4. OECD


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The APJSO is organized by the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC).

Which country hosted the 2024 APJSO?

  1. Australia

  2. New Zealand

  3. India

  4. Sri Lanka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 2024 APJSO will be held in Sydney, Australia.

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