You’ve made your hotel reservations. You have your airline tickets. You’ve identified your mass-transit options. But…what do you really know about that place you’re going to? Do you know its capital? Its history? How about its area? Facts are the best things to pack for your trip, so use these quizzes to pick the best ones.

　　World Capitals Quiz

　　BrasíliaBrasília, Brazil.(more)Jeremy Woodhouse—Digital Vision/Getty ImagesBe bold. Start big. You’re going to a place that has a capital city, so you’ll find it somewhere in this quiz’s 195 questions.

　　All About Oceans and Seas Quiz

　　reef formationsAerial view of reef formations, South Pacific.Oceans and seas cover more than 70 percent of Earth’s surface. That means there’s a good chance you’ll come across at least one of them on your trip. So why not learn more about them?

　　National Parks and Landmarks Quiz

　　Banff National Park: Moraine LakeMoraine Lake, Banff National Park, Alberta, Can.There’s no trip that isn’t improved by a stop at a national park or landmark. Find out if one of the ones you plan to visit is in this quiz.

　　All About Mountains Quiz

　　KilimanjaroMount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania.Here’s a definition of a mountain for you: it’s higher than the terrain around it. Which means you’ll see plenty on your trip, right? Not useful? Get more serious with this quiz, then.

　　All-American History Quiz

　　Mount Rushmore National MemorialMount Rushmore National Memorial, South Dakota.(more)Glen Allison/Getty ImagesThis one’s pretty specific: it’s for you only if you’ll be traveling to or in the United States. But if you are, it’s a comprehensive trip through American history. Find out if you’ll be visiting some of the places mentioned.

　　Which Country Is Larger By Area? Quiz

　　ChinaEncyclopædia Britannica, Inc.Do you usually decide where to travel based on your destination’s total area? Well…even if you don’t, this quiz will help you find out how big 15 countries are relative to 15 others.

　　Match the Country with Its Hemisphere Quiz

　　EquatorWorld map with the Equator marked by a red line.(more)CburnettIt’s always important to know what hemisphere you’re in when you’re traveling. This quiz will ensure you do. (For 25 countries, at least.)