What is the capital of Vietnam?

• A. Hanoi
• B. Ho Chi Minh City
• C. Da Nang
• D. Hue

Answer: (A)

Capital cities are the political center where the national government sits and national institutions are located. In Vietnam, that role is filled by Hanoi, in the northern part of the country, which houses the central government, legislature, and president. Ho Chi Minh City is the largest city and the main economic hub in the south, Da Nang is a major central city and port, and Hue was the historic imperial capital. Because the question asks for the political center, Hanoi is the correct choice.