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Subject: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: princessofpop on 04/29/03 at 06:12 a.m.

I got this in my email this morning so I thought I would share...

http://quizilla.com/users/Cycophant/quizzes/Which%20Country%20of%20the%20World%20are%20You?/



And here are my results:

South Africa - A very cultural nation with many modern-day strifes. Infested with crime, disease, and political strife, it faces a constant uphill struggle.

Positives:
Aiming for Change.
Global Support.
Very Unique Culture.

Negatives:
Crime and Political Strife Rampant.
Under Constant Scrutiny.
Very Hot.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: FussBudgetVanPelt on 04/29/03 at 06:35 a.m.

>:( France - An ancient nation with a very busy and interesting history. Prone to violence, but only when times are desperate, it is now powerful without being particularily militaristic.

Positives:
Historical and Proud.
Powerful without Needing Force.
Technologically Advanced.

Negatives:
Viewed as Pompous and Cowardly.
Stubborn.
Resemblance to Frogs.

Oh yeah - this is good (not) !  Even before the recent goings on regarding Iraq, it's not too good to live in the Pacific Region and be aligned with France.

They have a nasty habit of blowing things up :

Atolls, Greenpeace Boats, New Zealanders.... :(

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: MissInformation on 04/29/03 at 06:52 a.m.

Switzerland - A neutral power for as long as most can remember, it has avoided war for several centuries. However, it is still considered highly advanced and a global power.

Positives:
Judicial.
Neutrality.
World-Renouned.
Powerful without Force.
Makes Excellent Watches, Etc.

Negatives:
Target of Ridicule.
Constant Struggle to Avoid Conflict.
Target of Criminal Bank Accounts

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Kenlos on 04/29/03 at 07:13 a.m.

Japan - Viewed as the technological powerhouse of the 21st Century, it has lived a reletively solemn and singular history.

Positives:
Technologically Advanced.
Economic Superpower.
Healthy Populace.

Negatives:
Small.
Isolated and Sometimes Ignored.
Unlucky with Disasters.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: karen (Guest) on 04/29/03 at 07:15 a.m.

Switzerland - A neutral power for as long as most can remember, it has avoided war for several centuries. However, it is still considered highly advanced and a global power.

Positives:
Judicial.
Neutrality.
World-Renouned.
Powerful without Force.
Makes Excellent Watches, Etc.

Negatives:
Target of Ridicule.
Constant Struggle to Avoid Conflict.
Target of Criminal Bank Accounts.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: 80s_cheerleader on 04/29/03 at 07:18 a.m.

Switzerland - A neutral power for as long as most can remember, it has avoided war for several centuries. However, it is still considered highly advanced and a global power.

Positives:
Judicial.
Neutrality.
World-Renouned.
Powerful without Force.
Makes Excellent Watches, Etc.

Negatives:
Target of Ridicule.
Constant Struggle to Avoid Conflict.
Target of Criminal Bank Accounts.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: resinchaser on 04/29/03 at 08:04 a.m.

Germany - Despite a controversial recent history, it has had a tough and powerful history. A modern-day technological and cultural beacon, it is still target to stereotypes and antiquited thoughts.

Positives:
Technologically Advanced.
Culturally Admired.
Global Power.

Negatives:
Target of Historical Fervor.
Constant Struggle.
Funny-Looking Ethnic Clothing

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Wicked Lester on 04/29/03 at 08:14 a.m.

http://live.quizilla.com/user_images/C/Cycophant/1034643680_Picturesus.gif


United States Of America - The most well-renouned country in modern day times. The militaristic superpower, the United States of America are also known as the bossiest nation.

Positives:
Known Worldwide.
A Beacon to Others.
Powerful.
Fast Food.

Negatives:
Bossy.
Despised by Most Others.
Elitest.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: FunkyFresh on 04/29/03 at 08:41 a.m.

Canada - Although originally a simple British colony, it has flourished into a Mid-Level power. Admired worldwide for its culture, acceptance and quality of living standards.

Positives:
Loved By All.
Mid-Level Power.
Renouned Despite Proximity to Superpower.
Damn Good Maple Syrup, Inuit.

Negatives:
Often Ignored.
Cold.
Monarch-Democractic Struggles.
Stereotyped.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Taoist on 04/29/03 at 09:08 a.m.

Australia - Founded as a gigantic prison colony, Australia has turned into a Mid-Level world power. Known for its wildlife and culture.

Positives:
Reformed.
Culturally Admired.
Mid-Level Power.
Renouned Flora and Fauna.

Negatives:
Founded by Criminals.
Island Nation (Isolated).
Talk Funny.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Tarzan Boy on 04/29/03 at 09:32 a.m.



Japan - Viewed as the technological powerhouse of the 21st Century, it has lived a reletively solemn and singular history.

Positives:
Technologically Advanced.
Economic Superpower.
Healthy Populace.

Negatives:
Small.
Isolated and Sometimes Ignored.
Unlucky with Disasters.

I totally see myself as Italy, but it is not a provided choice :P

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: TripsMom on 04/29/03 at 09:39 a.m.

Here are my results:

Australia - Founded as a gigantic prison colony, Australia has turned into a Mid-Level world power. Known for its wildlife and culture.

Positives:
Reformed.
Culturally Admired.
Mid-Level Power.
Renouned Flora and Fauna.

Negatives:
Founded by Criminals.
Island Nation (Isolated).
Talk Funny

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Rice Cube on 04/29/03 at 10:09 a.m.

http://live.quizilla.com/user_images/C/Cycophant/1034644905_resaustral.gif

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Shaz on 04/29/03 at 10:18 a.m.

USA!  :D ;D

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: XenaKat13 on 04/29/03 at 10:33 a.m.

United States Of America - The most well-renouned country in modern day times. The militaristic superpower, the United States of America are also known as the bossiest nation.

Positives:
Known Worldwide.
A Beacon to Others.
Powerful.
Fast Food.

Negatives:
Bossy.
Despised by Most Others.
Elitest.


I am not suprised!

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Jessica on 04/29/03 at 10:41 a.m.

http://live.quizilla.com/user_images/C/Cycophant/1034644329_turesjapan.gif

Woohoo Japan! ;D

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Bobo on 04/29/03 at 11:27 a.m.

http://live.quizilla.com/user_images/C/Cycophant/1034644329_turesjapan.gif

Japan - Viewed as the technological powerhouse of the 21st Century, it has lived a reletively solemn and singular history.

Positives:
Technologically Advanced.
Economic Superpower.
Healthy Populace.

Negatives:
Small.
Isolated and Sometimes Ignored.
Unlucky with Disasters.

Edited to add: No, wait, that's Palau. I see white for blue and red for yellow  >grin<

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: ThunderVamp9 on 04/29/03 at 12:31 a.m.

United States of America here as well!  God bless the USA!

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: irisheyes on 04/29/03 at 12:42 a.m.

USA ALL THE WAY!!!!!

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Davester on 04/29/03 at 12:55 a.m.

http://live.quizilla.com/user_images/C/Cycophant/1034645791_turesswiss.gif

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: oddxsocks on 04/29/03 at 02:23 p.m.

i'm japan.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: AstringOfPoloponies on 04/29/03 at 03:44 p.m.

I am MORTIFIED !

It said I was Iraq ~ ! :o :'( :-/ I don't like that quiz at all !

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: HolyDooley on 04/29/03 at 04:46 p.m.

Switzerland

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: dagwood on 04/29/03 at 05:40 p.m.

Australia - Founded as a gigantic prison colony, Australia has turned into a Mid-Level world power. Known for its wildlife and culture.

Positives:
Reformed.
Culturally Admired.
Mid-Level Power.
Renouned Flora and Fauna.

Negatives:
Founded by Criminals.
Island Nation (Isolated).
Talk Funny.


I guess I am in good company ;D

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Thunderbolt on 04/29/03 at 06:49 p.m.


Quoting:
I am MORTIFIED !

It said I was Iraq ~ ! :o :'( :-/ I don't like that quiz at all !
End Quote



I'd be too. I'm America and I'm not sure what to think.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Race_Bannon on 04/29/03 at 07:15 p.m.

Germany - Despite a controversial recent history, it has had a tough and powerful history. A modern-day technological and cultural beacon, it is still target to stereotypes and antiquited thoughts.

Positives:
Technologically Advanced.
Culturally Admired.
Global Power.

Negatives:
Target of Historical Fervor.
Constant Struggle.
Funny-Looking Ethnic Clothing.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Gecko on 04/29/03 at 11:55 p.m.


Quoting:
I am MORTIFIED !

It said I was Iraq ~ ! :o :'( :-/ I don't like that quiz at all !
End Quote



Don't feel too bad - I'm Iraq as well!!  It is scary though :o

I so wanted to be Australia :D

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: John Harvey on 04/30/03 at 05:44 a.m.

Japan - Viewed as the technological powerhouse of the 21st Century, it has lived a reletively solemn and singular history.

Positives:
Technologically Advanced.
Economic Superpower.
Healthy Populace.

Negatives:
Small.
Isolated and Sometimes Ignored.
Unlucky with Disasters.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: AstringOfPoloponies on 04/30/03 at 07:36 a.m.


Quoting:


Don't feel too bad - I'm Iraq as well!!  It is scary though :o

I so wanted to be Australia :D
End Quote



Thanks - now I don't feel so alone about it. I wanted to be America or England !

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: DJ Midas on 04/30/03 at 08:06 a.m.

Australia - Founded as a gigantic prison colony, Australia has turned into a Mid-Level world power. Known for its wildlife and culture.

Positives:
Reformed.
Culturally Admired.
Mid-Level Power.
Renouned Flora and Fauna.

Negatives:
Founded by Criminals.
Island Nation (Isolated).
Talk Funny.  (yeah, I get that a lot...)

G'day, mate!  ;D

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Delia on 04/30/03 at 11:36 a.m.


:o Pff, can't believ that!! But of course, that is no proper list, why aren't all countries represented?!! ;) Anyway, I think the 1st question was rubbish, I would never go to war, so it's out of the question,... ;D

"Switzerland - A neutral power for as long as most can remember, it has avoided war for several centuries. However, it is still considered highly advanced and a global power.

Positives:
Judicial.
Neutrality.
World-Renouned.
Powerful without Force.
Makes Excellent Watches, Etc.

Negatives:
Target of Ridicule.
Constant Struggle to Avoid Conflict.
Target of Criminal Bank Accounts."

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Davester on 04/30/03 at 12:01 a.m.


Quoting:


Thanks - now I don't feel so alone about it. I wanted to be America or England !
End Quote



  So, be an Iraq that many hope it will one day be.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Jonman on 04/30/03 at 12:26 a.m.

http://images.quizilla.com/C/Cycophant/1034646474_resgermany.gif

Despite a controversial recent history, it has had a tough and powerful history.  A modern-day technological and cultural beacon, it is still target to stereotypes and antiquited thoughts.

Positives:
Technologically Advanced.
Culturally Admired.
Global Power.

Negatives:
Target of Historical Fervor.
Constant Struggle.
Funny-Looking Ethnic Clothing.


Maybe it was the "sausage and sauerkraut" and "free kegs of beer" answers? ;)

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: BatRastard on 04/30/03 at 12:52 a.m.


United States Of America - The most well-renouned country in modern day times. The militaristic superpower, the United States of America are also known as the bossiest nation.

Positives:
Known Worldwide.
A Beacon to Others.
Powerful.
Fast Food.

Negatives:
Bossy.
Despised by Most Others.
Elitest

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: ShellyGal on 04/30/03 at 02:52 p.m.

Dude! :D
Japan - Viewed as the technological powerhouse of the 21st Century, it has lived a reletively solemn and singular history.

Positives:
Technologically Advanced.
Economic Superpower.
Healthy Populace.

Negatives:
Small.
Isolated and Sometimes Ignored.
Unlucky with Disasters.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Thunderbolt on 04/30/03 at 08:41 p.m.

Nobody's Tuvalu thus far? That was one of the options...

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: BrianMannixGirl on 05/03/03 at 04:43 a.m.

I dont know what I had to answer to be the Aussie I am - I think it was my love of big black boots that made me:

Japan - Viewed as the technological powerhouse of the 21st Century, it has lived a reletively solemn and singular history.

Positives:
Technologically Advanced.
Economic Superpower.
Healthy Populace.

Negatives:
Small.
Isolated and Sometimes Ignored.
Unlucky with Disasters.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: SheRa340 on 06/11/03 at 03:57 a.m.

I'm a Switzerland too. Just out of curiosity, what sign are you?

Quoting:
Switzerland - A neutral power for as long as most can remember, it has avoided war for several centuries. However, it is still considered highly advanced and a global power.

Positives:
Judicial.
Neutrality.
World-Renouned.
Powerful without Force.
Makes Excellent Watches, Etc.

Negatives:
Target of Ridicule.
Constant Struggle to Avoid Conflict.
Target of Criminal Bank Accounts.

End Quote

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Fred on 06/11/03 at 07:29 p.m.

I'm Germany.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: philbo_baggins on 06/12/03 at 11:18 a.m.

How odd... I seem to be the first:

Quoting:United Kingdom (Britain) - One of the longest-standing nations in history, it has survived several centuries and kept its traditions alive.

Positives:
A Long History Full of Tradition.
Well-Renouned.
Strong and Respected.

Negatives:
Viewed as Pompous and Aristocratic.
Bitterness of Others About Past Transgressions.
Bad Teeth.
End Quote


..."renouned"???

Phil

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Rock_Princess on 06/12/03 at 11:28 a.m.

Switzerland - A neutral power for as long as most can remember, it has avoided war for several centuries. However, it is still considered highly advanced and a global power.

Positives:
Judicial.
Neutrality.
World-Renouned.
Powerful without Force.
Makes Excellent Watches, Etc.

Negatives:
Target of Ridicule.
Constant Struggle to Avoid Conflict.
Target of Criminal Bank Accounts.


I'm a peacemaker!  ;D

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: kimmers on 06/12/03 at 11:51 a.m.

This is me:

Canada - Although originally a simple British colony, it has flourished into a Mid-Level power. Admired worldwide for its culture, acceptance and quality of living standards.

Positives:
Loved By All.
Mid-Level Power.
Renouned Despite Proximity to Superpower.
Damn Good Maple Syrup, Inuit.

Negatives:
Often Ignored.
Cold.
Monarch-Democractic Struggles.
Stereotyped.

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Junior on 06/12/03 at 12:07 a.m.

http://live.quizilla.com/user_images/C/Cycophant/1034645791_turesswiss.gif

Switzerland

Subject: Re: Which Country of the World Are You?

Written By: Bobo on 06/13/03 at 05:37 a.m.

http://live.quizilla.com/user_images/C/Cycophant/1034644329_turesjapan.gif

Again, it's Japan - I've been Japan once before and sworn it said Palau.