Which Belgian city is known as the Flemish capital of diamonds?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Antwerp
Answer: Antwerp, which has long been a centre of the diamond trade. Why not the others: None of these fit: Bruges, which has long been a centre of the lace trade; Ghent, which has long been a centre of the textile trade; Leuven, which has long been a centre of the brewing trade.
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