Geography
What is the capital of Italy?
Rome
What is the main religion in Italy?
Roman Catholic
Which Italian landmark leans to one side?
Tower of Pisa
These 2 siblings were and still are an important part of the international fashion industry.
Gianni and Donatella Versace
A typical sport in Italy that must be played in a swimming pool.
Water Polo
What is the most populated city in Italy?
Milan
Name 4 Italian foods.
Pasta, pizza, risotto, gelato, panini, polenta, calzone, bruschetta, tiramisu, stromboli, caprese salad
What is the most famous tourist attraction in Rome?
The Coliseum
What’s the name of the current Pope?
Pope Francis
How many times has Italy won the World Cup?
4
This Italian city is famous for its cheese.
Parma
Who painted “The Last Supper”?
Leonardo da Vinci
What’s the name of the church in the Vatican?
Saint Peters
In which classic movie did Al Pacino star?
The Godfather
Which Italian car brand sponsors a Formula 1 team?
Ferrari
How many regions are there in Italy?
20
Where was Christopher Columbus born?
Genoa
Who painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?
Michelangelo
Who is one of the most famous Opera/Pop singers in Italian history?
Andrea Bocelli
Name 2 famous Italian football players.
Buffon, Pirlo, Totti, Maldini, Baggio, Rossi
Name 2 countries that border Italy.
Slovenia, Austria, Switzerland, France
What 3 virtues are represented on the Italian Flag?
Hope, faith, clarity
Now visited by tourists, what was the name of the town destroyed by Mount Vesuvius in 79AD?
Pompei
What’s the name of the current Prime Minister of Italy?
Giuseppe Conte
This is an Italian word for ‘ball’ and is a traditional street game played in villages of Italy.
Palla