Cuisine
Sweet Pastry, Apple Strudel, Cheese Dessert, Sweet Bread, Pork Dish, and Apricot Dumplings are examples of what?
Some of the most popular Austrian dishes
Is Großglockner, at 3797 meters, the highest or lowest point in Austria?
It is the highest point in Austria
True or False:
Austria has freedom of religion
True
True or False:
Austria has freedom of speech
True
It is one of the oldest national flags in the world
The average Austrian consumes more or less rice than the average American?
The average Austrian eats LESS rice than the average American, only about 5 kg. each year
Austria is home to Europe's tallest what?
Europe's tallest waterfall
What religion was introduced to Austria when the country was a part of the Roman Empire?
Christianity
Austria has what kind of government?
A republican government
The name "Austria," originates from the German word "austro," which means what?
Austro means Eastern Kingdom
Austrian cuisine is most known for it's what?
Rich flavors and carb dense foods
What covers 62% of Austria's land area?
The Alps
Visiting what is a popular tradition in Austria?
The Easter Market
Before 1955, Eastern Austria was under what kind of rule?
Communist rule
What famous composer was born in Austria?
Wolfgang Mozart
Wiener Schnitzel is important in Austrian Cuisine because of what?
It is Austria's national dish
The world's largest ___ cave is located in Austria
Ice cave
What are the 2 most popular music genres in Austria?
Rock and Pop
What did Austria do on April 27, 1848?
They abolished slavery
About 25% of the Austrian population lives in what city?
Vienna (the capital of Austria)
When is Suckling Pig the traditional dinner in Austria?
New Year's Day
How many countries does Austria border?
What is a popular Austrian instrument?
The Zither (a plucked or struck stringed instrument with a shallow sound box)
What are the 2 main kinds of Austrian leaders?
President and Chancellor
Who was a famous Austrian artist?
Gustav Klint