Kings, Queens, & History
Art & Artists
Famous Landmarks
French Food & Drinks
French Words
100
The French Revolution began in 1789 with the storming of which famous prison?
- The Bastille
- The Versaille
- The Louvre
100
Which city is home to the Louvre Museum?
- Paris
- London
- Rome
- Paris
100
Which famous Paris landmark is known as the "Iron Lady"?
- The Louvre
- The Arc de Triomphe
- The Eiffel Tower
- The Eiffel Tower
It was affectionately given the nickname due to its soaring, wrought-iron lattice framework, which was built as the centerpiece of the 1889 World's Fair.
100
Which flaky, buttery pastry is a famous French breakfast favorite?
- Bagel
- Croissant
- Biscuit
- Croissant
100
What is the French word for “yes”?
- Ami
- Merci
- Oui
- Oui
200
Which palace served as the home of many French kings before the Revolution?
- Buckingham Palace
- Windsor Castle
- Palace of Versailles
- Palace of Versailles
King Louis XIV moved the royal court and seat of power there in 1682, and it remained the primary royal residence until the royal family was forced back to Paris in 1789.
200
What famous painting is displayed in the Louvre Museum?
- Mona Lisa
- American Gothic
- Starry Night
- Mona Lisa
200
Which famous monument honors the soldiers who fought for France?
- The Arc de Triomphe
- The Cenotaph
- The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
- The Arc de Triomphe
200
What is the French word for a very thin pancake?
- Blinis
- Crepes
- Dosas
- Crepes
200
The French word “chat” means what?
- Talk
- Cat
- Dog
- Cat
300
Which queen of France is famous for the phrase often (incorrectly) attributed to her, "Let them eat cake"?
- Joan of Arc
- Marie Antoinette
- Catherine the Great
- Marie Antoinette
The famous queen of France never actually said, "Let them eat cake". Historians agree that this phrase is a myth, often used as propaganda during the French Revolution to make the Queen appear out of touch with her starving subjects.
300
Which art movement gets its name from a painting by Claude Monet?
- Cubism
- Romanticism
- Impressionism
- Impressionism
The term was originally coined in a mocking review by critic Louis Leroy in 1874. He used the word "impression" to suggest that the artists' works were merely unfinished sketches rather than proper, finished paintings. Monet and his contemporaries embraced the insult and adopted it as the title of their revolutionary movement.
300
Which famous Paris cathedral reopened after a major restoration following the 2019 fire?
- Sainte-Chapelle
- Notre Dame Cathedral
- Saint Peters
- Notre Dame Cathedral
It officially reopened to the public on December 8, 2024, after a five-year restoration following the devastating April 2019 fire.
The monumental reconstruction effort utilized nearly €840 million in international donations and brought together thousands of artisans to rebuild the iconic cathedral's roof and collapsed spire. While the building has welcomed back worshippers and visitors, subsequent restoration projects on its exterior and surrounding grounds are slated to continue.
300
Which French dessert has a hard caramelized sugar topping over creamy custard?
- Crème brûlée
- Eclairs
- Macaroons
- Crème brûlée
which literally translates to "burnt cream" in French. It consists of a rich, vanilla-flavored custard base topped with a signature layer of hardened caramelized sugar.
300
If someone says “merci beaucoup,” what are they saying?
- I like you very much
- Have a nice day
- Thank you very much
- Thank you very much
400
Joan of Arc became a French heroine during which war?
- The Napoleonic Wars
- The Hundred Years' War
- The Seven Years' War
- The Hundred Years' War
As a teenage peasant girl, she claimed to receive divine visions instructing her to support Charles the 7th and expel the English. She famously led the French army to a pivotal victory at Orléans in 1429, which ultimately paved the way for Charles's coronation and cemented her legacy as the national heroine of France.
400
Who sculpted the Venus de Milo that is located in the Louvre?
- Michelangelo
- Alexandros of Antioch
- Jean-Antoine
- Alexandros of Antioch
400
Which landmark is famous for having more than 350 mirrors in one of its grand rooms?
- The Louvre Museum
- The Palace of Versailles
- The Musee d'Orsay
400
Which French region is especially famous for producing Champagne?
- Provence
- Brittany
- Champagne
- Champagne
Under international law, legit champagne only comes from the Champagne region of northeastern France. Protected by strict European Union regulations, true Champagne must be grown, fermented, and bottled within this specific geographical area using only designated grape varieties and the traditional method of secondary fermentation in the bottle.
400
What does the French phrase “je t’aime” mean?
- I hate you
- I love you
- I miss you
- I love you
500
Which French king was known as the "Sun King"?
- Henry the 4th
- Charles the 10th
- Louis the 14th
- Louis the 14th
Louis XIV called himself the "Sun King" because he believed he was at the center of the French universe, much like how the planets revolve around the sun. He utilized the sun—and the Greek sun god Apollo—as a personal emblem to symbolize his divine right to rule, absolute power, and the life-giving warmth he brought to France.
500
Which French artist is best known for painting horses, dancers, and life in Paris?
- Henri Matisse
- Edgar Degas
- Georges Seurat
- Edgar Degas
500
Which Paris landmark is known for housing the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte?
- The Pantheon
- The Louvre
- Les Invalides
- Les Invalides
Napoleon’s tomb is located at Les Invalides because King Louis-Philippe chose the site to honor France's military history. As a former hospital and retirement home for war veterans, the monument naturally evolved into a military pantheon, making it the most fitting final resting place for the Emperor.
500
Which French delicacy is made from duck or goose liver?
- Foie Gras
- Quiche
- Escargot
- Foie Gras
The name literally means "fat liver" in French. It is protected delicacy in France. Known for its rich, buttery texture, it is produced using regulated feeding methods and is a staple in French cuisine, particularly during holidays and celebrations.
500
What does the French word “au revoir” mean?
- How are you?
- Goodbye/See you later
- Good morning
- Goodbye/See you later
