Region
Food
The Arts
Culture
100
Which Hemisphere is Central Eastern Europe in
Northern (and Eastern Hemispheres)
100
Where did a majority of their foods come from
Other western European Countries
100
What genre of music originated in Eastern Europe and is known for its lively melodies and danceable rhythms. Hint: it starts with a "P"
Polka
(Originated in Poland and Czech)
100
What sport is played throughout Eastern Central Europe and the world, involves kicking a ball into a goal.
Football (Soccer)
200
Name at least two countries in Central Europe
Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Hungary.
200
What are some ingredients that are common in this region?
Eggs, grains, vegetables, fish, birds and poultry, red meats.
200
Name the dance that is a lively and flirtatious folk dance that originated in Southern Italy.
Tarantella
200
What is one holiday commonly celebrated in Eastern Europe? Hint: it is in the spring
Easter
300
Name at least two countries in Eastern Europe
Belarus, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Moldova, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Ukraine and the western part of the Russian Federation
300
Name the traditional Hungarian dish is a type of pancake that can be sweet or savory.
Palacsinta
300
Name the Polish composer who was a leading figure in the development of Romantic music and is known for his piano works such as Nocturnes, Waltzes, and Polonaises.
Frédéric (François) Chopin
300
Which country did International womens day originate from?
Denmark
400
What is the time zone of the region of these countries
EET/Eastern European Time
UTC +2 hours
400
Name the Polish dish consists of boiled or fried dumplings filled with meat, sauerkraut, or cheese and potatoes.
Hint: They tend to come in a Semi-Circle Shape
Pierogies
400
Name this Ukrainian singer. He performs live from a bomb shelter and is known for his iconic soundtrack to 2022.
Heinali
400
What is the most common religion in this region
Orthodoxy (A branch of Christianity) by 57%
500
Which country has a different timezone that the majority of Europe?
Belarus, Kaliningrad Oblast, or the Russian Federation
500
A Hungarian dish consists of a hearty stew made with beef, onions, and paprika.
Goulash
500
Which Romanian sculptor is considered a pioneer of modernism and one of the most influential sculptors of the 20th century.
Constantin Brâncuși
500
What is the Romanian festival, celebrated on the last Tuesday before the start of Lent, involves elaborate costumes and masks to ward off evil spirits.
Dragobete