History of Oktoberfest
In which city did Oktoberfest begin?
A) Munich
B) Berlin
A) Munich
What does “Prost” mean at Oktoberfest?
A) Cheers!
B) Hello!
A) Cheers!
What drink is served in large mugs at Oktoberfest?
A) Beer
B) Wine
A) Beer
What team sport is very popular in Germany during Oktoberfest?
A) Soccer
B) Basketball
A) Soccer
Why was the first Oktoberfest organized?
A) For a royal wedding
B) For a sports victory
A) For a royal wedding.
What do people often shout before drinking?
A) Prost!
B) Bonjour!
A) Prost!
What is the name of the large salty bread shaped like a knot?
A) Pretzel
B) Croissant
A) Pretzel
What do people often hold during contests at Oktoberfest?
A) Beer mugs
B) Balloons
A) Beer mugs
In what year did the first Oktoberfest take place?
A) 1810
B) 1910
A) 1810
What do men often wear on their hats at Oktoberfest?
A) A feather
B) A red ribbon
A) A feather
What condiment is often used with sausages?
A) Mustard
B) Ketchup
A) Mustard
What kind of competition may include lifting beer mugs?
A) Strength contest
B) Singing contest
A) Strength contest
What was the main event of the first Oktoberfest?
A) A horse race
B) A concert
A) A horse race
What musical instrument is often used in Oktoberfest songs?
A) Accordion
B) Guitar
A) Accordion
What apple dessert is popular during Oktoberfest?
A) Apple strudel
B) Strawberry tart
A) Apple strudel
About how many kilometers do some Oktoberfest parades cover?
A) 3 to 5 kilometers
B) 10 to 15 kilometers
A) 3 to 5 kilometers
Was beer part of the first Oktoberfest?
A) No, beer came later
B) Yes, from the start
A) No, beer came later
What colors are associated with Oktoberfest?
A) Blue and white
B) Red and yellow
A) Blue and white
What fried potato dish is often served with applesauce?
A) Potato pancakes
B) French fries
A) Potato pancakes
What sport was part of the first Oktoberfest in 1810?
A) A horse race
B) A soccer match
A) A horse race