European History
Which city is home to the Eiffel Tower?
Paris
Name one European country where you can find Operation Smile student volunteers/clubs.
Norway, Spain, Czechia, France, Monaco, Germany, Italy
What is Operation Smile's main mission?
To increase access to safe, quality surgical and comprehensive care for people with cleft conditions and other conditions requiring care.
Name one country outside your own that has been represented at an Operation Smile International Student Leadership Conference.
Any correct country represented at the conference.
Why is cleft care about more than just surgery? Name at least 3 additional areas of care.
Nutrition, speech therapy, dental/orthodontic care, psychosocial support
Which ancient civilization built the Parthenon?
Ancient Greece
Which European country is home to Operation Smile’s European headquarters/operations for student programs?
Italy
In how many countries has Operation Smile worked since its founding?
More than 60
What do the four letters “ISLC” stand for?
International Student Leadership Conference
What is the difference between a cleft lip and a cleft palate?
A cleft lip is an opening/notch in the upper lip; a cleft palate is an opening in the roof of the mouth
Which famous European explorer reached the Americas in 1492?
Christopher Columbus (Cristóbal Colón).
Which European country was the first to take part in a service project?
Germany
In what country did Bill and Kathy Magee travel in 1981 that inspired the creation of Operation Smile?
The Philippines
What is the name of Operation Smile’s conference specifically bringing together Spanish-speaking student volunteers?
LatinoAmerica en Acción (LEA)
At approximately what age is cleft lip surgery typically performed?
Around 3 -6 months of age, depending on the baby’s health, weight, and the surgical team’s protocol.
Which European city is known as the "City of seven hills" and was the center of the Roman Empire?
Rome
Which European country was selected as top 10 for the International Organization of Youth?
Monaco
Who founded Operation Smile together?
Dr. Bill Magee and Kathy Magee
Where was ISLC 2024 held?
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
What is the name of the surgery used to repair a cleft lip?
Cheiloplasty (cleft lip repair).
Which European country was the birthplace of the Renaissance, and which city is traditionally considered its epicenter?
Italy, Florence
Which European country was the first to establish an official Operation Smile University club?
Czechia & Spain
What year was Operation Smile officially founded?
1982
In 2026, Bangkok hosted which numbered edition of ISLC?
The 34th edition
What is the most common reason a child with a cleft may have difficulty feeding?
Difficulty creating an effective seal/suction because of the opening between the mouth and nose