WILLIAM TELL
What weapon did William Tell use?
Crossbow
In what year was the Federal Charter signed?
In 1291
Who was the Swiss businessman and social activist who founded the Red Cross?
Henry Dunant.
What is the most famous Swiss sweet?
The Chocolate
Name a famous Swiss watch brand
Rolex, Swatch, Tissot
What fruit did he shoot?
An apple
What happened in 1815?
The Congress of Vienna declared Switzerland permanently neutral
What does the red cross represent?
The red cross represents neutrality, humanity, and protection.
Swiss Franc (CHF)
Even though they are neutral, what famous "Guard" is still sent from Switzerland to protect the Pope in the Vatican?
The Swiss Guard
Where was he from?
The canton of Uri
Which was the enemy Empire for the 3 first cantons?
The Austrians. (Habsburg)
What is the definition of Buffer Zone?
A peace area between two or more big countries.
What is its capital?
Bern
The most sold item that contains a huge variety of tools (knife, scissors..)?
A Swiss Army Knife
Who did William kill and how?
He shot Gessler through the heart with his crossbow.
Which are the 3 original cantons that signed the first pact?
Uri, Schwyz, and Unterwalden
What is Armed Neutrality?
Being prepared militarily to defend themselves.
How many languages do they speak? Which ones?
Four: German, French, Italian, Romansch
True/ False:
Does Switzerland have a king?
False. Switzerland is governed by the Federal Council
Why did William hide a second arrow in his jacket?
To kill Gessler in case the first arrow hit his son.
What is the name of the secret field where the leaders of the 3 cantons met to "talk about" friendship and protection?
The Rütli Meadow
Whose defeat happened before the International agreement?
Napoleon Bonaparte, his defeat was the 'Turning Point' because it led to the Congress of Vienna in 1815
What is the most famous traditional Swiss hot dish?
Fondue (Raclette cheese)
Which famous scientist was living in Switzerland when he developed the Theory of Relativity?
Albert Einstein