Minsk
Where is Minsk located?
Minsk is located in the middle of Belarus.
Who is the Rockefeller Center named after?
The first American billionaire
You can listen to organ music in my ancient Saint Sophia Cathedral. What city am I?
Polotsk
Where did the Amish come from originally, and in which century did they arrive in America?
They came from Germany in the 18th century.
When was Minsk first mentioned?
Minsk was first mentioned in 1067.
What country was the statue of Liberty a gift of?
France
My fortress played a big role in World War II and is now a museum. What city am I?
Brest
What simple leisure activities do the Amish enjoy? (Name three)
Hunting, fishing, camping, bird-watching,
board games, reading, sewing
What happened to Minsk during
World War II?
Minsk was occupied by German soldiers and a large part of the city was destroyed.
How many works of art are in the Metropolitan Museum's collection?
Over 2 million works
Every summer, I host the famous music festival "Slavyanski Bazar". Which city am I?
Vitebsk
Name three modern conveniences that the Amish do not use.
Electricity, gas, cars, modern technology
What are the oldest buildings you can find in modern Minsk, and when were they built?
The oldest buildings are churches that were built in the 17th century.
On which floor is the observation deck in the Empire State Building located?
102nd
I am on the banks of the River Sozh and thousands of tourists visit my park. What city am I?
Gomel
In which three American states do most Amish people live today?
They live in Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Ohio.
What two problems does Minsk suffer from because it is growing fast?
Minsk suffers from heavy traffic and the centre is extremely crowded.
What is Times Square famous for all over the world?
Flashing billboards and advertisements
My famous castle is now in ruins after the Swedes burnt it in 1710. Which city am I?
Novogrudok
Why might an Amish person turn away if someone tries to take their photograph?
Because it is against their religion to pose for photographs.