Country's of Europe
What are two main western country's in Europe?
France and Germany
Instead of cars what do they use?
bikes and trains
London lies to the west of Paris
False
In a traditional French formal sit down dinner were should you keep your hands when you are not cutting your food with a knife or fork?
A. Hidden out of site
B. Resting on the edge of the table
C. Crossed firmly over your chest
D. Tucked behind your back
B. Resting on the edge of the table
Why did French Citizens strongly resist eating potato's in the 17th and 18th centuries?
People feared they belonged to the poisonous nightshade family.
What are 9 countries officially classified as "Western Europe?"
France, Germany, Belgium, Austria, Monaco, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Switzerland.
Which French pastry's name literally translates to "thousand-leaves"?
Mille-feuille
Brussels is the capital city of Belgium
True
In Italy what type of coffee after 11:00 AM after dinner is considered a major culinary faux pas?
A. Espresso
B. Cappuccino
C. Caffe Americano
D. Macchiato
B. Cappuccino
Why is it legal to photograph the Eiffel Tower in Paris during the daytime?
The night lighting display is protected by copyright as an artistic work.
What is the capital city of the Netherlands, even though the government actually sits in The Hague?
Amsterdam
In Germany, what is the traditional, festive heart-shaped gingerbread cookie called that is often bought at festivals and Oktoberfest?
Lebkuchenherz
the Rhine is the longest river in western Europe
True
What is Fika Swedish Culture?
A. A strict annual municipal tax-declaration deadline
B. A ceremonial winter Ice-swimming practice
C. A social coffee and pastry break shared with colleagues and friends
D. A formal bow used exclusively in royal court greeting's
C. A social coffee and pastry break shared with colleagues and friends
In the United Kingdom who legally owns the whales, dolphins, and surgeon swimming in the waters around the country?
the reigning monarch King Charles lll
How do they balance high tax?
By converting tax revenue into robust social programs that lower daily living costs for citizens
How do different education systems prepare students for careers?
emphasizing highly structured practical training
the Alps are located in entirely within France
False
In German social and professional life, how is punctuality generally viewed?
A. Arriving even a few minutes late without advance notice is seen unreliable and disrespectful
B. Arriving up to 20 minutes late is accepted as relaxed social flexbitility
C. Arriving early is considered a sign of poor social standing
D. Timekeeping standards are strictly enforced only in business, while social parties have no expectations
A. Arriving even a few minutes late without advance notice is seen unreliable and disrespectful
Which mountain range acts as a natural border and divides Spain and France?
The Pyrenees