Buildings
Idioms
100

This iconic structure, located in Paris, was originally a temporary exhibit for the 1889 World‘s Fair and is now one of the most visited paid monuments in the world.

What is the Eiffel Tower?

100

This idiom refers to someone who is trying to do something that is far beyond their ability, and it is often used when people overestimate their talents.

What is “bite off more than you can chew?”

200

This ancient stone structure in Egypt, is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, standing as a symbol of the Pharaohs’ power and mystery.

What is the Great Pyramid of Giza?

200

This phrase means to experience a situation that is very difficult or unfortunate, and comes from the idea of an overwhelming situation?

What is “in a pickle?”

300

This Gothic cathedral in Paris, renowned for its stunning architecture and role in Victor Hugo‘s famous novel, with severely damaged by fire in 2019.

What is Notre Dame de Paris?

300

This idiom refers to a person who refuses to change their opinion or stance, even when faced with evidence to the contrary, they are “Stubborn as” this animal. 

A mule. 

400

This 102 story skyscraper, once the tallest building in the world when completed in 1931, was a symbol of American resilience after the great depression.

What is the Empire State building?

500

This Basilica, is located in Vatican City, is one of the largest churches in the world and features Michaelangelo’s famous Dome.

What is Saint Peter‘s basilica?