People
Who was the main character from Sound Of Music?
(HINT-WE SAW THIS PLAY IN DC)
Maria Rainer/ Von Trapp
What percent of the country consists of the Eastern Alps?
75%
What is Vienna often referred to as?
The City of Music
When did Austria join Germany?
March 12, 1938
What is Austria's cuisine typically?
hearty dishes, often meat-based dishes.
Who caused the most havoc in Austria?
Adolf Hitler.
Where is Austria located?
Central Europe
What type of climate does Austria have?
It has a moderately continental climate type.
What event sparked the start of World War One?
The assassination of Archduke Ferdinand
What is Eurovison
an international song competition
Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
How many km per square mile?
32.39 Kilometers
What percent of people identify as Roman Catholic?
20% of the population
When was Archduke Ferdinand murdered?
June 28, 1914
What is Austria best known for?
Their diverse and iconic music style.
What famous woman was born in Austria, that said "Let them eat cake!"?
Marie Antoinette.
What is the principal river of the country?
The Danube River
What is the official language in Austria?
German
Who killed Archudke Ferdinand
Gavrilo Princip
What is the name of Austria's most iconic painting?
The Kiss.
Who was considered the "Father of the symphony"?
Joseph Haydn.
What is Austria's population density?
106 people per square kilometer.
What is the current population?
9.132 million
What does Anschluss refer to?
The annexation of Austria 1938
What time period(s) did Austria contribute to music the most?
The Classical and Romantic periods.