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100
This explorer from Genoa set sail in 1492 and found something he wasn’t looking for.
Who is Christopher Columbus?
100
Italy is the world's largest producer of this alcoholic beverage, with famous regions including Tuscany and Piedmont.
What is wine?
100
Often held in February, this festival is famous for its elaborate masks and costumes, particularly in the city built on water.
What is Carnevale?
100
During the Renaissance, this type of art was very popular.
What is baroque?
100
This frozen treat is richer and smoother than ice cream.
What is gelato?
200
This ancient empire, famous for roads, aqueducts, and togas, once ruled much of Europe.
What is the Roman Empire?
200
This Italian food giant, famous for pasta and baked goods, is a major player in the country's food industry.
What is Barilla?
200
During this November festival, Italians roast and enjoy this crunchy autumn snack—often paired with new wine.
What are Chestnuts?
200
This artist is famous for his painting "The Last Supper".
Who is Leonardo di Vinci?
200
This winter sport is huge in northern Italy, especially in the Dolomites, and helped the country host the 2026 Winter Olympics.
What is skiing?
300
The era in Italy which was a period of incredible artistic, architectural, and intellectual achievement.
What is the Renaissance Era?
300
Known globally for luxury and high-performance vehicles, this company is one of Italy's most famous car manufacturers.
What is Ferrari?
300
On Epiphany Eve (January 5th-6th), Italian children await gifts from this kind, witch-like woman who travels on a broomstick.
Who is La Befana?
300
This is the most famous piece of architecture in Italy.
What is the Colosseum?
300
This creamy Northern Italian dish requires constant stirring.
What is risotto?
400
what year was Rome founded
What is 753 BCE?
400
Known as one of the fashion capitals of the world, this northern Italian city is home to many luxury brands like Gucci and Prada.
What is Milan?
400
This annual event in Ivrea is famous for being Italy's largest food fight, where participants re-enact a medieval battle by throwing this citrus fruit.
What is the Battle of the Oranges?
400
This artist is famous for work that uses futurism.
Who is Umberto Boccioni?
400
This violent, historic sport, a mix of soccer, rugby, and wrestling, holds its final match in Florence every year on June 24th as part of the celebrations of the feast of Saint John the Baptist.
What is Calcio Storico?
500
This 19th-century movement, whose name means ‘resurgence,’ led to the unification of the Italian states under one kingdom.
What is the Risorgimento?
500
In the 1980s, Italy's GDP per capita reached a level similar to this country's, a major economic milestone after unification.
What is Great Britain?
500
This famous horse race in Siena features bareback riders representing city districts battling it out in a medieval-style competition.
What is the Palio di Siena?
500
This famous artist spent nearly four years painting the Sistine Chapel.
Who is Michelangelo?
500
This legendary Italian soccer club, known for its black-and-white stripes, has won more Serie A titles than any other team.
What is Juventus?
