UK
Which of the following countries is NOT part of Great Britain?
A. England
B. Scotland
C. Wales
D. Northern Ireland
D. Northern Ireland
Which holiday commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence?
A. Memorial Day
B. Independence Day
C. Thanksgiving
D. Veterans Day
B. Independence Day
Which of the following is a traditional Mexican dish made with corn tortillas, meat, and cheese?
A. Burrito
B. Paella
C. Sushi
D. Ratatouille
A. Burrito
Which country is known as “the Land of the Rising Sun”?
Japan
In Japan, it is customary to bow when greeting someone. What does the depth of the bow usually indicate?
A. Age of the person
B. Level of respect
C. Time of day
D. Profession
B. Level of respect
What is the official residence of the British Prime Minister?
A. Buckingham Palace
B. 10 Downing Street
C. Westminster Abbey
D. Windsor Castle
B. 10 Downing Street
What does the term “the American Dream” traditionally refer to?
A. Guaranteed wealth for all citizens
B. Success achieved through hard work and opportunity
C. Government-provided equality of income
D. A political party’s ideology
B. Success achieved through hard work and opportunity
Which spice gives the traditional Indian dish “Chicken Tikka Masala” its characteristic orange-red colour?
A. Cumin
B. Saffron
C. Turmeric
D. Cardamom
C. Turmeric
Which city is famous for its canals and is often called “the Venice of the North”?
Amsterdam
Which gesture, common in India, is often used to show respect or greeting without physical contact?
A. Bowing
B. Namaste (palms together)
C. Waving
D. Handshake
B. Namaste (palms together)
Which instrument is traditional in Scotland?
A. Trumpet
B. Bagpipes
C. Accordion
D. Flute
B. Bagpipes
Which city is widely regarded as the birthplace of jazz music?
A. Chicago
B. New York City
C. New Orleans
D. Memphis
C. New Orleans
Which Spanish dish is a rice-based dish often cooked with seafood, saffron, and vegetables?
A. Paella
B. Gazpacho
C. Tortilla española
D. Tapas
A. Paella
Which mountain range forms a natural border between Europe and Asia?
The Ural Mountains
In Thailand, it is considered disrespectful to touch which part of a person’s body?
A. Hands
B. Head
C. Feet
D. Shoulders
B. Head
Who is the patron saint of England?
A. St Jude
B. St George
C. St Patrick
D. St Francis
B. St George
What is the significance of Route 66 in American culture?
A. It was the first interstate highway
B. It symbolises freedom and cross-country travel
C. It connects the East and West Coasts
D. It was built during the Gold Rush
B. It symbolises freedom and cross-country travel
Which traditional German dish consists of sausage served with sauerkraut and potatoes?
A. Schnitzel
B. Bratwurst
C. Roulade
D. Maultaschen
B. Bratwurst
Which country has four official languages, reflecting its cultural diversity?
Switzerland: German, French, Italian, Romansh
When pouring a drink for someone in South Korea, it is polite to:
A. Pour your own drink first
B. Pour with both hands or slightly bow
C. Pour from a distance
D. Use your left hand only
B. Pour with both hands or slightly bow
What is the traditional role of the Beefeaters in Britain?
A. Guarding Buckingham Palace
B. Protecting the Tower of London
C. Serving as ceremonial guards at Parliament
D. Escorting members of the Royal Family
B. Protecting the Tower of London
Which constitutional amendment protects freedom of speech in the United States?
A. The Second Amendment
B. The Fifth Amendment
C. The First Amendment
D. The Tenth Amendment
C. The First Amendment
Which Thai dish is a stir-fried noodle dish with shrimp, tofu, peanuts, and a tamarind-based sauce?
A. Tom Yum
B. Pad Thai
C. Green Curry
D. Som Tam
B. Pad Thai
How can geography influence culture? Give at least one example.
e.g. climate affects food, architecture, lifestyle; isolation affects traditions
In Spain, a common tradition on New Year’s Eve is to eat 12 grapes at midnight. What does this symbolize?
A. Wealth for the coming year
B. Happiness and luck for each month
C. Strength and health
D. Fertility
B. Happiness and luck for each month