Famous Germans
"Germany" in German
What is "Deutschland"?
This knot-shaped bread, often sprinkled with coarse salt, is a staple in German bakeries and beer gardens.
What is a pretzel?
With Puma as its "brother" brand, this global sportswear brand, known for its iconic three stripes, was founded in Germany and is famous for its athletic shoes and apparel.
What is Adidas?
The colors of the German flag
What are red, black and yellow?
This German composer of the 9th Symphony and Ode to Joy is considered one of the greatest of all time.
Who is Ludwig van Beethoven?
What is Berlin?
This luxury automobile manufacturer, headquartered in Munich, is renowned for its high-performance cars and motorcycles.
What is BMW?
This German politician served as Chancellor of Germany from 2005 to 2021, making her one of the longest-serving leaders in modern German history. Who is she?
Who is Angela Merkel?
The Chancellor of Germany since 2021
Who is Olaf Scholz?
Compared to Texas for its big size and southern charm, this German state is known for its Oktoberfest and the Neuschwanstein Castle.
What is Bavaria/Bayern?
This adorable gummy candy is as popular in the US as in Germany.
What is Haribo Gummi Bears?
This German airline is one of the largest in Europe and is known for its international flights and premium services.
What is Lufthansa?
This German highway system is famous for having stretches without specific speed limits.
What is the Autobahn?
This German actress and singer became famous in the 1930s with The Blue Angel and later became a U.S. citizen.
Who is Marlene Dietrich?
This major European river flows from the Swiss Alps to the North Sea and forms part of Germany’s western border.
What is the Rhine?
This breaded and fried meat dish, often made from pork or veal, is a popular German classic
What is Schnitzel?
This revolutionary invention, which allowed for mass production of books, was developed by Johannes Gutenberg in the 15th century.
What is the Printing Press?
This German band is known for its theatrical performances and heavy metal music, with hits like “Du Hast” and “Ich Will.”
What is Rammstein?
This German monk and theologian sparked the Protestant Reformation by nailing his 95 Theses to a church door in 1517
Who is Martin Luther?
Countries where German is an official language (100 points per country)
What are Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, Luxembourg and Liechtenstein?
This German tradition, often enjoyed in the afternoon, combines coffee with a variety of cakes and pastries.
What is "Kaffee und Kuchen"?
This type of internal combustion engine, named after its German inventor, revolutionized transportation with its fuel efficiency.
What is a Diesel Engine?
This historic event, which took place on November 9, 1989, marked the beginning of the reunification of East and West Germany.
Fall of the Berlin Wall