Geography
What is the capitol of Germany?
Berlin!
Who is a famous author that lived in Germany when he was young?
Eric Carle
What is Germany's symbol of peace called? (Hint: It is a gate)
Brandenburg Gate
Name one kind of food that is popular in Germany!
Pretzels, Bratwurst/Sausage, Saurkraut Black Forest Cake, Bratkartoffeln, Eintopf
Which continent is Germany on?
Europe
Where can you find the most mountain ranges in Germany? (Hint: North or South)
Southern Germany!
What colors make up the Germany Flag?
Black, Red, Yellow
How old was Eric Carle when his family moved back to Germany?
6 years old!
When is it mandatory for children to go to school in Germany?
6-14 years old
What is the capitol of France?
Paris
Which country is Germany located next to?
France!
What large beautiful buildings can you see in Germany?
Castles
What is the oldest castle in Germany called?
Heidelberg Castle
Name one Holiday that is similiar to our celebrations in the United States
Christmas, New Years, Mardi Gras
Name three other countries that are situated in Europe.
France, Italy, Spain
Where would you find very flat, low lands in Germany? (Hint: North or South)
In the North!
What is the name of the forest that is so thick, you cannot see through it?
(Hint: it is in the south)
The Black Forest!
In 1930, Adolf Hitler built a very important system of travel, what is it called? (Hint: We have a lot of them in the United States)
The Highway!
Name a title of a book that the author Eric Carle has written.
Brown Bear Brown Bear What Do You See? 1, 2, 3 Zoo Hungry, Hungry Caterpillar
What is the popular song and dance in Spain?
The Flamenco!
What is the tallest mountain range in Germany called?
The Alps
True or False: Germany is home to one of the world's FIRST highway systems.
TRUE!
What very important Christmas symbol was started in Germany?
The Christmas Tree
True or False: Ms. Green is part German?
True!
Name one object/place you can see in France.
Eiffel Tower, Lourve, Leaning Tower of Piza, Mona Lisa, Gondolas, Notre Dame Cathedral