Russia
How far away is Russia from the U.S.?
4 kilometers
What is the nickname for Rome?
The Eternal City
What is Ethiopia's national animal?
The Abyssinian Lion
What is Perú's national animal?
The vicuña
How large is the Vatican City?
0.44 km²
What McDonald's item can only be found in Russia?
McShrimp
What number is considered unlucky in Italy?
17, because if the roman numeral for 17 (XVII) is rearranged is looks like VIXI, which means “I have lived”. It is a symbol that is associated with death.
How many languages are spoken in Ethiopia?
80 languages
What is Perú's national dish?
Ceviche
What is the economy of the Holy See supported by?
The sale of postage stamps, tourist mementos, the entry fee for museums, the sale of publication, etc.
What is the ratio of men to women in Russia?
There are 86.8 men for every 100 women
How many types of Italian cheese are there?
Over 2,500 types of Italian cheese.
What is unique about Ethiopian cuisine?
It is mostly vegetarian
How many varieties of potato can be found in Perú?
3,000 varieties
What is the largest Catholic Church in the world?
St. Peter's Basilica
When was beer officially considered an alcoholic beverage in Russia?
2011
Where are Italians banned from eating or drinking?
In churches, on church steps, or in church courtyards
What famous hominid skeleton was discovered in Ethiopia?
LUCY
What percentage of the world's alpaca population lives in Perú?
75%
Who protects the Pope?
Which word means "fun" in Russian?
There is no word for "fun" in Russian.
70 lbs of pasta
What fact about Ethiopian history separates it from all other African nations?
It was never brought under colonial control
What is Perú's official religion?
Catholicism -- but many Perúvians still participate in the religious rites of the Inca and celebrate Pacha Mama.
What can & can't you store in the cloakroom at the Vatican?
You can't store cloaks but you CAN store alcohol.