How to experience Athens - Test
  • 1. What is the Acropolis primarily known for?
A) The Ancient Agora
B) The Parthenon
C) The Temple of Olympian Zeus
D) The Panathenaic Stadium
  • 2. Which neighborhood is known for its vibrant nightlife and traditional tavernas?
A) Glyfada
B) Kolonaki
C) Plaka
D) Exarcheia
  • 3. What type of museum is the National Archaeological Museum?
A) Byzantine History
B) Folklore
C) Modern Art
D) Archaeology
  • 4. What is moussaka?
A) A seafood stew
B) A type of Greek salad
C) A sweet pastry
D) An eggplant-based dish
  • 5. Which ancient market served as the center of Athenian public life?
A) The Temple of Hephaestus
B) The Acropolis
C) The Ancient Agora
D) The Roman Agora
  • 6. What is the best way to get around Athens?
A) Taxi Only
B) Rental Car
C) Horse-drawn Carriage
D) Public Transportation
  • 7. What currency is used in Greece?
A) Drachma
B) Euro
C) Pound
D) Dollar
  • 8. What is the Temple of Olympian Zeus dedicated to?
A) Athena
B) Zeus
C) Poseidon
D) Hera
  • 9. Which hill offers panoramic views of Athens?
A) Pnyx Hill
B) Lycabettus Hill
C) Filopappou Hill
D) Areopagus Hill
  • 10. What is souvlaki?
A) A sweet dessert
B) A type of bread
C) Grilled meat skewers
D) A type of cheese
  • 11. What is the official language of Greece?
A) English
B) Greek
C) Italian
D) Turkish
  • 12. Which port city is easily accessible from Athens?
A) Patras
B) Piraeus
C) Thessaloniki
D) Heraklion
  • 13. What is the Erechtheion known for?
A) The Parthenon Marbles
B) The Caryatids
C) The Propylaea
D) The Doric Columns
  • 14. What is spanakopita?
A) Cheese pie
B) Spinach pie
C) Apple pie
D) Meat pie
  • 15. Where can you see the Changing of the Guard ceremony?
A) Monastiraki Square
B) Kolonaki Square
C) Syntagma Square
D) Omonia Square
  • 16. Which island is closest to Athens and a popular day trip?
A) Santorini
B) Aegina
C) Mykonos
D) Crete
  • 17. What is retsina?
A) A Greek wine
B) A Greek liquor
C) A Greek beer
D) A Greek soda
  • 18. What type of shopping is Monastiraki known for?
A) Department Stores
B) Flea Market
C) High-end Fashion
D) Antique Shops
  • 19. What is the Panathenaic Stadium famous for?
A) Gladiatorial Contests
B) Naval Battles
C) First Modern Olympics
D) Religious Ceremonies
  • 20. What is a traditional Greek coffee served with?
A) Ice cubes
B) Lemon wedge
C) Spoonful of foam
D) Milk
  • 21. Which is a museum dedicated to modern Greek art?
A) Museum of Cycladic Art
B) Benaki Museum
C) Byzantine and Christian Museum
D) National Museum of Contemporary Art
  • 22. What is tzatziki?
A) A garlic bread
B) A yogurt and cucumber sauce
C) A tomato-based sauce
D) A cheese dip
  • 23. In which area can you find high-end boutiques and designer stores?
A) Psirri
B) Plaka
C) Monastiraki
D) Kolonaki
  • 24. What ancient Greek philosopher's academy was located in Athens?
A) Plato
B) Socrates
C) Euclid
D) Aristotle
  • 25. What is the best time of year to visit Athens to avoid crowds and extreme heat?
A) Anytime is fine
B) Spring or Autumn
C) Summer
D) Winter
  • 26. What is pastitsio?
A) A seafood stew
B) A type of salad
C) A sweet pastry
D) A baked pasta dish
  • 27. Which museum houses a significant collection of Cycladic art?
A) Acropolis Museum
B) National Archaeological Museum
C) Museum of Cycladic Art
D) Benaki Museum
  • 28. What is frappe?
A) Sparkling Water
B) Iced Coffee
C) Lemonade
D) Greek Tea
  • 29. What is the significance of the Hill of the Pnyx?
A) Royal Residence
B) Assembly Place
C) Marketplace
D) Temple Site
  • 30. What is galaktoboureko?
A) Apple pie
B) Custard pie
C) Fruit salad
D) Chocolate cake
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