Canals of Amsterdam
  • 1. When were the canals of Amsterdam constructed?
A) 21st century
B) 17th century
C) 15th century
D) 19th century
  • 2. What is the most famous canal in Amsterdam?
A) Singelgracht
B) Keizersgracht
C) Prinsengracht
D) Herengracht
  • 3. Which canal is home to many houseboats in Amsterdam?
A) Prinsengracht
B) Herengracht
C) Keizersgracht
D) Singel
  • 4. Which canal is the oldest and innermost canal in Amsterdam?
A) Prinsengracht
B) Singel
C) Keizersgracht
D) Herengracht
  • 5. What is the name of the local government institution responsible for managing the canals?
A) Canal Commission
B) Amsterdam Canal Authority
C) Waternet
D) Water Control Board
  • 6. What historic purpose did the canals serve in Amsterdam?
A) Parks and recreation
B) Education
C) Musical performances
D) Trade and defense
  • 7. What type of boats are often seen on the canals of Amsterdam?
A) Submarines
B) Houseboats
C) Yachts
D) Speedboats
  • 8. Which famous artist had a studio overlooking the Brouwersgracht canal in Amsterdam?
A) Vermeer
B) Van Gogh
C) Monet
D) Rembrandt
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