How to navigate Athens - Exam
  • 1. What is the primary language spoken in Athens?
A) Greek
B) English
C) French
D) Italian
  • 2. What is the main airport serving Athens?
A) Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
B) Rhodes International Airport (RHO)
C) Athens International Airport (ATH)
D) Heraklion Airport (HER)
  • 3. Which metro line connects the airport to the city center?
A) Line 3 (Blue Line)
B) Line 2 (Red Line)
C) Line 1 (Green Line)
D) Line 4 (Yellow Line)
  • 4. What is the name of the central square in Athens?
A) Syntagma Square
B) Monastiraki Square
C) Omonia Square
D) Kolonaki Square
  • 5. Which historical site is located on the Acropolis?
A) Parthenon
B) Temple of Olympian Zeus
C) Ancient Agora
D) Panathenaic Stadium
  • 6. What type of transportation is NOT commonly found in Athens?
A) Metro
B) Buses
C) Trams
D) Taxis
  • 7. Which neighborhood is known for its vibrant street art?
A) Monastiraki
B) Exarcheia
C) Kifisia
D) Plaka
  • 8. What currency is used in Athens?
A) Pound (£)
B) Euro (€)
C) Drachma (₯)
D) Dollar ($)
  • 9. What is the best way to avoid taxi scams?
A) Pay with large bills
B) Negotiate the price beforehand
C) Trust the driver's judgment
D) Use ride-hailing apps or ensure the meter is running
  • 10. Which metro station is a major interchange point?
A) Omonia
B) Monastiraki
C) Acropoli
D) Syntagma
  • 11. What is a popular area for souvenir shopping?
A) Marousi
B) Plaka
C) Glyfada
D) Kolonaki
  • 12. Which of these is a popular flea market location?
A) Syntagma
B) Omonia
C) Kolonaki
D) Monastiraki
  • 13. What is the national dish of Greece, often found in Athens?
A) Gyros
B) Souvlaki
C) Moussaka
D) Spanakopita
  • 14. What is the typical voltage for electricity in Athens?
A) 240V
B) 110V
C) 120V
D) 230V
  • 15. What type of adapter might you need for electronics?
A) Type A/B
B) Type I
C) Type G
D) Type C/F
  • 16. What is the emergency telephone number in Greece?
A) 100
B) 112
C) 911
D) 999
  • 17. Where can you find ancient ruins besides the Acropolis?
A) Mount Lycabettus
B) National Garden
C) Ancient Agora
D) Piraeus
  • 18. Which port city is near Athens?
A) Thessaloniki
B) Piraeus
C) Patras
D) Heraklion
  • 19. What is the best way to get to the islands from Athens?
A) Bus
B) Train
C) Ferry
D) Tram
  • 20. What is the general tipping custom in Athens restaurants?
A) 5-10%
B) No tipping is required
C) 15-20%
D) 20-25%
  • 21. What is the name of the highest point in Athens?
A) Filopappou Hill
B) Mount Lycabettus
C) Areopagus Hill
D) Acropolis
  • 22. What is the easiest way to pay for public transport?
A) UK Pounds
B) ATH.ENA Card
C) Japanese Yen
D) US Dollars
  • 23. Which museum houses significant archaeological finds from the Acropolis?
A) Byzantine and Christian Museum
B) Benaki Museum
C) Acropolis Museum
D) National Archaeological Museum
  • 24. What is 'Omonia' primarily known for, despite recent efforts to improve it?
A) Quiet residential areas
B) Being a busy and sometimes chaotic traffic hub
C) Historical monuments
D) Luxury shopping
  • 25. If you're looking for a seaside experience near Athens, which area is a good choice?
A) Marousi
B) Kifisia
C) Chalandri
D) Glyfada
  • 26. What is the name of the national garden located near Syntagma Square?
A) Botanical Garden
B) Acropolis Garden
C) National Garden
D) Dionysos Garden
  • 27. What is a 'taverna' in Athens?
A) A Greek museum
B) A traditional Greek restaurant
C) A type of Greek dance
D) A type of Greek coffee
  • 28. Which Athenian neighborhood is known for its neoclassical architecture?
A) Plaka
B) Monastiraki
C) Kolonaki
D) Exarcheia
  • 29. If you are visiting Athens during the summer, what should you be mindful of?
A) Frequent rainfall
B) Very short days
C) Snowfall
D) High temperatures and strong sun
  • 30. What are 'mezedes'?
A) Greek folk songs
B) Types of Greek olive oil
C) Small savory dishes served as appetizers
D) Traditional Greek desserts
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