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