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