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