- 1. The flag of Switzerland consists of a red field with a white cross in the center. This design is known as the Swiss flag and is widely recognized around the world as a symbol of neutrality, peace, and democracy. The white cross is a symbol of the Christian faith and represents the values of honesty, freedom, and integrity that are important to the Swiss people. In addition to the flag, Switzerland has other national symbols such as the Swiss Alps, Swiss cows, and Swiss chocolate, all of which are iconic representations of the country's culture and heritage.
What is the shape of the Swiss flag?
A) Rectangle
B) Square
C) Circle
D) Triangle
- 2. How many equal arms does the Swiss flag's cross have?
A) 5
B) 6
C) 4
D) 3
- 3. What is the capital city of Switzerland?
A) Lucerne
B) Bern
C) Zurich
D) Geneva
- 4. What is the national flower of Switzerland?
A) Tulip
B) Daisy
C) Edelweiss
D) Rose
- 5. Which Swiss city hosts the annual International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement conference?
A) Lausanne
B) Basel
C) Geneva
D) Zurich
- 6. Which mountain is considered the most iconic peak in Switzerland?
A) Eiger
B) Matterhorn
C) Mont Blanc
D) Jungfrau
- 7. What is the name of the famous Swiss watchmaker known for luxury watches?
A) Rolex
B) TAG Heuer
C) Swatch
D) Omega
- 8. Which Swiss city hosted the first ever Winter Olympics in 1928?
A) Verbier
B) Zermatt
C) Davos
D) St. Moritz
- 9. Which Swiss cheese is known for its distinctive holes?
A) Appenzeller
B) Gruyère
C) Raclette
D) Emmental
- 10. What prestigious annual event is held in Davos, Switzerland?
A) World Economic Forum
B) UEFA Champions League
C) FIFA World Cup
D) Tour de France
- 11. Which Swiss city is famous for its banking sector?
A) Lucerne
B) Zurich
C) Bern
D) Geneva
- 12. What is the currency of Switzerland?
A) Pound Sterling
B) Swiss Franc
C) Dollar
D) Euro
- 13. Which Swiss inventor is known for creating the World Wide Web?
A) Nikola Tesla
B) Thomas Edison
C) Alexander Graham Bell
D) Tim Berners-Lee
- 14. What is the traditional Swiss dish of melted cheese and bread called?
A) Rösti
B) Raclette
C) Fondue
D) Zürcher Geschnetzeltes
- 15. Which Swiss city is renowned for its annual film festival?
A) Lausanne
B) Basel
C) Locarno
D) Zurich
- 16. What traditional Swiss dish is made with potatoes, cheese, and onions, and is often called the 'Swiss national dish'?
A) Raclette
B) Fondue
C) Zurich Geschnetzeltes
D) Rösti
- 17. What is the shape inside the Swiss flag?
A) Yellow Star
B) Gray Moon
C) White Cross
D) Black Eagle
- 18. In Swiss culture, what is the wooden horn instrument called?
A) Didgeridoo
B) Alphorn
C) Trumpet
D) Bagpipes
- 19. Who was the famous Swiss architect known for his modern design principles and the phrase 'less is more'?
A) Zaha Hadid
B) Frank Lloyd Wright
C) Le Corbusier
D) Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
- 20. Which Swiss scientist is known for developing the theory of relativity?
A) Carl Jung
B) Albert Einstein
C) Marie Curie
D) Louis Pasteur
- 21. What does the white cross on the Swiss flag represent?
A) Unity
B) Christianity
C) Peace
D) Victory
- 22. What is the name of the Swiss national holiday celebrated on August 1st?
A) Swiss National Day
B) Swiss Unity Day
C) Swiss Flag Day
D) Swiss Independence Day
- 23. What is the most common language spoken in Switzerland?
A) French
B) English
C) German
D) Italian
- 24. What traditional Swiss festival is celebrated with colorful parades, costumes, and music?
A) Fasnacht
B) Christmas Market
C) Oktoberfest
D) Swiss National Day
- 25. Which famous painter was born in Switzerland and known for his abstract art?
A) Vincent van Gogh
B) Salvador Dalí
C) Paul Klee
D) Pablo Picasso
- 26. Which famous Swiss organization uses a white cross on a red background as its emblem?
A) Swiss Banks
B) Swiss Army
C) Red Cross
D) Nestle
- 27. Which animal is often associated with Switzerland?
A) Eagle
B) Goat
C) Bear
D) Cow
- 28. What is the name of the official Swiss military knife that includes multiple tools in one compact design?
A) Swiss Army Knife
B) Swiss Precision Knife
C) Swiss Utility Blade
D) Swiss Multi-Tool
- 29. What Swiss chocolate brand is known for its triangular prism-shaped chocolates with nuts and honey?
A) Cailler
B) Frey
C) Toblerone
D) Lindt
- 30. What is the meaning of the Swiss slogan 'Unus pro omnibus, omnes pro uno'?
A) E Pluribus Unum
B) Strength in unity
C) One for all, all for one
D) In God we trust
- 31. What team sport is popular in Switzerland involving brooms and stones?
A) Curling
B) Soccer
C) Ice hockey
D) Skiing
- 32. In which city is the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee located?
A) Lausanne
B) Zurich
C) Geneva
D) Bern
- 33. What color is the background of the Swiss flag?
A) Red
B) Yellow
C) Blue
D) Green
- 34. What kind of cheese is traditionally used in Swiss fondue?
A) Raclette
B) Gruyère
C) Emmental
D) Appenzeller
- 35. In which year was the current design of the Swiss flag adopted?
A) 1955
B) 2001
C) 1798
D) 1889
- 36. What is the name of the Swiss annual music festival that takes place in Montreux?
A) Zermatt Music Festival
B) Interlaken Music Festival
C) Montreux Jazz Festival
D) Geneva Music Festival
- 37. Who is considered the national hero of Switzerland known for his fight against foreign rule?
A) Heidi
B) Tina Turner
C) Roger Federer
D) William Tell
- 38. Which Swiss inventor is known for creating the Velcro fastener?
A) Nikola Tesla
B) Albert Einstein
C) George de Mestral
D) Alexander Graham Bell
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