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