- 1. Stockholm, the capital city of Sweden, is a vibrant and bustling metropolis that effortlessly combines the picturesque beauty of its stunning archipelago with a rich history and culture. Known as the 'Venice of the North' due to its many waterways and bridges, Stockholm is a city of contrasts where modern design and innovation meet historic architecture and cobblestone streets. The city is home to a diverse population and thriving arts and culinary scene, with world-class museums, galleries, and restaurants to explore. Whether strolling through the charming Gamla Stan (Old Town) or enjoying a boat cruise around the islands, visitors to Stockholm are sure to be captivated by its unique charm and timeless appeal.
What is the capital city of Sweden?
A) Copenhagen
B) Oslo
C) Helsinki
D) Stockholm
- 2. In which country is Stockholm located?
A) Denmark
B) Norway
C) Finland
D) Sweden
- 3. Which body of water surrounds the central part of Stockholm?
A) North Sea
B) Gulf of Bothnia
C) Lake Mälaren
D) Baltic Sea
- 4. What is the currency used in Sweden?
A) Swedish Krona
B) Pound
C) Euro
D) Dollar
- 5. Which season is known for the longest days in Stockholm?
A) Autumn
B) Winter
C) Summer
D) Spring
- 6. What is the name of the main shopping street in Stockholm?
A) Fifth Avenue
B) Drottninggatan
C) Oxford Street
D) Champs-Élysées
- 7. Which famous Swedish pop group originated in Stockholm?
A) Backstreet Boys
B) ABBA
C) The Beatles
D) NSYNC
- 8. Which island in Stockholm is considered a trendy and artistic district?
A) Lidingö
B) Södermalm
C) Vasastan
D) Djurgården
- 9. What is the official language spoken in Stockholm?
A) Spanish
B) Swedish
C) French
D) English
- 10. Which Scandinavian country is Stockholm not geographically close to?
A) Denmark
B) Norway
C) Finland
D) Estonia
- 11. What is the name of the historical market square in Stockholm?
A) Stortorget
B) Covent Garden
C) Pike Place Market
D) Mercado de San Miguel
- 12. Where is the Vasa Museum located in Stockholm?
A) Gamla Stan
B) Djurgården
C) Lidingö
D) Södermalm
- 13. What is the name of the park located in the center of Stockholm?
A) Hyde Park
B) Tiergarten
C) Central Park
D) Kungsträdgården
- 14. Which famous Swedish automaker has its headquarters in Stockholm?
A) Volvo
B) BMW
C) Toyota
D) Ford
- 15. Which annual music festival takes place in Stockholm?
A) Glastonbury
B) Tomorrowland
C) Coachella
D) Stockholm Music & Arts
- 16. What is the name of the main airport serving Stockholm?
A) Stockholm Arlanda Airport
B) Heathrow Airport
C) Charles de Gaulle Airport
D) JFK International Airport
- 17. In which century was Stockholm founded?
A) 22nd century
B) 13th century
C) 16th century
D) 19th century
- 18. What is the name of the main train station in Stockholm?
A) Grand Central Terminal
B) King's Cross Station
C) Gare du Nord
D) Stockholm Central Station
- 19. What is the name of the famous museum in Stockholm that houses the Vasa ship?
A) ABBA Museum
B) Skansen Museum
C) Vasa Museum
D) Nordic Museum
- 20. Which island in Stockholm is home to the historic Old Town?
A) Gamla Stan
B) Djurgården
C) Långholmen
D) Skeppsholmen
- 21. Which Swedish scientist is known for the invention of dynamite?
A) Carl Linnaeus
B) Anders Celsius
C) Alfred Nobel
D) Anders Zorn
- 22. What is the name of the Swedish parliament located in Stockholm?
A) Landsting
B) Riksdag
C) Althing
D) Storting
- 23. Which Swedish director is famous for films like 'The Seventh Seal' and 'Persona'?
A) Roy Andersson
B) Lukas Moodysson
C) Ruben Östlund
D) Ingmar Bergman
- 24. What is the name of the popular amusement park in Stockholm?
A) Kolmården
B) Skara Sommarland
C) Gröna Lund
D) Liseberg
- 25. Which Swedish actress is best known for her role as Lisbeth Salander in 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo'?
A) Malin Åkerman
B) Noomi Rapace
C) Alicia Vikander
D) Rebecca Ferguson
- 26. Which Swedish furniture company was founded in Stockholm in 1943?
A) H&M
B) IKEA
C) Ericsson
D) Volvo
- 27. Which Swedish musician rose to fame with hits like 'Wake Me Up!' and 'Hey Brother'?
A) Zara Larsson
B) Robyn
C) Tove Lo
D) Avicii
- 28. What is the name of the popular open-air museum in Stockholm showcasing traditional Swedish buildings?
A) Nordiska Museet
B) ABBA Museum
C) Vasa Museum
D) Skansen
- 29. What is the name of the large park in the northern part of Stockholm popular for outdoor activities?
A) Tantolunden
B) Kungsträdgården
C) Hagaparken
D) Humlegården
- 30. Stockholm is also known as the...
A) Venice of the North
B) Emerald City
C) City of Love
D) City of Lights
- 31. Which body of water surrounds Stockholm?
A) Mediterranean Sea
B) Black Sea
C) Baltic Sea
D) North Sea
- 32. Which island in Stockholm is home to the historic Gamla Stan?
A) Djurgården
B) Kungsholmen
C) Stadsholmen
D) Södermalm
- 33. Stockholm is often called the 'Capital of ____________.'
A) Nordic Islands
B) Europe
C) Baltic Region
D) Scandinavia
- 34. Where can you find the Stockholm City Hall?
A) Kungsholmen
B) Östermalm
C) Södermalm
D) Vasastan
- 35. In which month is the Midsummer Festival celebrated in Sweden?
A) August
B) June
C) December
D) February
- 36. In which year did Stockholm become the official capital of Sweden?
A) 1634
B) 1809
C) 1492
D) 1756
- 37. Which famous environmental activist was born in Stockholm?
A) Emma Watson
B) Elon Musk
C) Leonardo DiCaprio
D) Greta Thunberg
- 38. Stockholm is built on how many islands?
A) 8
B) 14
C) 25
D) 4
- 39. Which Swedish king founded the city of Stockholm?
A) Gustavus Adolphus
B) Birger Jarl
C) Charles XII
D) Oscar II
- 40. In which month does Stockholm hold its annual Nobel Prize award ceremony?
A) August
B) March
C) June
D) December
- 41. Which of these sports is popular in Stockholm?
A) Ice Hockey
B) Soccer
C) Golf
D) Tennis
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