- 1. Prague, the historic capital of the Czech Republic, is a city filled with a rich tapestry of sights and sounds that transport you back in time. The cobblestone streets echo with the melodies of street musicians, while the elegant buildings showcase intricate architectural details that tell the stories of centuries past. From the majestic Prague Castle perched on a hill overlooking the Vltava River to the bustling Old Town Square with its iconic Astronomical Clock, every corner of this enchanting city is a feast for the senses. Whether you are strolling along the Charles Bridge lined with Baroque statues or exploring the quirky art installations in the trendy neighborhoods, Prague captivates with its beauty and charm. The lively markets brimming with local crafts and delicacies, the cozy cafes serving aromatic Czech pastries, and the lively pubs echoing with laughter and clinking glasses—all contribute to the vibrant symphony that is the Sights and Sounds of Prague.
Which river flows through Prague?
A) Seine
B) Thames
C) Danube
D) Vltava
- 2. What is the main castle in Prague called?
A) Windsor Castle
B) Edinburgh Castle
C) Prague Castle
D) Neuschwanstein Castle
- 3. What is the traditional Czech dish made of a dough of flour, water, and eggs?
A) Wiener Schnitzel
B) Goulash
C) Pierogi
D) Knedlíky
- 4. Which famous Czech composer lived in Prague?
A) Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
B) Antonín Dvořák
C) Ludwig van Beethoven
D) Johann Sebastian Bach
- 5. Where would you find the statue of the Infant Jesus of Prague?
A) St. Peter's Basilica
B) Church of Our Lady Victorious
C) Sagrada Família
D) Westminster Abbey
- 6. Which famous writer lived in Prague and wrote the novel 'The Trial'?
A) Ernest Hemingway
B) Franz Kafka
C) George Orwell
D) Fyodor Dostoevsky
- 7. Which film directed by Miloš Forman was shot in Prague?
A) Forrest Gump
B) Amadeus
C) The Shawshank Redemption
D) Braveheart
- 8. Which museum in Prague is dedicated to the famous artist Alfons Mucha?
A) Prado Museum
B) Mucha Museum
C) Guggenheim Museum
D) Louvre Museum
- 9. Which famous play by William Shakespeare was performed for the first time in Prague in 1602?
A) Romeo and Juliet
B) Macbeth
C) Hamlet
D) Othello
- 10. Which famous physicist was a professor at Charles University in Prague?
A) Marie Curie
B) Isaac Newton
C) Stephen Hawking
D) Albert Einstein
- 11. What is the traditional Czech open-faced sandwich called?
A) Chlebíčky
B) Croissant
C) Hamburger
D) Quesadilla
- 12. What traditional Czech pastry is made from sweetened dough filled with fruit or cheese?
A) Éclair
B) Cannoli
C) Kolache
D) Baklava
- 13. Where can you find the popular traditional Czech street food called trdelník?
A) Red Square
B) Oxford Street
C) Times Square
D) Old Town Square
- 14. In what architectural style is the Astronomical Clock in Prague's Old Town Square?
A) Art Nouveau
B) Renaissance
C) Gothic
D) Baroque
- 15. What famous bridge spans the Vltava River in Prague?
A) Charles Bridge
B) Tower Bridge
C) Golden Gate Bridge
D) Brooklyn Bridge
- 16. What is the name of the hill dominated by the iconic Prague Castle complex?
A) Letná
B) Nové Město
C) Žižkov
D) Hradčany
- 17. Which architectural feature does the Dancing House in Prague resemble?
A) Ship
B) Crown
C) Book
D) Dancers
- 18. What is the name of the historic Jewish quarter in Prague?
A) Nueva Andalucia
B) Josefov
C) Kazimierz
D) Harlem
- 19. What is the name of the distinctive hill with a giant metronome in Prague?
A) Vyšehrad Hill
B) Vítkov Hill
C) Letná Hill
D) Petrin Hill
- 20. What is the name of the famous street stretching from the Old Town Square to the Charles Bridge?
A) Pařížská
B) Vaclavské náměstí
C) Karlova
D) Na Příkopě
- 21. What type of traditional Czech music is played in street performances in Prague?
A) Rock
B) Folk music
C) Opera
D) Jazz
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