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