Think you're an expert on Gothenburg? Test your knowledge on the history, landmarks, cultural events, and notable residents of this charming Swedish city.
1. Who founded the city of Gothenburg?
Charles XI
Oscar II
Gustav II Adolf
Gustav III
2. Which festival is dedicated to celebrating Gothenburg's cultural diversity?
Göteborg Music Days
Gothenburg Summer Fest
Gothenburg Culture Festival
Swedish Heritage Fair
3. Which square is central to Gothenburg's city center?
Kungsportsavenyen
Lilla Torget
Gustaf Adolfs torg
Kungstorget
4. Which transportation system is iconic in Gothenburg?
Gothenburg metro rail
Gothenburg bus lines
Gothenburg ferry routes
Gothenburg tram network
5. Which tragic event involved a nightclub fire in Gothenburg?
Gothenburg Opera fire
Gothenburg Theatre fire
Gothenburg Concert fire
Gothenburg discothèque fire
6. What is the major art museum in Gothenburg called?
Gothenburg Museum of Art
Modern Art Museum
City Art Museum
National Gallery
7. Which composer known for a symphonic poem lived in Gothenburg?
Jean Sibelius
Carl Nielsen
Bedřich Smetana
Edvard Grieg
8. In which year was Gothenburg officially founded?
1631
1641
1611
1621
9. What grand event will Gothenburg celebrate in 2024?
Tricentennial Jubilee
Quadricentennial Jubilee
Bicentennial Jubilee
Centennial Celebration
10. Which station is a major hub for Gothenburg's rail system?
Liseberg Station
Östra Station
Gothenburg Central Station
Nils Ericson Terminal
11. What is the name of Gothenburg's large botanical garden?
Gothenburg Botanic Park
Horticultural Park
Garden Society of Gothenburg
City Garden Gothenburg
12. Which literary festival is famous in Gothenburg?