Ultimate Montréal Quiz


Idyllic via DISCORD

Idyllic via DISCORD

Created 7/17/2024

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Sources

https://www.mtl.org/en/experience/montreal-unique-geography
https://canadiangeographic.ca/articles/a-tale-of-two-bagels/
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/guide-to-montreal-restaurants-hotels-shopping
https://www.britannica.com/place/Montreal

How well do you know Montréal? Test your knowledge on the history, culture, geography, and famous landmarks.

How well do you know Montréal? Test your knowledge on the history, culture, geography, and famous landmarks.

1. Who founded Montréal and when?

Jean Talon in 1665
Samuel de Champlain in 1608
Jacques Cartier in 1535
Paul de Chomedey de Maisonneuve in 1642

2. Which geographical feature is a central highlight of Montréal?

Parc Jean-Drapeau
Mount Royal
Île Notre-Dame
Saint Helen's Island

3. What major event did Montréal host in 1967?

Summer Olympic Games
Floralies Internationales
G7 Summit
International World Exposition (Expo 67)

4. Which landmark was renewed in 2017 and remains a popular spot in Montréal?

Montréal Museum of Fine Arts
Biosphere
Olympic Stadium
Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth

5. What is Mont Royal famously known as among locals?

The heart of the city
A natural high point in the city
A dormant volcano
An urban park with historic trails

6. Name the festival where Montréal showcases its vibrant jazz music culture.

Osheaga Music Festival
Montréal International Jazz Festival
Festival d'été de Québec
Winter Carnaval

7. What percent of Montréal's population speaks French as their primary language?

70%
60%
80%
65%

8. Which river surrounds the island of Montréal?

Saint Lawrence River
Ottawa River
Richelieu River
Outaouais River

9. Which Montréal landmark features a giant cross?

Saint Joseph's Oratory
Mount Royal
Parc La Fontaine
Old Montréal

10. Name the historic district that marks the location of Montréal's early settlement.

Old Montréal
Mile End
Griffintown
Plateau Mont-Royal

11. Which stadium hosted the 1976 Summer Olympics in Montréal?

Olympic Stadium
Saputo Stadium
Bell Centre
Percival Molson Stadium

12. What is the architectural style of Notre-Dame Basilica in Montréal?

Renaissance
Romanesque
Baroque
Neo-Gothic