Discover just how much you know about the heart of Europe! This quiz will test your knowledge on the history, landmarks, cultural highlights, and famous personalities of the Czech Republic. Impress your friends with your mastery of this fascinating country!
1. Which notable historical event began in Prague in 1989?
Defenestration of Prague
Prague Spring
Fall of the Iron Curtain
Velvet Revolution
2. Which famous clock in Prague has been operational since 1410?
Astronomical Clock
Charles Clock
Old Town Clock
City Hall Clock
3. Who was the Holy Roman Emperor and patron of the arts and sciences during the Renaissance in Prague?
Rudolf II
Ferdinand I
Maximilian II
Matthias I
4. Which famous Czech beer originates from Plzen?
Staropramen
Budweiser Budvar
Gambrinus
Pilsner Urquell
5. Who was the Czech theologian who was inspired by John Wycliffe and burned at the stake in 1415?
Tomáš Masaryk
Jerome of Prague
Karel Čapek
Jan Hus
6. What is the traditional Czech greeting taught to children?
Ahoj
Zdravím
Děkuji
Dobrý den
7. Which city is renowned for its beer festivals besides Prague?
České Budějovice
Plzen
Liberec
Brno
8. What unique celebration involves children receiving small gifts on their special day?
Solstice Festivals
Name Days (Svátek)
Children's Day
Harvest Days
9. During which period did the Czech tribes fortify settlements in Prague?
3rd to 5th century
13th to 15th century
6th to 9th century
10th to 12th century
10. Which political monument was built in 1955 and destroyed in 1962?
Stalin Monument
Gorbachev Wall
Marx Memorial
Lenin Statue
11. Which historical castle is a recommended visit outside of Prague?
Hluboká Castle
Rabi Castle
Veveri Castle
Karlštejn Castle
12. What significant event marked the end of Soviet influence in Czechoslovakia?
