Spain: Geography, History, and Culture Quiz

Question 1

What is the official language spoken in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Spanish

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Portuguese

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French

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Catalan

Question 2

Which city serves as the capital of Spain?

Accepted Answer

Madrid

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Barcelona

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Seville

Question 3

Identify the major river that flows through Spain.

Accepted Answer

Tagus River

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Rhine River

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Nile River

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Mississippi River

Question 4

Which mountain range forms the natural border between Spain and France?

Accepted Answer

Pyrenees

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Alps

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Carpathians

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Urals

Question 5

Name the iconic architectural landmark located in Spain.

Accepted Answer

Sagrada Familia

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Eiffel Tower

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Colosseum

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Statue of Liberty

Question 6

Which dance style is traditionally associated with Spain?

Accepted Answer

Flamenco

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Tango

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Salsa

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Waltz

Question 7

What is the currency used in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Euro

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Dollar

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Pound

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Yen

Question 8

Identify the major city situated in the southern region of Spain.

Accepted Answer

Valencia

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Berlin

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London

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Rome

Question 9

Which renowned artist originally hails from Spain?

Accepted Answer

Pablo Picasso

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Vincent van Gogh

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Claude Monet

Question 10

How did the Reconquista shape the religious and cultural identity of Spain?

Accepted Answer

It led to the dominance of Christianity and the marginalization of Islam.

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It fostered a harmonious blend of Christian and Muslim beliefs and traditions.

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It had minimal impact on Spain's religious and cultural identity.

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It ushered in an era of religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence.

Question 11

Spain is home to a major ecosystem that is a biodiversity hotspot, but faces challenges from habitat loss and fragmentation. Which ecosystem is this?

Accepted Answer

Mediterranean Forests

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Deciduous Forests

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Alpine Tundra

Question 12

Which of the following best describes Spain's role in international organizations and its foreign policy goals?

Accepted Answer

Spain helped establish the European Union and plays an active role in shaping its policies.

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Spain's foreign policy mainly focuses on building strong economic relationships with Latin American countries.

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Spain is not a member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

Question 13

What is the official language of Spain?

Accepted Answer

Spanish

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Portuguese

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Catalan

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Galician

Question 14

Which Spanish city is the capital of the country?

Accepted Answer

Madrid

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Barcelona

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Valencia

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Seville

Question 15

Which mountain range separates Spain and France?

Accepted Answer

Pyrenees

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Alps

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Carpathians

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Ural Mountains

Question 16

Which major river flows through Spain?

Accepted Answer

Tagus River

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Danube River

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Rhine River

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Seine River

Question 17

Who is a renowned historical figure from Spain?

Accepted Answer

Christopher Columbus

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Julius Caesar

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Napoleon Bonaparte

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William Shakespeare

Question 18

Which dance is traditionally associated with Spain?

Accepted Answer

Flamenco

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Tango

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Waltz

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Salsa

Question 19

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site is located in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Roman Aqueduct of Segovia

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Taj Mahal

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Great Wall of China

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Eiffel Tower

Question 20

What architectural style is characteristic of Spain?

Accepted Answer

Moorish influences

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Gothic spires

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Renaissance domes

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Art Nouveau designs

Question 21

What is the capital city of Spain?

Accepted Answer

マドリッド

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バルセロナ

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バレンシア

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セビーリャ

Question 22

スペインで主に話されている言語は？

Accepted Answer

スペイン語

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フランス語

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ポルトガル語

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カタルーニャ語

Question 23

スペインとフランスを隔てる有名な山脈は？

Accepted Answer

ピレネー山脈

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アルプス山脈

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カルパティア山脈

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ウラル山脈

Question 24

スペインの伝統的なダンスは？

Accepted Answer

フラメンコ

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タンゴ

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サルサ

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ワルツ

Question 25

スペイン発祥の独特な建築様式は？

Accepted Answer

ムーア様式

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ゴシック様式

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ロマネスク様式

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アールデコ様式

Question 26

シュルレアリスムの画家として知られるスペインの芸術家は？

Accepted Answer

サルバドール・ダリ

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フィンセント・ファン・ゴッホ

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パブロ・ピカソ

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クロード・モネ

Question 27

スペインで使用されている通貨は？

Accepted Answer

ユーロ

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ポンド

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ドル

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円

Question 28

Which city is the capital of Spain?

Accepted Answer

Madrid

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Barcelona

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Valencia

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Seville

Question 29

The Pyrenees Mountains form a natural border between Spain and which neighboring country?

Accepted Answer

France

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Portugal

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Andorra

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Morocco

Question 30

Spain's highest mountain peak is located in which mountain range?

Accepted Answer

Sierra Nevada Mountains

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Pyrenees Mountains

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Cantabrian Mountains

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Iberian Mountains

Question 31

Which famous artist was born in Spain and is known for his surrealist paintings?

Accepted Answer

Salvador Dalí

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Pablo Picasso

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Joan Miró

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Francisco Goya

Question 32

What is the name of the traditional Spanish dance characterized by its passionate and rhythmic movements?

Accepted Answer

Flamenco

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Tango

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Salsa

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Bolero

Question 33

Which Spanish explorer is credited with discovering the Americas for Spain?

Accepted Answer

Christopher Columbus

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Hernán Cortés

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Francisco Pizarro

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Vasco da Gama

Question 34

What is the official language spoken in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Spanish

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Catalan

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Galician

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Basque

Question 35

Which political system does Spain currently have?

Accepted Answer

Constitutional monarchy

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Republic

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Dictatorship

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Federal system

Question 36

How have industrialization, tourism, and agriculture contributed to Spain's economic growth?

Accepted Answer

Industrialization, tourism, and agriculture all helped Spain's economy grow, creating a more diverse and wealthy country.

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Industrialization boosted cities, but tourism and agriculture stayed the same.

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Tourism became the most important industry, while industrialization and agriculture became less important.

Question 37

How has the role of women in Spanish society changed since the late 20th century?

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Women have gained a more prominent role in education, work, and politics.

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Women have faced continued marginalization and limited opportunities.

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Women have achieved full equality with men in all aspects of life.

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Women are still mostly limited to traditional gender roles and societal restrictions.

Question 38

Which mountain range serves as the natural border between Spain and France?

Accepted Answer

Pyrenees

Answer

Alps

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Carpathian Mountains

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Sierra Nevada

Question 39

What city is the capital of Spain?

Accepted Answer

Madrid

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Barcelona

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Seville

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Valencia

Question 40

Which river is a major waterway in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Ebro River

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Rhine River

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Danube River

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Po River

Question 41

What is the name of the strait that separates Spain from Morocco?

Accepted Answer

Strait of Gibraltar

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Strait of Hormuz

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Strait of Magellan

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Strait of Malacca

Question 42

Which of the following is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Alhambra Palace

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Eiffel Tower

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Colosseum

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Great Wall of China

Question 43

What is the primary official language spoken in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Spanish

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Catalan

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Basque

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Galician

Question 44

Which Spanish artist is renowned for their surrealist paintings?

Accepted Answer

Salvador Dalí

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Pablo Picasso

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Francisco Goya

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Diego Velázquez

Question 45

What is the name of the traditional Spanish dance characterized by passionate and rhythmic footwork?

Accepted Answer

Flamenco

Answer

Tango

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Salsa

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Waltz

Question 46

Which Spanish dish is known for its combination of rice, seafood, and vegetables?

Accepted Answer

Paella

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Tacos

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Sushi

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Pizza

Question 47

What is the name of the autonomous region in Spain known for its distinct language and culture?

Accepted Answer

Catalonia

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Andalusia

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Basque Country

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Galicia

Question 48

What is the capital city of Spain?

Accepted Answer

Madrid

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Barcelona

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Seville

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Valencia

Question 49

Which mountain range forms the natural border between Spain and France?

Accepted Answer

Pyrenees

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Caucasus

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Alps

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Carpathians

Question 50

Which renowned artist was born in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Pablo Picasso

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Vincent van Gogh

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Claude Monet

Question 51

What is the official language spoken in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Spanish (Castilian)

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French

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Portuguese

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Catalan

Question 52

Which sector is a prominent industry in Spain's economy?

Accepted Answer

Tourism

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Manufacturing

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Agriculture

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Mining

Question 53

What is the name of the traditional dance style that originated in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Flamenco

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Ballet

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Salsa

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Tango

Question 54

Which dish is a culinary specialty of Spain?

Accepted Answer

Paella

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Sushi

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Tacos

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Pizza

Question 55

What is the currency used in Spain?

Accepted Answer

Euro

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Pound

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Dollar

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Yen