Italian Culture Quiz

What iconic ancient structure in Rome was completed around AD 80 and is considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the World?

• The Colosseum

• The leaning tower of Pisa

• The Venice canals

Which Italian city is famous for its traditional Neapolitan pizza?

• Rome

• Florence

• Naples

Who painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City?

• Dante Alighieri

• Leonardo Da Vinci

• Michelangelo

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What everyday item was invented by Italian engineer Guglielmo Marconi in the late 19th century?

• Internet

• Radio

• Television

Who wrote the famous work "The Divine Comedy," considered one of the greatest literary works of all time?

• Giovanni Boccaccio

• Dante Alighieri

• Italo Calvino

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Which city in Italy is known as one of the world's fashion capitals and hosts a famous fashion week?

• Milan

• Rome

• Turin

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Which famous Italian opera composer wrote "La Traviata," "Aida," and "Rigoletto"?

• Antonio Vivaldi

• Giovanni Perluigi

• Giuseppe Verdi

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Which Italian football club is known as "The Old Lady" and has won the most Serie A titles in Italy?

• Milan

• Juventus

• Calcio

Which Italian film director is known for classics like "La Dolce Vita" and "8½"?

• Federico Fellini

• Michelangelo Antonioni

• Sergio Leone

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In which city did Italy defeat England to win the UEFA Euro 2020 football championship?

• Rome

• Paris

• London