Fascinating Places Quiz 1 - A

How many categories of wonders of the world are there?

• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5

Which category of wonders includes the Great Wall of China and Christ the Redeemer?

• 7 Wonders of the New World
• 7 Wonders of the Ancient World
• 7 Wonders of the Natural World
• 7 Wonders of the Modern World

Which of the following is NOT one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World?

• Hanging Gardens of Babylon
• Statue of Zeus at Olympia
• Colossus at Rhodes
• Eiffel Tower

Which modern wonder is located in Italy?

• Channel Tunnel
• Itaipu Dam
• Empire State Building
• Roman Colosseum

Which wonder is located in Egypt?

• Taj Mahal
• Great Pyramid of Giza
• Machu Picchu
• Statue of Zeus at Olympia

Which wonder is located in the United States?

• Great Wall of China
• Golden Gate Bridge
• Harbour of Rio
• Petra

When was UNESCO founded?

• 1945
• 1950
• 1955
• 1940

What was the main purpose of creating UNESCO?

• Promote understanding between peoples and secure peace
• Promote tourism in different countries
• Promote trade between countries
• Promote sports and cultural events

Which organization is UNESCO a part of?

• World Health Organization
• United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
• International Monetary Fund
• World Trade Organization

In what year did the first member states of UNESCO sign the World Heritage Convention?

• 1952
• 1962
• 1972
• 1982