Austria

Austria is a landlocked country in central Europe, bordered by several countries including Switzerland and Germany. It has a population of 8.5 million, mostly German-speaking and Roman Catholic. Vienna, its capital, is known for its architecture and historical significance as an imperial city. Austria is a prosperous federal republic with a strong economy, famous for its ski resorts and cultural heritage, including Mozart and the Salzburg music festival. The country is geographically dominated by the Alps, with a mix of alpine and continental climates, and is traversed by the Danube River.

Which of the following countries does NOT border Austria?

• Switzerland

• France

• Germany

• Italy

What type of government does Austria have today?

• Monarchy

• Federal parliamentary republic

• Communist state

• Dictatorship

Which famous composer was born in Austria?

• Franz Schubert

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Johann Sebastian Bach

• Ludwig van Beethoven

What is the name of the traditional Austrian dish that consists of fried breaded steak?

• Bratwurst

• Goulash

• Ratatouille

• Schnitzel

Which river is the largest in Austria, flowing through the Danube Valley?

• Danube

• Seine

• Elbe

• Rhine