IN VIENNA TODAY

The video begins with a greeting and a mention of a series. It then discusses the extensive damage Vienna suffered during WWII, highlighting the destruction of landmarks like St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Opera House. The Schönbrunn Castle was fortified by Hitler, and the Prater amusement park is now silent. An interesting development in Vienna is the teaching of English in schools, which started as an experiment and gained popularity. The video concludes with children expressing love for their family.

What significant event is mentioned at the beginning of the transcript?

• A Christmas greeting

• The end of World War II

• The signing of a peace treaty

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

Which landmark in Vienna was notably damaged during the war?

• The Eiffel Tower

• The Colosseum

• The Cathedral of St. Stephen

• The Leaning Tower of Pisa

What was the fate of the bridges over the Danube in Vienna?

• They were sold to foreign investors

• They were converted into pedestrian walkways

• They were destroyed before the Red Army captured Vienna

• They were preserved as historical sites

What was the Schönbrunn Castle used for during the war?

• A public museum

• A university

• A military stronghold

• A royal residence

What educational change occurred in Vienna's elementary schools post-war?

• Introduction of English lessons

• Introduction of German lessons

• Introduction of Spanish lessons

• Introduction of French lessons