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WorksheetsSwitzerland general knowledge part 2
Total questions: 37
Worksheet time: 12mins
What is the spoken language in the Canton of Ticino in Switzerland?
French
Italian
Romansh
German
What is the spoken language in the Canton of Fribourg in Switzerland?
German
French
English
Italian
What is the spoken language in the Canton of Bern in Switzerland?
French
Italian
German
Romansh
What is the spoken language in the Canton of Valais in Switzerland?
French
English
Italian
German
What is the largest lake in Switzerland?
Lake Lucerne
Lake Constance
Lake Zurich
Lake Geneva
Which is the highest mountain in Europe?
Mont Blanc
Mount Jungfrau
Mount Rigi
Mount Elbrus
Which is the highest mountain in Switzerland?
Jungfrau
Titlis
Matterhorn
Dufourspitze
How many cantons does Switzerland have?
20
26
10
32
How far is Geneva from Zurich by train?
4:00 hrs
7:00 hrs
5:30 hrs
2:45 hrs
How far is Milan from Zurich by train?
3:30 hrs
9:00 hrs
5:00 hrs
6:00 hrs
How far are the Swiss Alpsfrom Zurich by train?
5:00 hrs
3:00 hrs
8:30 hrs
7:00 hrs
What is the official name of Switzerland?
Schweizerische Eidgenossenschaft
Confederazione Svizzera
Confédération Suisse
Confoederatio Helvetica
Ticino is the only Italian speaking canton. Which is the name of its capital?
Rome
Bellinzona
Lugano
Milan
The Swiss call this next city Bärn in German. In English, however, the city shares its name with the canton it can be located in. The Zeitglockenturm or Zytglogge clock tower is one of this city's most iconic sites. What city is this?
Winterthur
Basel
Bern
Geneva
Our travels take us to the mountainous areas of Switzerland, and we tour the glacier near the Eiger, and marvel at the valley of the cascading waterfalls near Lauterbrunnen. Our hotel is located in the nearby resort town whose name literally means "between the lakes". Where are we staying?
Interlaken
Zermatt
Brienzersee
Thun
Which of the following cities is closest to the Jura Mountains?
St. Moritz
Appenzell
Lugano
Neuchatel
Which is the name of the capital of the biggest canton?
Lausanne
Sion
Chur
Bern
This large Swiss city has been named the number one city in the world for quality of life several times since 2006. Because it is so busy, the city is sometimes called Downtown Switzerland for its many shops and businesses. Which city is this that is home to Grossmunster Church and host to an annual film festival?
Fribourg
Geneva
Bern
Zurich
The highest point in Switzerland, Dufour Peak, is a mere 40 miles/70 km from the lowest point in the country, Lake Maggiore, and the town of Ascona is located on the shores of the lake. Which feature, not usually associated with Switzerland, will you see in Ascona?
Palm trees
Glaciers
Volcanoes
Tar pits
The James Bond film "On Her Majesty's Secret Service" was filmed in 1969. On which mountain did the filming take place?
Rigi
Jungfraujoch
Pilatus
Mount Schilthorn
This ski town which has hosted two winter Olympic games. What is the name of this town?
Engelberg
Davos
Zermatt
St. Moritz
This next city's name translates to New Castle in English from the German, French and Italian. It is located in the Jura Mountains and is a center for Swiss watchmaking. Which French-speaking city is this?
Basel
Winterthur
Neuchâtel
Fribourg
The Centovalli train passes through a series of picturesque villages. One end of this line terminates in Domodossola, Italy. Which Swiss city lies at the other end of the line?
Basel
St. Moritz
Geneva
Locarno
What is the second largest city of Switzerland?
Basel
Geneva
Zurich
Bern
The Swiss Guard is the private bodyguard of the Pope located in The Vatican and are in fact a highly trained unit of soldiers. This can be traced back to the French Revolution when defending Louis XVI. Many were killed, maimed and tortured. What is the name of the monument the Swiss people erected to pay homage to their bravery?
The Lion of Lucerne
Chillon Castle
Laufen Castle
The Chapel Bridge
Which Swiss town is famous for its annual jazz festival?
Montreux
Lucerne
Zurich
St. Gallen
The Rhine Falls is a popular tourist destination in the northern part of Switzerland. Which Swiss city is home to the Rhine Falls?
Stein am Rhein
St. Gallen
St. Gotthard
Schaffhausen
This city in Switzerland's westernmost corner is famous for the Jet d'Eau, a shooting fountain. However, it is probably best known for a convention held by the League of Nations in 1919. Which francophone city is this?
Winterthur
Lucerne
Geneva
Zurich
Many international organizations are headquartered in Geneva or have significant presence there. Which of the following prominent organizations has its central office here?
Doctors Without Borders (Medecins sans Frontieres)
Amnesty International
UNICEF (United Nations Children's Emergency Fund
The International Red Cross
Although most people in this northern city speak German, its name actually comes from the Greek word of kingship. Until 2010, the city housed Switzerland's tallest building, the Messeturm. It also has a somewhat infamous railway system, with stations for Switzerland, Germany and France. Which city is this?
Koniz
Bern
Basel
Frauenfeld
As we drive along the border of Switzerland, we come to the independent principality of Liechtenstein, and drive through its capital, Vaduz. Before we know it, we are out of this country again, but we are not in Switzerland, either. Which country are we in?
Germany
France
Italy
Austria
What is the name of the largest waterfall in Switzerland?
Rhine Falls
Staubbach Falls
Trümmelbach Falls
Giessbach Falls
Which Swiss city is known for its annual film festival and Grossmunster Church?
Fribourg
Geneva
Bern
Zurich
What is the name of the mountain in Switzerland where the James Bond film "On Her Majesty's Secret Service" was filmed?
Rigi
Jungfraujoch
Pilatus
Mount Schilthorn
What is the name of the largest river in Switzerland?
Rhine
Aare
Reuss
Linth
Which Swiss city is known for its annual carnival and the Lion Monument?
Basel
Lucerne
Zurich
Lausanne
How many official languages does Switzerland have?
2
3
4
5
