CFBS - Quiz #1

Which region of France is associated with the origin of Camembert cheese?

• Nord-Pas-de-Calais

• Provence

• Normandie

• Bretagne

Which French cheese is known for its strong smell and is made from sheep's milk?

• Emmental

• Roquefort

• Comté

• Brie

Who is known as the "Sun King"?

• Louis XIV

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• Louis XVI

• Charlemagne

When is the National Holiday (Independence Day) in France?

• 14th of May

• 14th of June

• 14th of July

• 14th of August

What is the symbol of Liberty and the French Republic?

• Marianne

• Adele

• Marylou

• Juliette

Where did the French Revolution start?

• The Tour Eiffel

• The Château de Verailles

• The Bastille

• The Arc of Triumph

Which set of characteristics best symbolizes Louis XIV?

• Humble, minimalist, nature enthusiast

• Reserved, silver, monochromatic

• Democratic, simplicity and modesty

• Luxury, gold, vibrant colors & contrasts

What is the historical significance of the French Revolution?

• It resulted in the unification of all French-speaking countries

• It led to the fall of the monarchy and the rise of the French Republic

• It led to the creation of the European Union

• It abolished all religious institutions in France

How much cheese does each person in France consume annually on average?

• 8 kgs per year

• 13 kgs per year

• 26 kgs per year

• 39 kgs per year

What is “La Marseillaise”?

• a French culinary specialty

• a French National Anthem

• a French monument

• a region of France