Fun Facts about Italy

What shape is the pennisula of Italy?

• Triangle-shaped
• Square-shaped
• Boot-shaped
• Circular-shaped

Where is Italy located?

• Italy is located in Northern Africa.
• Italy is located in Southern Europe.
• Italy is located in Asia.
• Italy is located in South America.

1. Italy is the _______ most populated country in Europe. 

• seventh
• fifth
• fourth

• first

What sea is Italy largely located in?

• Dead Sea

• Red Sea
• Black Sea
• Mediterranean Sea

The Italian island of Sardinia is one of five regions in the world to be called a Blue Zone. What is a Blue Zone?

• A Blue Zone is a type of marine reserve.
• A Blue Zone is a region known for its high levels of pollution.
• A Blue Zone is a designation for areas with extreme weather conditions.
• A Blue Zone is a region where there are a high number of people who live much longer than the average.

The capital of Italy is one of the oldest cities of the world – it was founded in 753 BCE. What is the capital of Italy?

• Rome
• Venice
• Milan
• Florence

With around 60 million tourists a year. Italy is the world’s ______ most visited country.

• third
• first
• tenth
• fifth

What do the colors of Italy's flag symbolize?

• Green symbolizes hope, white represents faith, and red stands for charity.
• Green symbolizes prosperity, white represents loyalty, and red stands for justice.
• Green represents nature, white symbolizes unity, and red stands for courage.
• Green symbolizes peace, white represents purity, and red stands for strength.

The smallest country in the world is inside Italy, namely, Rome. What is that city?

• Milan
• Florence
• San Marino
• Vatican City

Previously, Italy’s currency was the Lira. What is it today?

• Pound
• Yen
• Euro
• Dollar