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Cultural Heritage

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10 questions on Cultural Heritage. Do you know the difference between Tangible and Intangible Cultural heritage? Do you know where Cacerés is? Test yourself and discover more!

Image: Replica of Viking boat – Picture of Gudvangen Fjordtell, Gudvangen.

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Veritage - Cultural Heritage

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Cultural heritage comes in many shapes and forms. How many?

Two: tangible and intangible

Three: tangible, intangible and natural

Four: tangible, intangible, natural and digital

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All the products of art, creativity, history and cultural expression can be considered as heritage.

True

False

3 / 10

What does intangible heritage include?

Historic towns

Festive events

Monuments

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What kind of heritage is a landscape?

Natural heritage

Intangible heritage

Tangible Heritage

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Among the following choose the one that represents an example of “tangible heritage”

Nordic clinker boat traditions

Old Town of Cáceres in Spain

Old Town of Panevėžys in Lithuania

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Among the following choose the one that represents an example of “intangible heritage”

Cross-crafting and its symbolism in Lithuania

Pippi Longstocking legend in Sweden

The Carbonara spaghetti in Italy

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Among the following choose the one that represents an example of “natural heritage

The Pisa’s tower

The laponian area

Baltic song and dance celebrations

8 / 10

Digital technologies breathes cultural heritage into a new life as they…

give to citizens unprecedented opportunities to access cultural materials

give to citizens opportunities to record their visit to cultural sites by mobiles and other devices

give to public bodies the opportunity to reduce the costs for the conservation of the tangible cultural heritage

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The elements composing the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity of UNESCO are about...

50

90

500

10 / 10

2018 was…

the European Year of Cultural Heritage

the European Year of UNESCO

the European Year of biodiversity

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Art and artists 13 questions…

13 questions on Art and artists. Do you know who designed the Campari soda bottle? Do you know Andy Warhol? Test yourself and discover more!

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Veritage - Art and artists

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Pop artists borrowed imagery from...

Popular culture from sources including television, comic books, and print advertising often to challenge conventional values propagated by the mass media.

Popcorn in order to mean a crackling art.

Popping, a form of urban dance originating in California in the late 1970s, involving rhythmic contractions of the dancer\'s muscles to accent the beat.

2 / 12

An example of subject matter of a still life painting or sculpture is...

A bouquet of flowers

A landscape

A woman standing still

3 / 12

Photography is an art form...

True

False

4 / 12

The earliest graffitis was created by...

The cavemen

Jean-Michel Basquiat

Keith Haring

5 / 12

Astrid Lindgren most famous character is...

Pippi Longstocking

Karlsson on the Roof

The Children of Noisy Village

6 / 12

Nicéphore Niépce was...

A painter

A photographer

A chef

7 / 12

Peter Carl Fabergé is famous for...

His eggs

His paintings

His films

8 / 12

The Art-Eggcident by Henk Hofstra in Leeuwarden, Netherlands, 2008 is an example of...

Environmental art project

Art performance

Temporary art installation

9 / 12

The Andy Warhol Campbell’s Soup Cans - 1962 is an example of...

Pop art

Contemporary art

Italian futurism

10 / 12

The world wide famous “Bottle of Campari soda” was designed by...

Fortunato Depero

Botero

Alphonse Mucha

11 / 12

Goethe′s ′Italian Journey′ tells...

The writer’s “Grand Tour” in Italy

The adventure of his character “Young Werther”

The writer’s experience within the “Sturm und Drang” literary movement

12 / 12

The birth of modern art can be traced to...

The Industrial Revolution

The first World War

The first masterpiece of Andy Warhol

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Gastronomic culture

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10 questions on the gastronomic culture. Test yourself and discover more!

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Veritage - Gastronomic culture

1 / 10

The Maya civilization used cacao beans as:

Toys

Spices

Currency

Building material

2 / 10

Smorgasbord is a Swedish term, meaning an abundant buffet meal set with several hot and cold dishes, from appetizers to desserts, laid out together on the table during

Christmas

New Year‘s Eve

It is not related to a specific holiday

The Midsummer festival

3 / 10

The oldest winery is founded in:

Armenia

Egypt

Greece

Italy

4 / 10

The slow food campaign is an new modern wave of gastronomy

Yes

No

5 / 10

The most popular beverage in the word is water. The second is …

Coffee

Tea

Wine

Lemonade

6 / 10

Punsch-roll is a tradition sweet type of snack of coffee break in:

Spain

Lithuania

Sweden

Italy

7 / 10

Baguette is a traditional type of bread of:

Italy

Spain

Portugal

France

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Šakotis (tree cake) is one of the most important desserts in celebrations, especially at weddings or other special occasions in:

Italy

Lithuania

Spain

Sweden

9 / 10

Customary to eat eggs at Easter came from

Christian symbolism

practical reasons

answers a-b are right

none of the answers is right

10 / 10

EU seeks to ensure the protection and preservation of the gastronomic heritage of the Member States by awarding special quality labels to individual foods and drinks. Why it is important for a chef:

These products may only be used in a certain region / country

By using products with these special quality marks, it contributes to preserving their uniqueness and quality

When preparing meals with these products, a certain recipe must be followed

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EU values

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10 questions on the Eu values. What is the impact of the EU in our daily life? Test yourself and discover more!

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Veritage - European Union and how is relevant to your daily life

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Who were these founding members of the EU?

Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Spain.

Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg and the Netherlands.

Belgium, France, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Denmark.

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What do the 12 golden stars on a blue background represent?

The number of countries that were part of the EU when the flag was designed.

Unity, solidarity and harmony among the people of Europe.

The circle of knowledge and truth.

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Anna, a swedish girl, has just finished school and would like to improve her Italian. She enrols on a two-month crash course at a language school in Italy.
What does she have to do before leaving?

Nothing. She can start packing her suitcase and take off for Italy! As an EU citizen Anna has the right to study in any other EU country.

Anna needs to apply for a temporary residence permit before going to Italy.

Anna needs to apply for a visa to study in Italy.

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In Italy, Anna meets Pavel, an Erasmus+ student from Czechia. Which of the following is true?

The Erasmus+ programme helps young people to study in their own country.

The Erasmus+ programme is only for university students and does not include other ways of learning.

The Erasmus+ programme provides opportunities for partnerships amongst schools and organisations from other EU countries.

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Anna needs to buy new headphones in Italy and hopes that they will be safe to use. She also does some shopping online. But what are her rights as a consumer? Which of these statements is true?

Products sold within the EU's single market must fulfil EU-wide safety and environmental requirements.

Under EU rules you have the right to a minimum one-year guarantee for consumer products such as electronic goods.

If you buy goods or a service online or outside of a shop (by telephone, mail order, or from a door-to-door salesperson), you have the right to cancel and return your order within 10 days.

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Back in Sweden, Anna tells her grandmother about the European adventures. Her grandmother says it must cost a lot to provide all these benefit. Which of these statements is wrong?

Every citizen enjoys the huge benefits that the EU brings for less than the price of a cup of coffee per day.

Around 6% of the EU budget is spent on administration. 94% goes to EU countries for policies and programmes that benefit citizens directly, and to countries outside the EU.

10% of the budget for 2014-2020 was spent on actions related to climate change.

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While in Italy, Anna stay in touch with her friends and family at home on her smartphone. She calls and texts her friends and family and uses social media apps to share pictured and experiences with them. What about Anna's roaming costs? Which of these statement is true?

Anna can ‘roam like at home’ with her Swedish smartphone without any limitations even if she stays in Italy for a lot longer.

As long as Anna travels periodically and spends more time in her home country than abroad, she will only pay what she would pay at home.

Roam like at home does not apply automatically. Anna will need to contact her operator to activate it.

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Anna has a fantastic time in Czechia but, during a visit to one of the many beautiful monuments, she falls and twist her ankle. Fortunatly she has remember to bring her European Health Insurance Card with her. Which of these statements is true?

Anna has the right to private healthcare free of charge.

Anna can receive public health care and pay the same fees as locals with her European Health Insurance Card.

As she is not Czech, Anna will have to pay for all the public health care received there.

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Travelling is now much easier in Europe. Most EU countries have taken away their border controls thanks to the Schengen Agreement. Anna is travelling by bus from Italy to Czechia via Austria, and is excited about her trip. Does Anna needs to bring her passport whit her during the trip?

No. Austria, Czechia and Italy are among the 22 EU and 4 non-EU countries that have removed internal border controls within the Schengen area. So, in principle, Anna can travel freely across internal borders. (Member States may reintroduce border controls only on a temporary basis, for instance in the event of a threat to internal security).

Yes. Czechia is not a Schengen country, so Anna cannot pass the border without going through the border control.

No, within Europe, you have to show your passport or ID card at the border only when you are travelling to Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.

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Anna would like to visit her new Czech friend Pavel in his hometown. She wonders how easy this will be. Which of these statements is true?

Since the EU broke up national monopolies and permitted competition in the aviation sector in Europe, flying has become more expensive.

More cities and regions now have their own airports and there are more direct flights between them.

Anna will have no right to compensation if her flight is delayed or overbooked.

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The treasures of Literature

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10 questions on the literary heritage. Test yourself and discover more!

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Veritage - The treasures of Literature

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When, how and why was Europe literature born?

European literature was born almost at the same time throughout Europe around 1200, when for the first time the vulgar language, rather than Latin, was used for literary purposes.

European literature was born in Northern Italy, closer to France, around 1200, when for the first time the vulgar language, rather than Latin, was used for literary purposes.

European literature was born during the Middle Ages, especially in the period around the year 1000. It was born when the vernacular began to assert itself in place of Latin for literary purposes, to celebrate the values of the time.

European literature was born in the south of France, in Provence around 1000 when for the first time Latin was used for literary purposes instead of the vernacular.

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The novel "Dracula" is partly set in Transylvania: where is it?

Romania

Hungary

Germany

Austria

3 / 10

In which popular story would you find a talking cricket?

Cinderella

Pinocchio

Snowwhite

Peter Pan

4 / 10

Where must Beauty reside in "Beauty and the Beast"?

Dungeon

Cave

Her House

The Beast's Castel

5 / 10

What do Hansel and Gretel leave behind to find their way back in "Hansel and Gretel"?

Rope

Paper

Bread Crumbs

Notes

6 / 10

In "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone", which task is put in place by Snape to protect the Philosopher's Stone?

A riddle of poisonous potions

Devil's snare

Fluffy

The flying key

7 / 10

Which is the oldest European surviving book?

Romeo and Juliet by Shakespeare

Don Quixote by Cervantes

The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco

St. Cuthbert Gospel which is in Durham cathedral

8 / 10

Who is Frankenstein?

Frankenstein is a monster

Frankenstein is a doctor

Frankenstein is the name of the writer who wrote a book about a monster

Frankenstein is the nickname of a horrible creature

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Two of the main writers in the world died on the same day. Which ones?

Miguel de Cervantes and William Shakespeare

Marcel Proust and Astrid Lindgren

Dan Brown and J.K Rowling

Dante and Oscar Wilde

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A plane pilot tells us the best friendship ever written: which is the title?

Don Quixote

The Little Prince

Pippi Longstocking

Romeo and Juliet

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The key competence framework

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10 questions to check your knowledge on the key competences. Test yourself and discover more!

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Veritage - Key competences framework

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The Digital Education Action Plan (2021-2027) has as the main goal:

Achieve high-quality, inclusive and accessible digital education in Europe.

Bridge a gap between degrees or their initial formal education

Ensure that more language teachers have the opportunity to learn and study abroad

2 / 10

According to the European Council, the State Members should focus on making sure that citizens only master their native language to communicate.

True

False

3 / 10

The Council Recommendation lacks in providing a common European reference framework on key competences for policymakers, education and training providers, social partners and learners themselves.

True

False

4 / 10

The Recommendation on Key Competences for Lifelong Learning adopted by the European Council is a reference tool for education and training stakeholders.

True

False

5 / 10

The European Council has adopted a Recommendation on Key Competences for Lifelong Learning which identifies key competences needed for personal fulfilment, a healthy and sustainable lifestyle, employability, active citizenship, and social inclusion. These key competencies are focused on:

Literacy

Multilingualism

Entrepreneurship

Digital and technology-based competences

All the above and more

6 / 10

The European Council wants to promote the development of key competences for life learning by implementing the following strategies: (cross the wrong strategy)

Providing high-quality education, training and lifelong learning for all

Supporting educational staff in implementing competence-based teaching and learning approaches

Providing financial support for European traveling tours to share cultures

Exploring approaches to assess and validate key competences

Encouraging a variety of learning approaches and contexts for continued learning

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The citizenship competence is the ability to act as responsible citizens and to fully participate in civic and social life, based on understanding of social, economic, legal and political concepts and structures.

True

False

8 / 10

According to the European Commission not everyone has the right to quality and inclusive education, training, and lifelong learning.

True

False

9 / 10

The European Commission works with EU Member States to support and reinforce the development of key competences and basic skills for all, from an early age throughout life.

True

False

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The key competences are a combination of knowledge, skills and attitudes.

True

False

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Geography and history of the EU

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10 questions on of the geography and history in the EU. Test yourself and discover more!

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Veritage - Geography and History in the EU

1 / 10

Until 1901, the world’s tallest building was:

Commercial building

Church

Cultural purpose building

They competed with each other

2 / 10

The Curonian Spit, part of Unesco World Heritage list, is surrounded by:

The Baltic Sea

Mediterranean Sea

The North Sea

The Black Sea

3 / 10

Shipwrecks, that can be found in The Azores archipelago are connected to different aspects of European history, such as:

the travels of Marco Polo from Europe to Asia

voyages of Ancient Greek times

emigration ships from Europe to America

migrant crisis in Europe, started in 2015

4 / 10

Migration of Europeans is an important part of Europe history:

No, it is phenomenon of 21 century

Yes, the migration of the European population has taken place steadily and intensified at certain historical stages

Yes, but only at ancient times

No, it is more common among the inhabitants of other continents

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Schengen, a village situated at the banks of the Moselle River, known for the Schengen Agreement is situated in the the border triangle of :

Luxembourg, Germany, and France

France, Italy, and Monaco

Belgium, France, and Luxembourg

Belgium, Holland, Luxembourg

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Vikings are sailors from...

Iberian Peninsula

Baltic countries

Scandinavia

The Great Britain

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The Habsburg Empire-whose The Imperial Palace was the symbol-was a multi-ethnical and a multi-religious empire that include or are part of today:

Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia

Switzerland and German

Austria, Hungary, Czech Republic, Poland and Slovenia

Spain and Portugal

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The final destination of the The Grand Tour, journey around Europe by aristocratic young men, usually was:

London

Rome

Athens

Madrid

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The tea was brought to Europe by:

Portugal merchants from China

Christopher Columbus from America

William Adams from Japan

Vikings sailors from German

10 / 10

Lithuania and Poland has a historical period so-called Commonwealth of Both Nations

Yes

No

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EU institutions

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10 questions on EU institutions, bodies and agencies. Test yourself and discover more!

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Veritage - EU institutions, bodies and agencies

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The European Commission’s main roles are:

To propose and enforce new EU laws

To manage EU policies and funding

To represent the EU internationally

All the above

2 / 10

Out of the 27 countries that belong to the European Union group, which one had the latest entry?

Bulgaria

Romania

Croatia

Norway

3 / 10

Which institution provides funding for projects that help to achieve EU aims, both within and outside the EU?

European Central Bank

European Economic and Social Committee

European Investment Bank

4 / 10

What is the main role of the European Ombudsman?

Investigates complaints about maladministration by the EU and bodies.

Safeguards the privacy of people’s personal data.

Represents civil society, employers, and employees.

5 / 10

The main role of the European Court of Auditors is to check if EU funds are collected and used correctly, and help improve EU financial management.

True

False

6 / 10

Where is the Court of Justice of the European Union located?

Netherlands

Luxembourg

Denmark

7 / 10

Who is the president of the European Parliament 2019-2021?

Ursula von der Leyen

David-Maria Sassoli

Christine Lagarde

8 / 10

What are the main roles of the European Parliament?

Legislative roles

Supervisory roles

Budgetary roles

All the above

9 / 10

Which country has the highest number of seats in the European Parliament?

France

Germany

Italy

10 / 10

The European Parliament is the EU’s law-making body. It is directly elected by EU voters every:

4 years

5 years

6 years

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Tourism

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10 questions on tourism in Europe. Test yourself and discover more!

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VEriTage Tourism

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In 2019 the first tourist destination in the world was... (source UNWTO)

United States of America

South America

Europe

2 / 10

Among the following, which was the most visited Museum in 2019 (Statista)?

Prado Museum

Pompidou Center

Vatican Museums

3 / 10

Which castle is NOT located in a EU country?

Kaunas castle

Torrechiara Castle

Eilean Dona

Alcázar

4 / 10

On a Mediterranean Cruise you can visit...

Barcelona, Monaco, Rome, Naples, Cairo

Palma de Mallorca, Rome, Venice, Huelva

Barcelona, Principality of Monaco, Rome, Palermo

5 / 10

Which European cathedral has been the most visited in history?

Basilica of Saint Peter in the Vatican

Notre-Dame de Paris

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence

6 / 10

Which monument is represented in the photo?

Alcalá Gate

Royal palace of Venaria

Brandenburg Gate

7 / 10

The Serrano ham is a typical product of ...

Spain

Italy

Lithuania

Sweden

8 / 10

Among the following most visited mountains in the world, which is not in Europe?

The Volcano Etna

Mont Blanc

K2 Mountain

Kebnekaise

9 / 10

In 2019, the most visited region in Europe was... (by number of nights of stay)

Jadranska Hrvatska (Croatia)

Islas Canarias (Spain)

Veneto region (Italy)

10 / 10

The world-famous Icehotel is located in...

Jukkasjärvi (Sweden)

Vilnius (Lithuania)

Bolzano (Italy)

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EU economics

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VEriTage - Economics

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Among the 27 countries that make up the EU, how many are included in the "eurozone"?

15

19

24

2 / 10

Where does the euro rank as a global currency (European Central Bank data)?

First

Second

Fourth

3 / 10

When was the European Central Bank created?

In 1998, with the aim of maintaining price stability in the eurozone.

In 2002, with the entry of the euro

In 1993, at the same time as the creation of the European Union, in Maastricht.

4 / 10

When did the Euro come into circulation in Spain?

January 2001

December 2002

January 2002

5 / 10

Where is the central headquarters of the ECB (European Central Bank) located?

Brussels

Luxembourg

Frankfurt

6 / 10

What countries did not join the Euro in 2002, but did later?

Lithuania, Sweden, United Kingdom

Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania

Latvia, Lithuania, Portugal

7 / 10

Which is the most important sector for the Spanish economy?

Services sector

Construction

Agriculture

8 / 10

Which is the main producer of rice in the EU?

Italy

Spain

Germany

9 / 10

What is the currency of Sweden?

Krona

Euro

Lei

10 / 10

When considering the world’s trade in goods, the EU accounts for around…

10%

15%

30%

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