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Quiz about One Mans Expedition
Quiz about One Mans Expedition

One Man's Expedition Trivia Quiz


Ian has decided that being a Beeronian will not help him with understanding his 'Ian-ness', so he is off to find his real roots. Let's see where he goes!

A multiple-choice quiz by beergirllaura. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
343,455
Updated
Jul 23 22
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Easy
Avg Score
8 / 10
Plays
712
Awards
Top 20% Quiz
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Question 1 of 10
1. Ian is sitting at a cafe in Samara, a bowl of shchi cooling as he watches a musician plucking out a tune on his gusli. What nationality is he considering might be his? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. Ian is tuckered out - his visit to Manú National Park was truly arduous. Now he is looking forward to purchasing an empanada and a tamale from a street vendor, and washing his meal down with a glass of the national drink - pisco. What nationality is the street vendor - and possibly Ian? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Kurdish music is playing softly as Ian watches the carpet weavers at work, their hands deftly knotting the colorful wool. With his stomach growling, he leaves in search of some Naan or kababs, and wonders if perhaps his roots are here in Tabriz. What nationality is he considering might be his? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Ian is in Yerevan, enjoying a glass of the country's famed cognac, and contemplating whether to buy a piece of locally found obsidian - or a shawl crafted from needlelace - for his favorite niece. Which nationality is proud to claim these cultural treasures? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. The sun is setting over the Caribbean coast, and as Ian sips his cup of coffee, he enjoys the street scenes of Cartagena. And wonders if this might be his heritage. But, what nationality is he wondering about? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Ian nods as a passerby calls him 'mate', and looks back down at his plate. He has finished up his meal of Vegemite on damper, and all that is left for him to try is the quandong. He looks back up, catching sight of a famous bridge, and wonders if he may be which nationality? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Ian is enjoying Lagos - and devouring some coconut rice as he listens to the palm-wine music. He knows what culture he is appreciating now, but do you? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Mont Blanc was magnificent, and Verona practically echoed with whispered words of hopeless, if fictional, love. Ian settles into a chair at the trattoria, and relaxes as he sips his espresso, thinking maybe this is his heritage after all. What nationality is he appreciating now?

Answer: (7 Letters)
Question 9 of 10
9. Port-au-Prince is busy, colorful, rich in tradition, friendship and smiles. Ian looks around, amazed at both the hope and recovery he sees, and wants to think that this may be his culture, his spirit, his heritage. What nationality is he wanting to be his now? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Ian was impressed by the fjords, the thousands of islands and the numerous glaciers that he saw during his tour. But he is impressed now by the city of Oslo, his freedom to stroll down narrow cobbled streets and the lutefisk he is snacking on as he walks. What nationality is he exploring now?

Answer: (9 Letters)

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1. Ian is sitting at a cafe in Samara, a bowl of shchi cooling as he watches a musician plucking out a tune on his gusli. What nationality is he considering might be his?

Answer: Russian

With over 160 different ethnic groups and indigenous peoples, Russia has a diverse cultural heritage.
Shchi is a cabbage soup - usually eaten with rye bread. Borsch, blini, dressed herring, stuffed cabbage rolls and pelmeni are just a few of the traditional foods enjoyed in Russia.
There are distinctive styles of folk music among the different ethnic heritages, and in addition to the gusli, typical instruments include the balalaika and garmoshka. Folk music, handicrafts, fairy tales and traditions all vary somewhat throughout the country.
Samara is located in the southeastern part of European Russia, and was at one time home to Alexey Tolstoy (writer) and Dimitri Shostakovich (composer).
2. Ian is tuckered out - his visit to Manú National Park was truly arduous. Now he is looking forward to purchasing an empanada and a tamale from a street vendor, and washing his meal down with a glass of the national drink - pisco. What nationality is the street vendor - and possibly Ian?

Answer: Peruvian

Located in South America, Peru has primarily an Amerindian and Spanish heritage - although African, European and Asian influences can also be seen.
The art, literature, music and cuisine is diverse - a result of the numerous ethnic groups present throughout the country. At one time the home of the Incan Empire, the main language spoken is Spanish, but there is still a large number of Peruvians who speak Quechua.
Diversity in cuisine is due not only to the different ethnic groups, but also because of the wide variety of climates (28) within the country, which affects what can be successfully grown or raised from region to region.
Pisco is a kind of brandy which was developed by Spanish settlers in the 16th century.
3. Kurdish music is playing softly as Ian watches the carpet weavers at work, their hands deftly knotting the colorful wool. With his stomach growling, he leaves in search of some Naan or kababs, and wonders if perhaps his roots are here in Tabriz. What nationality is he considering might be his?

Answer: Iranian

Home to one of the oldest civilizations, Iran's culture is a mix of pre-Islamic and Islamic cultures. While several languages were developed in Iran, Persian is the most widely spoken, and the official language. And while 'the Islamic Republic of Iran' is the country's official name, both 'Iran' and 'Persia' are used interchangeably in casual conversation.
Composed of 31 provinces (with each province further divided into counties, districts and sub-districts) Iran's cuisine is diverse, with different specialties, as well as customs and styles, distinct to each province.
In addition to the ancient tradition of carpet weaving, Iran has a rich history of literature, mythology, music, art and architecture.
4. Ian is in Yerevan, enjoying a glass of the country's famed cognac, and contemplating whether to buy a piece of locally found obsidian - or a shawl crafted from needlelace - for his favorite niece. Which nationality is proud to claim these cultural treasures?

Answer: Armenian

Formerly a republic of the Soviet Union, Armenia has an ancient cultural heritage. Music is very important, and one of the oldest and best known instruments is the duduk - a traditional woodwind instrument. There is evidence of lacemaking that dates back to before Christianity, and unlike in Europe, lace was not restricted to or reserved for the nobility. In Armenia, 'needlelace' decorated everyday wear, and thus was a handicraft practiced by many women.
Obsidian jewelry is just one of the crafts featured at the 'Vernisage', the arts and craft market in Yerevan.
Armenian cognac is famous worldwide. Lamb, yoghurt, eggplant and bread are staples in most households, and fruits and nuts are used extensively in many dishes.
The pomegranate is Armenia's national fruit.
5. The sun is setting over the Caribbean coast, and as Ian sips his cup of coffee, he enjoys the street scenes of Cartagena. And wonders if this might be his heritage. But, what nationality is he wondering about?

Answer: Colombian

Ethnically diverse, Colombia's populace is comprised of the descendants of Amerindians, Spanish settlers, African slaves, and immigrants from Europe and the Middle East. The largest ethnic group in Colombia is the Mestizos - a mixture of Amerindian and European heritage. With such a wide range of influences, Colombia's culture is quite varied, with very strong regional identities.
Cumbia - both the music and dance - and salsa are famous Colombian traditions, as are the country's various carnivals and festivals. Family is very important in their culture, and familial ties are strong enough to keep extended families close for generations.
As with certain other South American countries, the diverse geography has resulted in distinctly different local cuisines, although chicken, pork, corn, rice, plantains and potatoes are fairly common in most households.
And, Colombia is famous for producing exquisite coffee.
6. Ian nods as a passerby calls him 'mate', and looks back down at his plate. He has finished up his meal of Vegemite on damper, and all that is left for him to try is the quandong. He looks back up, catching sight of a famous bridge, and wonders if he may be which nationality?

Answer: Australian

While Aboriginal culture is still to be found in Australia, since 1788 it has been heavily influenced by Anglo-Celtic Western cultures.
Australian wines have become world-class contenders, and beers such as Fosters and Victoria Bitter are popular not just in Australia, but worldwide.
Fresh produce, fish and seafood, and lamb are all widely available, and popular. Barbequing is considered a national tradition.
Art, literature, theater and music all have a long and diverse history in Australia.
7. Ian is enjoying Lagos - and devouring some coconut rice as he listens to the palm-wine music. He knows what culture he is appreciating now, but do you?

Answer: Nigerian

Located in West Africa, Nigeria has three main ethnic groups - the Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba. While the official language is English, there are several recognized national and regional languages.
Religion varies regionally, as does cuisine, art, literature and media, but there are some constants throughout the country, including a love of football.
8. Mont Blanc was magnificent, and Verona practically echoed with whispered words of hopeless, if fictional, love. Ian settles into a chair at the trattoria, and relaxes as he sips his espresso, thinking maybe this is his heritage after all. What nationality is he appreciating now?

Answer: Italian

Italy is a democratic republic, and home to a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The architecture has to be classified not only by period, but also by region, and its influences can be seen worldwide.
Art is an obvious heritage in Italy, with works from da Vinci to de Chirico gracing the walls of countless museums. Literature, theater, music and fashion are all hallmarks of Italy's involvement in the areas of art and culture, and trendsetting as well as historically relevant.
The cuisine has evolved over the centuries, with big changes occurring with the exploration of the New World - and the introduction of new foodstuffs such as tomatoes, maize and potatoes. There are distinct regional dishes, but throughout the country, wine and cheese hold prominent places in daily menus.
9. Port-au-Prince is busy, colorful, rich in tradition, friendship and smiles. Ian looks around, amazed at both the hope and recovery he sees, and wants to think that this may be his culture, his spirit, his heritage. What nationality is he wanting to be his now?

Answer: Haitian

Haiti is the smaller part of Hispaniola - the larger part being the Dominican Republic - and was devastated by an earthquake in 2010. The capital, Port-au-Prince, was hit the hardest, not only structurally, but also spiritually.
The country has a rich heritage of native Taino, French and African - and to a lesser degree, Spanish - influences. Folklore, music, dance and art are all marked by the integration of these different heritages, and the cuisine is similarly a mixture of several very different ethnic tastes. Extensive use of herbs, liberal use of peppers and a style that is not too spicy, yet not mild, is prevalent.
One of Haiti's most famous exports is rum - and it is also the country's most popular alcoholic beverage.
10. Ian was impressed by the fjords, the thousands of islands and the numerous glaciers that he saw during his tour. But he is impressed now by the city of Oslo, his freedom to stroll down narrow cobbled streets and the lutefisk he is snacking on as he walks. What nationality is he exploring now?

Answer: Norwegian

Norwegian art, music, dance, literature and architecture all have histories reaching back to pagan times. The cuisine is clearly influenced by the proximity of water - seafood being a prime staple in Norway's households.
The majority of Norway is Lutheran, although church attendance is low. Religious tolerance is high, however, with the minority religions being well-tolerated within the country.
Source: Author beergirllaura

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