Keep Out of Reach Quiz | Geography

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1. The first city that Getha visits was once called Christiania. One of the museums in this city is dedicated to painter Edvard Munch. What is the first destination on Getha's itinerary?

Answer: Oslo

Oslo is the capital of Norway. It was founded in 1048 by King Harald III. After a fire in 1624, the city was largely destroyed and rebuilt with the name of Christiania. In 1925 it was once again given the name of Oslo. The city is located near the Oslofjord and is the government centre of Norway.

One of the museums in Oslo is dedicated to painter Edvard Munch. He was born in 1863 in Adalsbruk, Norway. After Munch 's death in 1944, his work was donated to the city of Oslo. The Munch Museum first opened in 1963. At the museum you will be able to see the most famous painting by Munch called "The Scream".

2. The second city that Getha graces with her presence has a suburb which was named after the ancient civilization of Carthage. In this city she will be able to visit the Bardo National Museum, which shows Roman mosaics and antiquities from Greece. What is the second destination Getha goes to?

Answer: Tunis

Tunis is the capital of Tunisia, a country located in northern Africa on the Mediterranean Sea. According to historic sources, the city was originally founded in 4 BC. It is located on the Gulf of Tunis, which is a part of the Mediterranean Sea.

The Bardo National Museum can be found in an old palace from the 18th century. It is one of the largest archaeological museums in the region of Northern Africa. In the museum, the ancient civilization of Carthage is also featured. The city of Carthage was located on the territory of what is now Tunisia.

3. For her third destination Getha goes to a region called New England. In this city she will be able to follow the Freedom Trail. What is the next place Getha goes to for her holiday?

Answer: Boston

Boston is the capital of the American state of Massachusetts. The city was founded by English colonists in 1630. It is part of New England, a region in the northeast of the United States, formed by the states of Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut. The English Pilgrims first settled in this region in 1630.

When you visit Boston, you can follow the Freedom Trail. This is a path going through the city leading past some of the historical sites. The path was created by William Schofield, a local journalist, who has promoted it since 1951. The trail is now part of the Boston National Historical Park.

4. The fourth destination of Getha's list is located on the eastern slopes of a stratovolcano in the Andes Mountains. In the city you can find the hill El Panecillo, where you can see a statue of the Virgin Mary. Where has Getha traveled to this time?

Answer: Quito

Quito is the capital of the South American country of Ecuador. The city is located in a river basin on the eastern slopes of a stratovolcano called Pichincha. It is one of the highest administrative capital cities in the world. The city square, the Plaza Grande is at 2800 metres high.

In the middle of the city you can find the hill El Panecillo. On top of this hill is the statue of the Virgin Mary. The statue is made by Spanish artist Agustin de la Herron Matorras in 1976. The Virgin Mary stands on a globe, which is on top of a chained snake. It symbolizes the victory of good over evil.

5. In the city that Getha visits as her fifth destination, she will be able to walk by the River Liffey. In the city she will also find a large spire called the Monument of Light. Which is next on the list of cities to visit?

Answer: Dublin

Dublin is the capital of the Republic of Ireland. The city is located on the eastern coast of the country. It was founded by Vikings around 841, but early references to a settlement at this location have been found. The river Liffey flows through the city centre.

One of the interesting landmarks in Dublin is the Spire of Dublin, which is officially called the Monument of Light. It is a large pin-like monument, found on O'Connell Street. It was designed by Ian Ritchie Architects, and the first part was completed in December 2002, with five more segments being added later.

6. Getha is already up to city number six. This city is the third largest of its country. Its coat of arms features a boat, which refers to the city name which can be translated as boat. In the city Getha can walk along Piotrkowska Street. Where has Getha traveled to this time?

Answer: Lodz

Lodz is the third largest city in Poland. It is located in the centre of the country, approximately 135 kilometres west of the capital Warsaw. First references to the city can be traced back to 1332. Lodz was granted city rights in 1423. The city has grown a lot over the years due to the textile industry in the city.

One of the main streets in Lodz is Piotrkowska Street. It is one of the longest commercial streets in the world, running for about five kilometres. The city also has many parks, most notably the Lagiewniki Park.

7. City number seven on Getha's list is a city that is located east of the Ural Mountains. Here she will be able to visit the Vrubel Museum of Fine Arts. Where has Getha traveled to this time?

Answer: Omsk

Omsk is a city in Russia, located 800km east of the Ural Mountains in the southwestern part of Siberia. It is the capital of the administrative region of the same name, which is called an oblast. The city is located on the river Irtysh.

The Vrubel Museum of Fine Arts houses a large collection of various forms of art. This ranges from paintings to icons and sculptures.

8. City number eight is a city located in the Caucasus on the Kura River. Here Getha can visit the Sameba Cathedral, a large Orthodox Christian cathedral. Where has Getha's trip taken her to?

Answer: Tbilisi

Tbilisi is the capital of the country of Georgia, not to be confused with the American state of the same name. The city is on the Kura River (called Mt'k'vari in Georgian). Georgia is part of the Caucasus region. Tbilisi is the political centre of Georgia. It is located strategically on the former Silk Road. The city's history dates back to the 4th century.

One of the main sites in the city is the Sameba Cathedral, also referred to as the Tbilisi Holy Trinity Cathedral. It is one of the largest religious buildings in the Caucasus region, and was built between 1995 and 2004. It was designed by architect Archil Mindiashvili.

9. Almost at the end of her trip, Getha comes to a large world capital. The city is located on an island called Honshu. Here she can visit Ueno Park, where she will find several national museums. Which city is number nine on the trip?

Answer: Tokyo

Tokyo is the capital of the country of Japan. It is located on the eastern island of one of the main islands of Japan, called Honshu. In the city the Japanese government is located and it is also the home to the Imperial palace, where the Japanese Imperial family has its residence. Originally Tokyo was only a small village in the 12th century called Edo, where fishing was the primary source of income. It gradually grew to become one of the largest cities in the world.

One of the parks located in Tokyo is Ueno Park, which was built in 1924. It contains a statue of Saigo Takimori, a Japanese Samurai. He is seen walking his dog. In the park we find the Tokyo National Museum, the National Museum of Western Art, the National Museum of Science and the Ueno Zoo.

10. For the last destination on her trip, Getha visits a capital city located on an island. She will arrive at Norman Manley International Airport. Here she will be able to visit the museum of one of the most famous former residents of the city, Bob Marley. In what city does Getha finish her trip?

Answer: Kingston

Kingston is the capital of the island state of Jamaica. It is located on the southeastern part of the island. The city was founded in 1692, and now comprises of two main parts, Downtown and New Kingston. The city is served by Norman Manley International Airport. The airport was named after Norman Washington Manley, who is widely considered as a national Jamaican hero. He has worked as a lawyer and was a former Chief Minister and Premier of his country.

One of the attractions to visit in Kingston is the Bob Marley Museum. The museum is dedicated to Bob Marley, a famous reggae musician. He used to have his residence at the location of the museum. Robert Nesta Marley was born on the 6th of February 1945 in Nine Mile on the island of Jamaica. He is widely considered one of the most influential reggae musicians of all time.

Source: Author James25

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