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Let's Visit Liechtenstein! Trivia Quiz

After 'visiting' Liechtenstein as part of a Gold Member challenge, I became fascinated with the country. The following ten questions arise from my general reading about the tiny European country. Have fun!

A multiple-choice quiz by amank2. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
amank2

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
266,336

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
4018

Awards
Top 35% Quiz

Last 3 plays: malidog (7/10), Guest 82 (6/10), Guest 104 (3/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. In which mountain range is Liechtenstein located? Hint

The Alps

The Rockies

The Andes

The Ural Mountains

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Question 2 of 10

2. What is unusual about the fact that Liechtenstein's official language is German? Hint

The official language used to be French, but was changed to German

Even though German is spoken, French is used in writing

The official language only became German in 1950

The country doesn't border Germany

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Question 3 of 10

3. Liechtenstein is bordered by which countries? Hint

Austria and Bavaria

Austria and Switzerland

Germany and Bavaria

Switzerland and Germany

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Question 4 of 10

4. According to Liechtenstein's constitution, which was adopted in 2003, what is the one piece of legislation that the Prince of Liechtenstein cannot veto? Hint

A referendum to declare war

A referendum to become a republic

A referendum to raise taxes

A referendum to introduce capital punishment

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Question 5 of 10

5. Liechtenstein has its own train service.

True

False

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Question 6 of 10

6. Where is Castle Liechtenstein located? Hint

Bavaria

Switzerland

Liechtenstein

Austria

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Question 7 of 10

7. What is Liechtenstein's highest point? Hint

Grauspitz

Obershen

Constantine

Ruggeller Riet

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Question 8 of 10

8. When was the country's defense force abolished? Hint

1968

1868

2009

1946

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Question 9 of 10

9. Which of the following organizations is Liechtenstein NOT a member of? Hint

The United Nations

The World Trade Organization

The European Economic Area

The European Union

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Question 10 of 10

10. What is Liechtenstein's official name? Hint

The Kingdom of Liechtenstein

The Principality of Liechtenstein

The Republic of Liechtenstein

The Commonwealth of Liechtenstein

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In which mountain range is Liechtenstein located?

Answer: The Alps

Liechtenstein is the only country to be completely located within the Alps. The total area of Liechtenstein is 120 square kilometres.

2. What is unusual about the fact that Liechtenstein's official language is German?

Answer: The country doesn't border Germany

Liechtenstein is the only German-speaking country not to border Germany. It is also the smallest of all the German speaking countries.

3. Liechtenstein is bordered by which countries?

Answer: Austria and Switzerland

Liechtenstein is totally landlocked (hence, it has no maritime boundaries). Most of the country's International Affairs are conducted by Switzerland. Much of Liechtenstein was historically part of Austria.

4. According to Liechtenstein's constitution, which was adopted in 2003, what is the one piece of legislation that the Prince of Liechtenstein cannot veto?

Answer: A referendum to become a republic

In 2003, a new constitution was presented. It was passed with approximately a 64% majority. The main change in this constitution was the expanding of the Sovereign Prince's powers and control over the country.

5. Liechtenstein has its own train service.

Answer: False

Liechtenstein has no train service; instead it relies on its neighbouring countries (Austria and Switzerland) to provide the rail service. It does have train stations, however, which include Nendeln, Forst Hilti, Schaanwald and Schaan-Vaduz.

6. Where is Castle Liechtenstein located?

Answer: Austria

Castle Liechtenstein was built in the early 1100s. It was destroyed by the Ottomans in 1529, and again in 1683. It wasn't rebuilt properly until 1884. The castle is property of the Liechtenstein Royal Family, and has been since 1807.

7. What is Liechtenstein's highest point?

Answer: Grauspitz

Grauspitz stands at 2599 metres. Its numerous hiking trails are a major tourist attraction. Ruggeller Riet is the lowest point in the country, being 430 metres above sea level.

8. When was the country's defense force abolished?

Answer: 1868

Liechtenstein upholds a stance of military neutrality, and remains one of the few countries in the world to not have a Defense Force. Other such countries include Andorra and Costa Rica.

9. Which of the following organizations is Liechtenstein NOT a member of?

Answer: The European Union

Liechtenstein joined the UN in 1990. It joined the World Trade Organization and the European Economic Area in 1995. It is also a member of the European Free Trade Association, joining it in 1991.

10. What is Liechtenstein's official name?

Answer: The Principality of Liechtenstein

As the reigning sovereign/monarch of the country is a prince, and not a king, the country is not called a kingdom. Since it has a monarchy, it is not a republic. Another notable principality is Monaco.

Source: Author amank2

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