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  1. Question 1 of 10
    1. Question

    In which country do the people give 3 kisses on the cheek to say hello?

     

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    Kissing etiquette is a complex one for expats! The Dutch give 3 kisses on the cheek, the Belgians 1, while the French and Spanish give 2.

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    Kissing etiquette is a complex one for expats! The Dutch give 3 kisses on the cheek, the Belgians 1, while the French and Spanish give 2.

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    Which country is famous for its meatballs?

     

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    Who hasn’t seen those famous Swedish meatballs in Ikea…

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    Who hasn’t seen those famous Swedish meatballs in Ikea…

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    “Injera” is a type of bread, but which country does it come from?

     

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    This is actually the bread eaten with most meals in Ethiopia.

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    This is actually the bread eaten with most meals in Ethiopia.

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    Which country says “na zdrowie” for “cheers” before having a drink?

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    The Russians say “na zdrowie” to thank people for the meal and wish good health.

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    The Russians say “na zdrowie” to thank people for the meal and wish good health.

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    5. Question

    Which country is said to eat anything that moves?

     

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    “The Chinese eat everything with four legs except tables—and everything that flies except airplanes” according to an old Chinese saying.

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    “The Chinese eat everything with four legs except tables—and everything that flies except airplanes” according to an old Chinese saying.

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    6. Question

    The men in which country are said to love football more than their wives?

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    Although the English are famous for being crazy about football, surprisingly the Swedish are said to be more passionate about the sport. (The poor wives!)

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    Although the English are famous for being crazy about football, surprisingly the Swedish are said to be more passionate about the sport. (The poor wives!)

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    In which US state does the festival “Burning Man” take place?

     

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    Thousands gather in Nevada’s Black Rock desert to create art and express their individuality at the “Burning Man” festival which usually takes place at the end of summer. The week-long annual event takes its name from the ritual burning of a large wooden effigy as an expression of radical self-expression.

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    Thousands gather in Nevada’s Black Rock desert to create art and express their individuality at the “Burning Man” festival which usually takes place at the end of summer. The week-long annual event takes its name from the ritual burning of a large wooden effigy as an expression of radical self-expression.

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    8. Question

    Where does Tripel Karmeliet beer originate from?

     

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    This strong, golden, Belgian beer (8.4%!) has been famous for years and has won a World Beer Award. You’ve got to try it if you haven’t already!

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    This strong, golden, Belgian beer (8.4%!) has been famous for years and has won a World Beer Award. You’ve got to try it if you haven’t already!

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    9. Question

    In which country did the now extinct “Dodo” bird reside?

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    The Dodo, an extinct, flightless bird was indigenous to the island of Mauritius. Interestingly, evidence of the existence of the Dodo is only documented through illustrations. The bird achieved widespread recognition due to its role in the story of Alice in Wonderland. Now the image of the Dodo is used as a mascot in Mauritius.

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    The Dodo, an extinct, flightless bird was indigenous to the island of Mauritius. Interestingly, evidence of the existence of the Dodo is only documented through illustrations. The bird achieved widespread recognition due to its role in the story of Alice in Wonderland. Now the image of the Dodo is used as a mascot in Mauritius.

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    In which country did the first same-sex marriage ceremony take place?

     

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    Although the Netherlands was the first country to legalise same-sex marriage in April 2001, the first legal same-sex marriage ceremonies took place in January of same year in Ontario, Canada.

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    Although the Netherlands was the first country to legalise same-sex marriage in April 2001, the first legal same-sex marriage ceremonies took place in January of same year in Ontario, Canada.

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