Romania Quiz Part 2: Dracula's Castles and Painted Monasteries

How well do you know Romania?

Test your knowledge of Romania with these 10 questions. Choose the best answer for each question and see your score at the end!

• 1. What is "Mămăligă," a staple food in Romania, similar to?

  • (A) Mashed potatoes
  • (B) Polenta, a porridge made from cornmeal
  • (C) Rice pudding
  • (D) Bread

• 2. The historical region of Transylvania, located in central Romania, is famously associated with what literary character?

  • (A) Sherlock Holmes
  • (B) Count Dracula
  • (C) Frankenstein's monster
  • (D) Robin Hood

• 3. What is "Mărțișor," a traditional Romanian celebration on March 1st?

  • (A) A harvest festival
  • (B) A celebration of the arrival of spring, where red and white strings are exchanged
  • (C) A national day of mourning
  • (D) A summer music festival

• 4. What is a common custom when being invited to a Romanian home?

  • (A) Arriving empty-handed
  • (B) Bringing a small gift, such as flowers (an odd number), chocolates, or a bottle of wine
  • (C) Arriving much earlier than the specified time
  • (D) Refusing any food or drink offered

• 5. The Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest holds what distinction?

  • (A) It is the world's oldest parliament building
  • (B) It is one of the world's largest and heaviest civilian administrative buildings
  • (C) It is made entirely of wood
  • (D) It is a famous art museum

• 6. What is the significance of family in Romanian culture?

  • (A) Individualism is typically valued more than family
  • (B) The family is the fundamental unit of society, with strong ties between generations
  • (C) Elderly family members are usually cared for by the state
  • (D) Family gatherings are rare and formal

• 7. What is "Țuică," a traditional Romanian spirit?

  • (A) A type of beer
  • (B) A sweet, non-alcoholic grape juice
  • (C) A strong plum brandy, often homemade
  • (D) A coffee liqueur

• 8. How is a formal greeting typically exchanged in Romania?

  • (A) With a casual wave
  • (B) With a firm handshake, direct eye contact, and a verbal greeting
  • (C) With a deep bow
  • (D) By exchanging business cards immediately

• 9. The Painted Monasteries of Bucovina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, are famous for what?

  • (A) Their minimalist modern architecture
  • (B) Their elaborate and colorful exterior frescoes depicting religious scenes
  • (C) Being the tallest wooden churches in the world
  • (D) Their underground chapels

• 10. What is a common attitude towards punctuality for social gatherings in Romania?

  • (A) Strict punctuality is always expected
  • (B) It is considered polite to arrive 15-20 minutes late
  • (C) Arriving very early is preferred
  • (D) The time is only a suggestion and guests can arrive whenever they like