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Quiz about MecklenburgWest Pomerania
Quiz about MecklenburgWest Pomerania

Mecklenburg-West Pomerania Trivia Quiz


Often overlooked in travel guides, Mecklenburg-West Pomerania (Mecklenburg-Vorpommern) is known for its numerous nature preserves and breathtaking landscapes as well as its white sand beaches.

A multiple-choice quiz by clg18057. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
clg18057
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
200,628
Updated
Jul 23 22
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
Plays
535
Awards
Top 35% Quiz
Last 3 plays: Guest 76 (1/10), Guest 47 (5/10), Guest 151 (9/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. With 340 km of dunes and white sand seashores (reminiscent of the Outer Banks of North Carolina), Mecklenburg-West Pomerania is a mecca for Germany's sunbathers in the summer months. Where in Germany is the state of Mecklenburg-West Pomerania located? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. This city, capital of Mecklenburg-West Pomerania in medieval times, has the largest market square in Germany (at 10,000 square meters), in which you can find its famous water pump built between 1580 and 1602 in the Dutch Renaissance style. Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Surrounded by seven lakes, this city is the current capital of Mecklenburg-West Pomerania and was the seat of the ducal court of Mecklenburg from 1358 until the end of World War I. Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. This largest city in Mecklenburg-West Pomerania, located on the Warnow River, was the main seaport of East Germany and suffered from Neo-Nazi riots shortly after Reunification (most likely due to extremely high unemployment). Its Gothic buildings and seaside location now attract over four million visitors each year. Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. From Kap (Cape) Arkona, the northernmost point of this largest island of Germany, you can see the Danish island of Moen. Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. This city on the southern Saaler Bodden seafront lies between two large nature preserves: the Rostocker Heide and Fischland-Darss-Zingst peninsula. It is known as "the City of Amber" ("die Bernsteinstadt"). Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. This city, the "Gateway to Rügen", was founded in 1220 and was considered one of the most beautiful of the Hanseatic League cities, earning it the additional nickname, "Pearl of the Hanse." Its Altstadt was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in June 2002. Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Lying on the mainland between Germany's two largest islands, this city began as a settlement of pilgrims to the monastery of Eldena (begun in 1199), the foundations of which can still be seen in a small park near the city. Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. While vacationing on the fine, white sand beaches of this upscale resort island, you can stop by the infamous city of Peenemünde, Werner von Braun's rocket base and test firing range, where the V1, V2, and V3 "vengeance weapons" were created. Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Which cities in Mecklenburg-West Pomerania are currently Hanseatic League (or Hanse) cities? Hint



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1. With 340 km of dunes and white sand seashores (reminiscent of the Outer Banks of North Carolina), Mecklenburg-West Pomerania is a mecca for Germany's sunbathers in the summer months. Where in Germany is the state of Mecklenburg-West Pomerania located?

Answer: In the northeast of Germany, along the Baltic Sea

Because of the low population density of Mecklenburg-West Pomerania, there are large areas of unpopulated woodlands, meadows, and marshes which provide a safe haven for many species of rare animals. The state of Niedersachsen lies along the North Sea, Schleswig-Holstein borders Denmark, and Brandenburg encircles Berlin.
2. This city, capital of Mecklenburg-West Pomerania in medieval times, has the largest market square in Germany (at 10,000 square meters), in which you can find its famous water pump built between 1580 and 1602 in the Dutch Renaissance style.

Answer: Wismar

"Nosferatu" was filmed on the streets of Wismar's Altstadt. Tours to the island of Poel are easily arranged from Wismar's harbor.
3. Surrounded by seven lakes, this city is the current capital of Mecklenburg-West Pomerania and was the seat of the ducal court of Mecklenburg from 1358 until the end of World War I.

Answer: Schwerin

Schwerin is the smallest state capital of Germany and is home to the Schweriner Schloss. Situated on a small island separating the Burgsee from the Schweriner See, it is a neo-Renaissance style palace that was home to the Mecklenburg grand dukes. It is worth visiting for its formal gardens, its beautiful inlaid wood floors and its wood paneled rooms.

While you're there, keep an eye out for "Little Peter" ("Petermännchen"), the resident ghost, a little guy with a big hat.
4. This largest city in Mecklenburg-West Pomerania, located on the Warnow River, was the main seaport of East Germany and suffered from Neo-Nazi riots shortly after Reunification (most likely due to extremely high unemployment). Its Gothic buildings and seaside location now attract over four million visitors each year.

Answer: Rostock

The first university in northern Germany was founded here in 1419, making it the intellectual center of the Baltic coast. It is rising again in prominence as one of the foremost demographic research centers of Europe. Every August, Rostock hosts the Hanse Sail, a four day event attracting hundreds of traditional tall ships and over a million visitors (and don't worry, there's plenty of bratwurst, beer, and fried dough to fuel you through the festivities).
5. From Kap (Cape) Arkona, the northernmost point of this largest island of Germany, you can see the Danish island of Moen.

Answer: Rügen

Rügen was a favorite subject of German romantic painter Caspar David Friedrich and is renowned for the beautiful chalk cliffs of Stubbenkammer and the "Royal Chair" ("Königstuhl") Rock. Originally, the towns of Rügen were traditional fishing and farming communities, but the main island industry is now tourism.
6. This city on the southern Saaler Bodden seafront lies between two large nature preserves: the Rostocker Heide and Fischland-Darss-Zingst peninsula. It is known as "the City of Amber" ("die Bernsteinstadt").

Answer: Ribnitz-Damgarten

Worth seeing are the Rostock gate, the 13th-14th century Church of Mary (Marienkirche), and the 15th century St. Bartholomew Church, which is crafted of red brick and amber. In the Amber Museum in Ribnitz-Damgarten, you can see beautiful creations of amber, learn how to polish it and how to find it along the seashore (although I've never managed to find any).
7. This city, the "Gateway to Rügen", was founded in 1220 and was considered one of the most beautiful of the Hanseatic League cities, earning it the additional nickname, "Pearl of the Hanse." Its Altstadt was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in June 2002.

Answer: Stralsund

Lübeck was so threatened by Stralsund's might that it had Stralsund burned to the ground in 1249. Needless to say, Stralsund quickly rebuilt and regained its power, becoming an ally of Lübeck and one of the most important cities of the Hanseatic League. Due to Stralsund's might and strategic location, the Swedish parliament declared in 1632 that, "Whoever has Stralsund and (with it) Rügen, has the Baltic Sea."
8. Lying on the mainland between Germany's two largest islands, this city began as a settlement of pilgrims to the monastery of Eldena (begun in 1199), the foundations of which can still be seen in a small park near the city.

Answer: Greifswald

The University library of Greifswald is one of the few Baroque salons in the North of Germany. Greifswald became a Hanseatic League city in 1281 and was the birthplace of German romantic painter Caspar David Friedrich.
9. While vacationing on the fine, white sand beaches of this upscale resort island, you can stop by the infamous city of Peenemünde, Werner von Braun's rocket base and test firing range, where the V1, V2, and V3 "vengeance weapons" were created.

Answer: Usedom

At 445 square km, this is Germany's second largest island and with 1906 hours of sunshine a year, this is the sunniest place in Germany. Many rare plants and animals can be found in the interior of the island and from the town of Ahlsbeck, it is a short walk across the border to the Polish town of Świnoujście (where, for some strange reason, you can cheaply buy large amounts of chocolate-covered fruit bonbons).
10. Which cities in Mecklenburg-West Pomerania are currently Hanseatic League (or Hanse) cities?

Answer: Greifswald, Rostock, Stralsund, and Wismar

The Hanseatic League was founded by cities located on trade routes that, when joined together, had the economic power to declare independence from the local nobility. In Mecklenburg-West Pomerania, the cities of Demmin and Anklam were also Hanse cities. Bremen, Hamburg, and Lübeck are Hanse cities, but are not located in Mecklenburg-West Pomerania.
Source: Author clg18057

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