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Quiz about Bella Venezia
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Bella Venezia Trivia Quiz


Venice is one of the most beautiful, and most fascinating, cities on earth today. Find out how much you know about the "City of Light" in this quiz!

A multiple-choice quiz by Jedi_Padawan. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
Jedi_Padawan
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
296,619
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
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Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
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Question 1 of 10
1. The city of Venice is built on an artificially made island. What animal is the island shaped like? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. One of the most famous sites in Venice is St. Mark's Basilica, which was built in the 11th century A.D. and is one of the best examples of Byzantine architecture still standing. For what kind of art is the Basilica best known? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Automobiles are not allowed in Venice; instead, all travel is done by foot or by water. What name is given to the popular "water buses" that serve as Venice's primary public transportation system? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Venice is Europe's largest urban car-free zone.


Question 5 of 10
5. Throughout the ages, there have been many now-famous people that have hailed from Venice. Which one of the following men was not born in "The City of Bridges?" Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Murano, a neighboring island that is only about a mile north of Venice, is famous for which of the following crafts? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. For years, Venice has had only three bridges across the Grand Canal: the Ponte di Rialto, completed in 1591; the Ponte dell'Accademia, completed in 1854; and the Ponte degli Scalzi, completed in 1934. In 2008, however, a new and somewhat controversial bridge was completed across the Canal. What is the name of this new bridge? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. From 679 to 1797 B.C. Venice was the capital of the Republic of Venice, a nation-state that encompassed a large area surrounding Venice and parts of what are now Croatia and Slovenia. By what nickname is this republic often known? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. The Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari (usually just called the Chiesa dei Frari) houses one of the greatest paintings by Titian, a 16th century Venetian painter. What is the subject of this religious painting? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. The Carnival of Venice is an event that dates back to the 13th century A.D. What item is traditionally worn on this occasion?

Answer: (One word, four letters)

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1. The city of Venice is built on an artificially made island. What animal is the island shaped like?

Answer: fish

The island of Venice is shaped roughly like a fish, although you cannot tell this unless you see a picture taken from the air. The island's foundation is made of wood piles, clay, and sand; efforts are underway to stop Venice's gradual sinking into the sea.
2. One of the most famous sites in Venice is St. Mark's Basilica, which was built in the 11th century A.D. and is one of the best examples of Byzantine architecture still standing. For what kind of art is the Basilica best known?

Answer: mosaics

The golden mosaics cover the interior ceilings and upper walls of the Basilica, and are also located on the front of the outside. The mosaics depict scenes from the life of St. Mark, as well as other Biblical stories.
3. Automobiles are not allowed in Venice; instead, all travel is done by foot or by water. What name is given to the popular "water buses" that serve as Venice's primary public transportation system?

Answer: Vaporetti

These water buses, called vaporetti (singular: vaporetto), transport locals and tourists alike to places all over Venice and the nearby islands. The #1 and #2 vaporetto routes run up and down the Grand Canal, stopping along the way at famous sites such as the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square.
4. Venice is Europe's largest urban car-free zone.

Answer: true

Venice has remained a functioning city without the use of automobiles. However, without the income of tourism, Venice would probably not be able to remain as it is for long.
5. Throughout the ages, there have been many now-famous people that have hailed from Venice. Which one of the following men was not born in "The City of Bridges?"

Answer: Enrico Caruso

Marco Polo (a 13th century explorer), Giacomo Casanova (an infamous womanizer), and Antonio Vivaldi (a composer and priest) were all born in Venice. Enrico Caruso (a famous opera singer) was born in Naples, Italy.
6. Murano, a neighboring island that is only about a mile north of Venice, is famous for which of the following crafts?

Answer: glassmaking

Murano has been home to some of Europe's finest glassmakers since 1291 B.C. The island now houses many glass-related exhibits, including the Glass Museum (Museo Vetrario) which displays ancient and modern glassworks from all over the world.
7. For years, Venice has had only three bridges across the Grand Canal: the Ponte di Rialto, completed in 1591; the Ponte dell'Accademia, completed in 1854; and the Ponte degli Scalzi, completed in 1934. In 2008, however, a new and somewhat controversial bridge was completed across the Canal. What is the name of this new bridge?

Answer: Ponte della Costituzione

The Ponte della Costituzione (English: Bridge of the Constitution) was opened on September 11, 2008. The sleek, modern bridge was designed by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava and ignited controversy because of its modern look, high cost, and inaccessibility to the disabled.
8. From 679 to 1797 B.C. Venice was the capital of the Republic of Venice, a nation-state that encompassed a large area surrounding Venice and parts of what are now Croatia and Slovenia. By what nickname is this republic often known?

Answer: La Serenissima

The Italian name is "Serenissima Repubblica di Venezia," translated to "Most Serene Republic of Venice." "La Serenissima" is a shortening of the Italian name, and is frequently used to refer to the Republic of Venice.
9. The Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari (usually just called the Chiesa dei Frari) houses one of the greatest paintings by Titian, a 16th century Venetian painter. What is the subject of this religious painting?

Answer: The assumption of the Virgin Mary into Heaven

The painting, "Assumption of the Virgin," was completed in 1518. The large oil painting serves as the altarpiece of the church, and many tourists flock to see the magnificent work daily.
10. The Carnival of Venice is an event that dates back to the 13th century A.D. What item is traditionally worn on this occasion?

Answer: mask

The Carnival of Venice is an annual event that takes place in the two weeks before Fat Tuesday (also known as Mardi Gras). The brightly colored Venetian masks traditionally used in the Carnival are often sold as souvenirs to tourists.
Source: Author Jedi_Padawan

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