Cherchez La Ville Trivia Quiz

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The 12 correct answers:

1. Gatineau

Gatineau is a city in the Canadian province of Quebec. It is close to the Canadian capital Ottawa, separated by the Ottawa river. It houses several government buildings, but you can also visit the Canadian Museum of History and the Canadian War Museum.

2. Montreal

Montreal is the second-largest city in Canada, located in the province of Quebec. The city hosted the Summer Olympics in 1976 and is also known for its International Jazz Festival. Here you can visit the Notre-Dame Basilica, Mount Royal Park and the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.

3. Charleroi

Charleroi is an industrial city located in the Hainaut province of Belgium (close to the French border), near the Sambre river. Here you can visit the City Hall (its belfry is on the UNESCO World Heritage List), the castle of Morceau-sur-Sambre or the Tour Bleue (Blue Tower).

4. Libreville

Libreville is the capital of the African country of Gabon, situated in the west of the country near the Gulf of Guinea (part of the Atlantic Ocean). It was a smaller city when Gabon gained independence from France in 1960, but has since grown very quickly, with approximately one third of the Gabon population now living there. Here you can visit the Palais du Bord de Mer (the official residence of the president of Gabon) and the National Museum of Arts, Rites and Traditions.

5. Detroit

Detroit is the largest city in the American state of Michigan. It is located close to Canada; the city of Windsor is on the other bank of the Detroit river. It is mainly known for its large automotive industry. Here you can visit the Eastern Market, the Motown Historical Museum and the Detroit Institute of Arts.

6. Lausanne

Lausanne is the capital of the Swiss canton of Vaud. It is the fourth largest city in Switzerland and is situated near Lake Geneva. Here you can visit the Olympic Museum, the Cathedral of Notre-Dame and the Saint-Maire Castle. It also houses the Federal Supreme Court of Switzerland.

7. Mons

Mons is the capital of the Belgian province of Hainaut, also known as Bergen. Its economy was mainly based on coal mining, but in current times it is a university city with a wide range of commercial businesses. Here you can visit the City Hall, the Grand Place and the Mons Bell Tower (on the UNESCO World Heritage List).

8. Namur

Namur is the capital of the Belgian province of the same name; the city is also known as Namen. It is the capital of the Wallonia region. It is located near Charleroi, close to the rivers Meuse and Sambre. Here you can visit the Citadel of Namur, St. Aubin's Cathedral and the Belfry of Namur (on the UNESCO World Heritage List).

9. Lafayette

Lafayette is a city in the American state of Louisiana. The city was originally called Vermilionville, but was later renamed after Marquis de Lafayette. It is located on the Vermilion river. Here you can visit the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist or the Vermilionville historic village.

10. Yaounde

Yaounde is the capital of the African country of Cameroon, located in the central region of the country. It is located between the Nyong and Sanaga rivers. Here you can visit the Cameroon Art Museum, the Yaounde Municipal Lake or the Mvog-Betsi Zoo.

11. Pierre

Pierre is the capital of the American state of South Dakota. It is located on the Missouri river. It is named after the nearby outpost Fort Pierre. Here you cn visit the South Dakota Cultural Heritage Center, the National Guard Museum or the Lewis and Clark Family Center.

12. Boise

Boise is the capital of the American state of Idaho. It is located on the river of the same name. There is no definitive explanation of the name, but likely was derived from the French word for wood (bois). Here you can visit the Zoo Boise, the Aquarium of Boise or the Anne Frank Humn Rights Memorial.

The six incorrect answers:

1. Montpellier

Montpellier is a city in the Southern part of France, near the Mediterranean Sea, in the department of Herault. It houses one of the oldest universities in the world. Here you can visit the Citadel (built by Louis XIII), the Fabre Museum or the Montpelier Cathedral.

2. Arras

Arras is a city in the northern part of France. It is the capital of the department of Pas-de-Calais. It is located near the Scarpe and Crinchon rivers. Here you can visit the Hotel de Ville (its belfry is on the UNESCO World Heritage List), the Cathedral of Arras or the Boves (an underground network of tunnels).

3. Reims

Reims is a city in the northeastern part of France, in the department of Marne. The city was founded by the Gauls and was later the site where French kings were crowned. Here you can visit the Palace of Tau, the Reims Cathedral and the Saint-Remi museum.

4. Beziers

Beziers is a city in the southern part of France, in the department of Herault. It is located close to the Mediterranean Sea, on the Orb river. In August it hosts the Feria de Beziers festival, focused on bullfighting. Here you can also visit the Saint Nazaire Cathedral, the Saint-Jacques museum or the Fine Arts Museum.

5. Colmar

Colmar is a city in the northeastern part of France, near the German border. It is located in the department of Haut-Rhin. It is located on the Lauch river. Here you can visit Little Venice (an area crossed by canals), the Saint-Martin church and the Unterlinden museum (which houses the famous Isenheim Altarpiece).

6. Cassis

Cassis is a city in the southeastern part of France, on the French Riviera. It is in the Bouches-du-Rhone department and is known for its cliffs. Here you can visit many beaches, the Calanques National Park or discover the vineyards in the area (exploring the local wine route).