How much do you know about Italy? These Italian quiz questions will test your knowledge of the country to the maximum. Do you know your gondolas from the Sistine Chapel? Or which famous Italian landmarks have been in movies?
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Italian Quiz Questions Round 1
Which sea surrounds Italy?
You will find Italy in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea
The World’s largest amphitheatre is in Italy, what’s it called?
The Colosseum is the World’s largest amphitheatre and is located in the centre of Rome.
What is Italian ice cream called?
Italian ice cream is called Gelato
Which famous Italian artist painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in the 1500s?
Michelangelo
Name the three Italian active volcanoes
Mount Etna, Vesuvius and Stromboli are the three active volcanoes in Italy.
Italian Quiz Questions Round 2
Which famous fountain in Italy has been featured in films including Roman Holiday and Lizzie McGuire Movie?
The Trevi Fountain
Which blue veined cheese that begins with G originates from Italy?
Gorgonzola is made from cow’s milk and is crumbly and a little bit salty.
If someone said hello to you in Italian, what would they say?
Ciao means hello and also goodbye
Which City in Italy has no roads and only canals?
Venice has no roads, just canals
Is Italy located in North, East, West or South Europe?
Italy is in Southern Europe
Italian Quiz Questions Round 3
In which part of Italy will you find St Mark’s Square?
St Mark’s Square is in Venice.
Which City in Italy was the fashion brand Gucci founded?
Gucci was founded in 1928 in Florence.
What was the Italian currency before the Euro?
Italian currency used to be Lira before the Euro.
Where does the Pope live?
Vatican City
In which year did Italy last win the Eurovision Song Contest?
2021, Italy won the Eurovision Song Contest with alternative rock band Maneskin.
Italian Quiz Questions Round 4
Name the famous landmark in Italy that is known for not standing completely straight.
The Leaning Tower Of Pisa
If you were to take a boat ride in Venice, what would your vessel be called?
A Gondola
What shape is Italy often referred to as when looking at the country on a map?
The country of Italy looks like a boot when looking at a map.
Which year did Italy last host the Summer Olympics?
In 1960 the Summer Olympics were hosted in Rome.
Which ancient Italian City was once buried under ash after Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD 79?
Pompeii
Italian Quiz Questions Round 5
What is the main ingredient of polenta?
Polenta is traditionally made using cornmeal
The popular Italian cuisine pizza dates back to the 18th Century. What is the most common cheese you will find on a pizza?
Mozzarella is the most common cheese found on pizza.
What three colours are on the Italian flag?
The Italian flag is made up of green, white and red stripes.
Which famous opera singer from Italy sang Nessun Dorma?
Luciano Pavarotti sang Nessun Dorma
If you were buying pasta in the shape of a corkscrew, what is it called?
Fusilli pasta is shaped like a corkscrew
Italian Quiz Questions Round 6
What popular Italian food is made by layering pasta and meat?
Lasagne is made by layering pasta and meat
Where is the official residence of the Italian Prime Minister?
The Italian Prime Minister resides at The Chigi Palace
What flavour is the Italian dessert Tiramisu?
Tiramisu is coffee flavoured
Where in Italy will you find the Uffizi Gallery?
The Uffizi Gallery is in Florence
Multiple Choice – Which of the following is a luxury Italian car brand
- BMW
- Cadillac
- Ferrari
Ferrari is a luxury Italian car brand
Italian Quiz Questions Round 7
In what year did Silvio Berlusconi first become Prime Minister of Italy?
Silvio Berlusconi first became Prime Minister of Italy in 1994
Which Country did Italy defeat to win the 2006 FIFA World Cup?
Italy defeated France in the 2006 FIFA World Cup
In what region in Italy will you find the Leaning Tower of Pisa?
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is in Tuscany
What island is located just south west of Italy?
Sicily
What is the national flower of Italy?
The lily is the national flower of Italy
Italian Quiz Questions Round 8
What sport does the Italian term gli Azzurri relate to?
gli Azzurri relates to the Italy men’s international rugby team
Which Disney Pixar movie travels to Italy, Japan and England to compete in the World Grand Prix?
Cars 2
What type of building is the Santa Maria del Fiore?
The Santa Maria del Fiore is a cathedral
What’s the main ingredient of risotto?
The main ingredient in risotto is rice
How do you say please in Italian?
Please in Italian is Per favore
