Who was the French Emperor known for his height and temper after the French Revolution?
Napoleon ruled France from 1804 to 1815 and expanded his empire to include Italy and Central Europe. He was defeated at the Battle of Waterloo and was 5'7" tall, considered above average.
Which Soviet leader's glasnost and perestroika led to the USSR's and Cold War's end?
Gorbachev introduced reforms that reshaped the economy and society. This led to the dissolution of the USSR and the decline of communism.
Because of her lack of children, Elizabeth I was nicknamed?
Elizabeth I earned the nickname "The Virgin Queen" because of her reluctance towards marriage and motherhood.
Identify this country.
Poland's Białowieża Forest remains one of Europe's last untouched woodlands. Among the largest, it shelters approximately 800 European bison that were once extinct.
Who signed a nonaggression pact with Hitler, which was broken later?
On August 23, 1939, Stalin signed a pact of nonaggression with Hitler, and they secretly plotted how to divide Eastern Europe. But, within two years, Hitler broke the promise.
During his rule, Richard I of England held which of these titles?
After Henry II's demise, Richard I ascended to the throne as King of England and also became Duke of Normandy.
It's one of Europe's smallest countries, and Ardennes Mountain covers part of it.
Covering 2,586 sq km, Luxembourg ranks as Europe's eighth-tiniest nation. It gained autonomy in the 10th century, with its name meaning "Little Fortress".
Who said the famous words: "We shall fight on the beaches"?
On June 4, 1940, Churchill delivered his famous "We shall fight on the beaches" speech to Parliament.
Which northern European country is famous for producing outstanding watches and pocket knives?
Switzerland's flag displays a white cross, used by the Old Swiss Confederacy since the 14th century. It's a square flag, like Vatican City's.
Nadia Comăneci from this country scored a 10 in gymnastics at the 1976 Olympics.
Romania's flag resembles Chad's with a minor difference. Chad sought UN review, but Romania declined flag change.
In the film "The King's Speech," which King struggles with a speech disorder?
To conquer his severe stutter, King George VI sought aid from Australian speech therapist Lionel Logue.
Set between Spain and the Atlantic Ocean, this country is famous for the Port wine it produces.
Portugal's flag, embraced in 1911, features green, symbolizing the nation's hope, and red, denoting the sacrifice of defenders.
Millions visit this island nation to kiss the Blarney Stone. Which of these countries is it?
In 1848, French women gave this flag to Thomas Francis Meagher. Raised in 1916, it became Ireland's flag.
It's Europe's third-largest by area, and it connects to Denmark via a bridge tunnel.
With Stockholm as its capital, Sweden is the largest nation in Northern Europe. The bridge tunnel between Denmark and Sweden started allowing traffic in 2000.
Identify the landlocked European country in this picture.
The Czech Republic ranks as one of the few landlocked nations. It shares its borders with Germany, Poland, Slovakia, and Austria to the south.
This country's flag displays stripes and a cross, symbolizing dedication to their faith.
Greece's flag, "I Galanolefki," means "The Blue and White." The cross signifies Eastern Orthodox Christianity; the nine stripes represent "Freedom or Death."
Known as the land of windmills, which country is this?
The Netherlands' flag is the oldest continuous tricolor, and the red stripe was orange for long.
Where did King John of England sign the Magna Carta on June 15, 1215?
At Runnymede, the Magna Carta signing served as a customary meeting place for the community and offered neutral territory for the royal family and rebel barons.
Henry V ruled England 1413-1422. He was the second monarch from which House?
The House of Lancaster produced three monarchs - Henry IV, Henry V, and Henry VI - ruling from 1399 to 1471.
What was built in 1961, indicating heightened Cold War tensions?
The Berlin Wall was built to prevent East German migration into Western Europe.
Who was the first female chancellor of Germany in 2005?
In 2005, the conservative head of the center-left Social Democrats (SPD) became chancellor through a grand coalition after a stalemate election.
What was William the Conqueror's nationality?
Around 1028, William the Conqueror was born in Falaise, Normandy.
Bordering Belarus, Russia, and Poland, which of the Baltic states is the largest?
This nation is 151 times smaller than the US but largest among the Baltic states.
This Roman general conquered much of Europe between 58 and 50 BC and declared himself Emperor.
Julius Caesar was the leader of the powerful Roman army during the Gallic Wars, where he conquered and secured extensive territories in Gaul, which is now known as Western Europe.
Towards the end of World War Two, atomic bombs struck two Japanese cities. Which ones are they?
Truman urged Japan to surrender. When they didn't, atomic bombs hit Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Which county is pictured here?
Finland shares borders with Sweden, Russia, and Norway. Despite its extended periods of darkness, it earned the title of the world's happiest country in 2018.
Name the great event which occurred during 1400-1650 in Europe.
The Renaissance was a cultural "rebirth." It rekindled ancient Greek and Roman art, philosophy, and architecture amidst Europe's prosperous era.
Which nation does this picture highlight?
Turkey's commitment to women's equal rights traces back to the Hittites. It granted women the right to vote even before the U.S. and most of Europe did.
Identify the island country resembling this image.
Europe's second-largest island, Iceland, contradicts its name—it's greener than icy. In contrast, Greenland is icier than green!
After the annulment of her marriage to King Henry VIII, Anne of Cleves was called?
Anne of Cleves was nicknamed "The King's Beloved Sister" because of her strong and friendly connection with the king, despite their unconsummated marriage.
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