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European Union Country Cards
The cards in this pack include the 28 European Union (EU) Member States and the five current Candidate Countries in alphabetical order.
Each card indicates when a country joined the EU or states if it is a Candidate Country. Questions include the capital of each country plus a geographical, historical and cultural question.
The cards are A5 sized – to print two per sheet on A4 paper, select ‘multiple’ and ‘2 pages per sheet’ in the print dialogue box.
Albania
Albania
Population 2.9 million Candidate Country – no joining date agreed
Capital(a) Durres (b) Tirana (c) VloreAnswer: (a) Tirana
GeographicalHow much of this country is mountainous?(a) None(b) 20%(c) 70%Answer: (c) 70% is mountainous and rugged terrain.
HistoricalWhat led to many Albanians migrating to Italy, Greece, Switzerland and Germany in the 1990s ?(a) Drought(b) Economic instability(c) FloodingAnswer: (a) Economic instability following the collapse of the communist regime. CultureWhat famous dessert is from Albania although other countries also claim it as theirs?(a) Black Forest Gateau(b) Clafoutis(c) BaklavaAnswer: (c) Baklava (a is German, b is French)
Austria
Austria
Population 8.6 million Joined EU in 1995
Capital(a) Salzburg (b) Vienna (c) GrazAnswer: (b) Vienna
GeographicalWhat is the famous river that inspired a well-known piece of music?(a) Danube(b) Elbe(c) RhineAnswer: (a) Danube
HistoricalWhat country did Austria have a joint empire with during the First World War? (a) Hungary(b) Germany(c) CroatiaAnswer: (a) Hungary CultureWhich composer was born in Salzburg? (a) Schubert(b) Beethoven(c) MozartAnswer: (c) Mozart
Belgium
Belgium
Population 11.3 million Joined EU in 1957 (founding member)
Capital(a) Brussels (b) Bruges (c) NamurAnswer: (a) Brussels
GeographicalHow many countries does Belgium share borders with? (a) Two(b) Three(c) FourAnswer: (c) Four – France, Germany, Luxembourg and the Netherlands
HistoricalWhat title does the Head of State have? (a) King or Queen(b) President(c) ChancellorAnswer: (a) King or Queen CultureWhat shellfish is popular with fries?(a) Crab(b) Crayfish(c) MusselsAnswer: (c) Mussels
Bulgaria
Bulgaria
Population 7.2 million Joined EU in 2007
Capital(a) Pleven (b) Sliven (c) SofiaAnswer: (c) Sofia
GeographicalWhich cross-roads is Bulgaria often said to be at?(a) North and South(b) Old and New (Europe) (c) East and WestAnswer: (c) East and West
HistoricalFrom which people did Bulgaria get its name? (a) Bulgars(b) Goths(c) Huns(d) VandalsAnswer: (a) Bulgars CultureWhat alphabet is used for Bulgarian? (a) Latin(b) Cyrillic(c) GreekAnswer: (b) Cyrillic
Croatia
Croatia
Population 4.2 million Joined EU in 2013
Capital(a) Rijeka (b) Sisak (c) ZagrebAnswer: (c) Zagreb
GeographicalWhich of the following is a holiday resort?(a) Opatija(b) Delnice(c) Stari GradAnswer: (a) Opatija
HistoricalWhen did Croatia achieve independence from The Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia? (a) 1996(b) 1991(c) 2002Answer: (b) 1991
CultureWhat item of clothing was invented here?(a) Necktie(b) Tights (c) BeretAnswer: (a) Necktie (cravat)
Cyprus
Cyprus
Population 0.8 million Joined EU in 2004
Capital(a) Nicosia (b) Lanarca (c) LimassolAnswer: (a) Nicosia
GeographicalWhat Greek goddess was reputed to have her home here?(a) Aphrodite(b) Mnemosyne(c) HygieiaAnswer: (a) Aphrodite
HistoricalFrom which country did Cyprus gain its independence in 1960?(a) Greece(b) Turkey(c) United KingdomAnswer: (c) United Kingdom
CultureWhat popular fast food originated in Cyprus?(a) Kebabs(b) Fried chicken(c) Fish and chipsAnswer: (a) Kebabs
Czech Republic
Czech Republic
Population 10.5 million Joined EU in 2004
Capital(a) Brno(b) Olomouc(c) PragueAnswer: (c) Prague
GeographicalHow many coastal resorts can be enjoyed in the Czech Republic?(a) 17(b) 0(c) 112Answer: (b) 0 (it has no coastline)
HistoricalWhat is the main language spoken in the Czech Republic?(a) Czech(b) Russia-Slavic(c) Central EuropeanAnswer: (a) Czech
CultureWhat handy form of sugar was invented here?(a) Loaf sugar(b) Caster sugar(c) Cube sugarAnswer: (c) Cube sugar
Denmark
Denmark
Population 5.7 million Joined EU in 1973
Capital(a) Odense(b) Fredercia(c) CopenhagenAnswer: (c) Copenhagen
GeographicalAccording to a popular song, what isCopenhagen? (a) Wonderful (b) Splendid(c) GoldenAnswer: (a) Wonderful
HistoricalWhat famous writer(s) of fairy stories was born in Denmark?(a) Brothers Grimm(b) Hans Christian Andersen(c) Enid SlytonAnswer: (b) Hans Christian Andersen
CultureWhat pork product do we import the most of from Denmark?(a) Sausages(b) Bacon(c) HamAnswer: (a) Bacon
Estonia
Estonia
Population 1.3 million Joined EU in 2004
Capital(a) Tartu (b) Tallinn (c) PamuAnswer: (b) Tallinn
GeographicalWhat is the narrow Gulf between Estonia and Finland called? (a) Estonian Gulf(b) Gulf of Finland(c) Finnish GapAnswer: (b) Gulf of Finland
HistoricalEstonia uses the Euro now but when it gained independence in 1990-1, with what currency did it replace the Russian Rouble?(a) Hroon (b) Walloon (c) KroonAnswer: (c) Kroon
CultureWhich of these is a typical Estonian dish?(a) Herring and sour cream(b) Bratwurst(c) BigosAnswer: (a) Herring and sour cream (b is German, c is Polish)
Finland
Finland
Population 5.5 million Joined EU in 1995
Capital(a) Helsinki (b) Forssa (c) HankoAnswer: (a) Helsinki
GeographicalWhere does Father Christmas live – supposedly?(a) Iceland(b) Lapland(c) GreenlandAnswer: (b) Lapland in Northern Finland
HistoricalWhy was the 1907 election important?(a) Had to be run again(b) Started a war(c) First in Europe to give equal voting rightsAnswer: (c) First in Europe to give equal voting rights (everyone over the age of 24 could vote)
CultureWhat hygiene habit gets Finnish people steamed up?(a) Saunas(b) Jacuzzis(c) Hot Mud Baths Answer: (a) Saunas (they are very popular)
Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia
Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia
Population 2.1 million Candidate Country – no joining date agreed
Capital(a) Veles (b) Skopje (c) PrilepAnswer: (b) Skopje
GeographicalThis country’s name is in dispute – why?(a) It is hard to remember(b) Gets confused with Greek Macedonia(c) It is too longAnswer: (b) Gets confused with Greek Macedonia
HistoricalThis country became a member of the United Nations in:(a) 1943(b) 1973(c) 1993Answer: (c) 1993
CultureThis country is surrounded by four others; Greece, Bulgaria and Serbia are three - what is the fourth? (a) Romania(b) Albania(c) CroatiaAnswer: (b) Albania
France
France
Population 66.4 million Joined EU in 1957 (founding member)
Capital(a) Paris (b) Rouen(c) LimogesAnswer: (a) Paris
GeographicalWhat river is the capital on? (a) Rhone(b) Seine(c) AvonAnswer: (b) Seine
HistoricalWhat year did the French Revolution begin? (a) 1914(b) 1615(c) 1789Answer: (c) 1789
CultureWhat French bread name is now popular in the UK?(a) Quiche(b) Baguette(c) BloomerAnswer: (b) Baguette
Germany
Germany
Population 81.2 million Joined EU in 1957 (founding member)
Capital(a) Berlin(b) Hannover (c) Düsseldorf Answer: (a) Berlin
GeographicalGermany is bordered to the North by which two seas?(a) North and Baltic Seas(b) Atlantic Ocean and North Sea (c) Baltic Sea and Atlantic Ocean Answer: (a) North and Baltic Seas
HistoricalThe two parts of Germany – West and the communist East – were unified in which year?(a) 1990(b) 1945 (c) 2001Answer: (a) 1990
CultureWhat meat product is particularly popular in Germany? (a) Stews(b) Sausages(c) Pork scratchingsAnswer: (b) Sausages
Greece
Greece
Population 10.8 million Joined EU in 1981
Capital(a) Thessaloniki(b) Tripoli(c) AthensAnswer: (c) Athens
GeographicalWho is said to have lived on Mount Olympus?(a) The Grim Reaper(b) The Greek Gods(c) The Spirits of Fallen WarriorsAnswer: (b) The Greek Gods
HistoricalWhat famous sporting tradition started here? (a) Olympics(b) Show Jumping(c) CyclingAnswer: (a) Olympics
CultureWhat Greek dish is mainly made from minced lamb and aubergines?(a) Houmous(b) Moussaka(c) Sausage ToadAnswer: (b) Moussaka
Hungary
Hungary
Population 9.8 million Joined EU in 2004
Capital(a) Debrecen(b) Pees(c) BudapestAnswer: (c) Budapest
GeographicalLake Heviz is the largest lake of a particular type in the world – what type? (a) Thermal(b) Salt-water(c) InlandAnswer: (a) Thermal
HistoricalWhat writing instrument was invented here?(a) Felt-tip (b) Ballpoint (c) StylusAnswer (b) Ballpoint pen (called a Biro after its inventor)
CultureWhat is the name of the spicy casserole that uses paprika? (a) Goulash(b) Curry(c) SpaghettiAnswer: (a) Goulash
Ireland
Ireland
Population 4.6 million Joined EU in 1973
Capital(a) Cork(b) Dublin(c) WexfordAnswer: (b) Dublin
GeographicalWhat river is the capital on? (a) Dargie(b) Liffey(c) BlackwaterAnswer: (b) Liffey
HistoricalIn which year was the Easter Rising? (a) 1916(b) 1414(c) 1954Answer: (a) 1916 (it was a pivotal attempt by Irish Republicans to end British Rule)
CultureWhat are the Irish fairies who are said to guard pots of gold called?(a) Hobgoblins(b) Trolls(c) LeprechaunsAnswer: (c) Leprechauns
Italy
Italy
Population 60.8 million Joined EU in 1957 (founding member)
Capital(a) Milan(b) Florence(c) RomeAnswer: (c) Rome
GeographicalWhat independent City State is surrounded by Rome?(a) Vatican(b) Pisa(c) BasilicaAnswer: (a) Vatican
HistoricalWho was the Italian leader whose followers wore red shirts?(a) Grimaldi (b) Garibaldi (c) PinocchioAnswer: (b) Garibaldi
CultureWhat food product that comes in many shapes and sizes is famously associated with Italy?(a) Risotto (b) Pasta (c) PizzaAnswer: (b) Pasta
Latvia
Latvia
Population 2 million Joined EU in 2004
Capital(a) Liepaja (b) Skrund (c) RigaAnswer: (c) Riga
GeographicalIn ancient times Latvia was famous for what precious stone?(a) Amber (b) Ruby (c) OpalAnswer: (a) Amber
HistoricalWhen did Latvia first become independent from Russia?(a) 1452(b) 1819 (c) 1918Answer: (c) 1918
CultureWhat did Latvian Walter Zapp invent?(a) Spy camera(b) Finger printing(c) DNA testAnswer: (a) He invented the Minox miniature camera in 1936
Lithuania
Lithuania
Population 2.9 million Joined EU in 2004
Capital(a) Jonava (b) Vilnius (c) PalangaAnswer: (b) Vilnius
GeographicalLithuania encloses a piece of land belonging to another country – which other country?(a) Poland (b) Latvia (c) RussiaAnswer: (c) Russia (the Kaliningrad Oblast)
HistoricalBy the end of the 14th century what marked Lithuania as being very special in Europe?(a) Largest country in Europe(b) Most warlike country(c) Biggest trading nationAnswer: (a) Largest country in Europe
CultureWhat other country’s national anthem also mentions Lithuania?(a) Russia(b) Poland(c) GermanyAnswer: (b) Poland
Luxembourg
Luxembourg
Population 0.6 million Joined EU in 1957 (founding member)
Capital(a) Luxembourg(b) Esch(c) DifferdangeAnswer: (a) Luxembourg
GeographicalWhich of these describes Luxembourg?(a) Huge(b) Tiny(c) IslandAnswer: (b) Tiny
HistoricalWhich country occupied Luxembourg during World Wars One and Two?(a) France(b) Germany(c) RussiaAnswer: (b) Germany
CultureThe citizens of Luxembourg enjoy what? (a) Highest standard of living in Europe(b) Warm weather all year round(c) Longest life expectancy in EuropeAnswer: (a) Highest standard of living in Europe
Malta
Malta
Population 0.4 million Joined EU in 2004
Capital(a) Rabat (b) Valletta(c) MarsaxlokkAnswer: (b) Valletta
GeographicalWhat sea surrounds it? (a) Mediterranean(b) Pacific(c) AdriaticAnswer: (a) Mediterranean
HistoricalMalta is often written Malta G.C. – what does the G.C. stand for?(a) Gallant Country(b) George Cross(c) Cross for GallantryAnswer: (b) George Cross (awarded George Cross for bravery in World War II)
CultureWhich medical organisation uses a Maltese cross as its badge? (a) Red Cross(b) St John Ambulance Brigade (c) Medecins Sans Frontieres Answer: (b) St John Ambulance Brigade
Montenegro
Montenegro
Population 0.6 million Candidate Country – no joining date agreed
Capital(a) Budva (b) Podgorica(c) Herceg-NoviAnswer: (b) Podgorica
GeographicalHow many regions does Montenegro have?(a) Six(b) Three(c) EightAnswer: (b) Three – central, coastal, mountain
HistoricalIn a 1992 referendum which country did Montenegro join to form the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia?(a) Serbia(b) Bosnia(c) YugoslaviaAnswer: (a) Serbia
CultureWhat ethical idea is central to Montenegrin culture?(a) Democracy and justice(b) Fairness and forgiveness (c) Humanity and bravery Answer: (c) Humanity and bravery
Netherlands
Netherlands
Population 16.9 million Joined EU in 1957 (founding member)
Capital(a) The Hague(b) Amsterdam(c) UtrechtAnswer: (b) Amsterdam
GeographicalWhy are bicycles so popular in the Netherlands?(a) High tax on vehicle fuels(b) It is mostly flat(c) Global warmingAnswer: (b) It is mostly flat
HistoricalHistorically, what mechanical device was used to pump out water to recover land? (a) Windmill(b) Bucket(c) Nuclear PumpAnswer: (a) Windmill
CultureWhat cheese from this country is yellow, ball-shaped and has a red covering? (a) Edam(b) Gouda (c) GorgonzolaAnswer: (a) Edam
Poland
Poland
Population 38 million Joined EU in 2004
Capital(a) Krakow (b) Poznan (c) WarsawAnswer: (c) Warsaw
GeographicalWhat are the main mountains? (a) Tatra(b) Atlas(c) PenninesAnswer: (a) Tatra
HistoricalWhen Nazi Germany invaded Poland in 1939, what other country also invaded? (a) England(b) Soviet Russia(c) USAAnswer: (b) Soviet Russia
CultureWhat is ‘kielbasa’? (a) Spiced drink (b) Small coin(c) SausageAnswer: (c) Sausage
Portugal
Portugal
Population 10.4 million Joined EU in 1986
Capital(a) Porto(b) Lisbon(c) FaroAnswer: (b) Lisbon
GeographicalWhat is the name of its popular holiday region?(a) Costa del Sol(b) Castelo Branco(c) AlgarveAnswer: (c) Algarve
HistoricalWhich side was Portugal on in the Second World War? (a) Neutral(b) Germany(c) United KingdomAnswer: (a) Neutral
CultureThe drink port takes its name from Portugal – how?(a) The country name(b) A district(c) A riverAnswer: (b) A district (Porto or Oporto)
Romania
Romania
Population 19.9 million Joined EU in 2007
Capital(a) Bucharest(b) Brasov(c) AradAnswer: (a) Bucharest
GeographicalWhat sea forms its coast? (a) North Sea(b) Mediterranean Sea(c) Black SeaAnswer: (c) Black Sea
HistoricalHistorically, Bucharest was nicknamed after another major European capital as Little…?(a) Little London(b) Little Paris(c) Little ViennaAnswer: (b) Little Paris
CultureWho is the famous horror character originating from Romania?(a) Dracula(b) Frankenstein(c) LuciferAnswer: (a) Dracula
Serbia
Serbia
Population 7.1 million Candidate Country – no joining date agreed
Capital(a) Belgrade(b) Novi Sad(c) ZemunAnswer: (a) Belgrade
GeographicalSerbia is landlocked but which river provides shipping access to inland Europe and the Black Sea?(a) The Danube(b) The Ural(c) The TiberAnswer: (a) The Danube
HistoricalDuring World War I how many Serbian men were called to arms?(a) 185,000(b) 275,000(c) 350,000Answer: (c) 350,000 – Serbia had the most effective manpower mobilisation of the war. CultureWhat is the Slava?(a) A Serbian custom of venerating each family’s patron saint on their feast day (b) A type of Serbian bread(c) A song sung at ChristmasAnswer: (a) A custom
Slovakia
Slovakia
Population 5.4 million Joined EU in 2004
Capital(a) Bratislava(b) Nitra(c) MartinAnswer: (a) Bratislava
GeographicalWhat mountain range extends across most of the North of the country?(a) Atlas(b) Tatra(c) CarpathianAnswer: (c) Carpathian
HistoricalWhat was the Velvet Divorce of 1 Jan ‘93?(a) A separation of Czech and Slovak Republics(b) Separation of Church and State(c) Divorce was made legalAnswer: (a) A separation of Czech and Slovak Republics (they were one country) CultureWhat is the Slovak national weapon? (a) Pike(b) Axe(c) Cross bowAnswer: (b) Axe (Valaška - an axe on a long handle often used as a walking stick)
Slovenia
Slovenia
Population 2.1 million Joined EU in 2004
Capital(a) Novo Mesto(b) Ljubljana(c) ValenjeAnswer: (b) Ljubljana
GeographicalWhat sea borders Slovenia? (a) Irish(b) Adriatic(c) MediterraneanAnswer: (b) Adriatic
HistoricalIn what year was Slovenia formally invited to begin the process for joining the European Union (the accession process)?(a) 1981(b) 1997(c) 2000Answer: (c) 2000
CultureWhat is the majority religion? (a) Anglican(b) Eastern Orthodox(c) Roman CatholicAnswer: (c) Roman Catholic
Spain
Spain
Population 46.4 million Joined EU in 1986
Capital(a) Madrid (b) Valencia (c) SevilleAnswer: (a) Madrid
GeographicalSpain is the largest of the three countries of the Iberian Peninsula - what are the other two?(a) Portugal, France(b) Andorra, France(c) Portugal, AndorraAnswer: (c) Portugal, Andorra
HistoricalWhen was the Spanish Civil War?(a) 1936-1939 (b) 1927-1932 (c) 1939-1945Answer: (a) 1936-1939
CultureWhat dance is famously associated with Spain?(a) Rhumba (b) Flamenco (c) SambaAnswer: (b) Flamenco
Sweden
Sweden
Population 9.7 million Joined EU in 1995
Capital(a) Halmstad (b) Jonkoping (c) StockholmAnswer: (c) Stockholm
GeographicalWhat animal do the Sarni people of Northern Sweden rely on? (a) Giant snow rats(b) Reindeer(c) Husky dogsAnswer: (b) Reindeer
HistoricalWhere did Swedish Vikings mostly raid? (a) Russia(b) England(c) GermanyAnswer: (a) Russia
CultureWhat was the famous Swedish pop group of the 1970s called?(a) The Kinks(b) Abba(c) LarsAnswer: (b) Abba
Turkey
Turkey
Population 77.7 million Candidate Country – no joining date agreed
Capital(a) Ankara (b) Istanbul (c) BursaAnswer: (a) Ankara
GeographicalWhat was the city of Istanbul once called?(a) Timbuktu(b) Atlanta(c) ConstantinopleAnswer: (c) Constantinople
HistoricalWhat was the Turkish Empire called? (a) Turkile Empire(b) Ottoman Empire(c) Constantinian EmpireAnswer: (b) Ottoman Empire
CultureTurkish coffee is traditionally served with a glass of water, how do you drink the coffee?(a) Slowly(b) Down it in one(c) Slurp itAnswer: (a) Slowly
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Population 64.8 million Joined EU in 1973
Capital(a) Swansea(b) London(c) John O’ GroatsAnswer: (b) London
GeographicalWhat four nations constitute the UK?(a) England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland(b) England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland(c) England, Scotland, Wales, Isle of Man Answer: (b) England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland
HistoricalWhen did the United Kingdom, including Ireland, first come into being?(a) 1603 (b) 1952 (c) 1801Answer: (c) 1801
CultureHow many official languages are there in the UK?(a) 4 (b) 2 (c) 7Answer: (a) 4 (English, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic and Irish Gaelic)