The ultimate French trivia quiz

Question 1

What is the capital of France

Accepted Answer

Paris

Question 2

Approximately how many tonnes of paint are used to paint the Eiffel Tower every 7 years?

Accepted Answer

60 tons

Question 3

Which of these isn't a cheese made in France?

Accepted Answer

Gouda

Question 4

Which of these countries borders France?

Accepted Answer

Italy

Question 5

Which instrument was used during the French Revolution for beheading?

Accepted Answer

Guillotine

Question 6

Paris is known as the.....

Accepted Answer

city of lights

Question 7

Which of the following is a river in France?

Accepted Answer

Seine

Question 8

Pinot noir is a....

Accepted Answer

grape

Question 9

Bastille day (14/07) marks the anniversary of the French revolution. Why did Parisians storm the prison?

Accepted Answer

To free prisoners

Question 10

What is average number of calories burned per day by the competitors in the Tour de France?

Accepted Answer

5900 calories

Question 11

France bigger than Australia

Accepted Answer

False

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a French dish?

Accepted Answer

Pizza

Question 13

When is Bastille Day?

Accepted Answer

14 July

Question 14

What is the name of the French rugby team?

Accepted Answer

Les Bleus

Question 15

France derives most of its energy from which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Nuclear

Question 16

What does the Notre Dame mean?

Accepted Answer

Our Lady

Question 17

Which of the following mountain ranges does not run through France?

Accepted Answer

Caucasus

Question 18

What continent is France in?

Accepted Answer

Europe

Question 19

What do French pranksters pin on the unsuspecting victim's back on April Fools' Day?

Accepted Answer

A paper fish

Question 20

Which city is famous for a Film Festival?

Accepted Answer

Cannes

Questions 20