QUIZ NIGHT March 19th

Which of the following dishes is traditional in Calabrian cuisine?

What does "al dente" mean when referring to pasta?

What type of pasta is shaped like little ears?

What is the city of Rome also known as?

Which of these artists was born in Sicily?

The Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is located in which Sicilian city?

Which famous actor is known for his roles in "The Godfather" and "The Godfather Part II"?

Before switching to the Euro, what was the currency of Italy?

What’s a "Vespa"?

Which of these cities is known for the famous Riace Bronzes, ancient Greek sculptures?

Which of the below much-used inventions was first created in Italy?

In which Italian city is “Romeo and Juliet” (Shakespeare) set?

Which famous Italian fashion designer was tragically murdered outside his Miami Beach home in 1997?

According to Roman mythology, Remus and Romulus, the two founders of Rome, were fed by which animal?

What does “futtitinni” mean?

What is the name of the Sicilian rice ball filled with meat, peas, and cheese, then breaded and fried?

What was the first capital of Italy?

Which of these places is famous for its ancient Greek theater?

Which Italian actor won the Oscar for Best Actor in 1999 for his performance in the film Life is Beautiful?

Which volcanic eruption led to the destruction of the ancient city of Pompeii?

Which of the following national parks is located in Calabria?

If you were to take a boat ride in Venice, what would your vessel be called?

Who is considered the "father of the Italian language" for his work, the Divine Comedy?

Which of these words in Romagnan is not used in standard Italian?

How many regions does Italy have?

Which famous typical product of Calabria is a spicy sausage made from pig meat?

When is “Festa della Repubblica” (Republic Day) celebrated?

Which region is known as the ‘heel’ of the Italian boot?

According to Italian traditions, how many kisses do friends give each other for greeting?

Who sings “Sarà perchè ti amo”, one of the most popular Italian songs?

What was Romagna’s main attraction during the 60s?

How many times has Italy won the FIFA World Cup?

What is the name of the family who hosted Dante during his exile?

Which region is Naples the capital of?

At is the traditional Italian toast to good health and happiness?