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1
Where is Amsterdam?
87% got this right
2
Why do many houses in Amsterdam appear to be crooked and leaning sideways?
They're sitting on support poles
Earthquakes have ruined the foundations
The ground has shifted over time
They were designed that way
25% got this right
The city is built on a swampy area so every building sits on support poles, many of which are from the 17th century.
3
In 2001, Amsterdam was the first capital city in the world to allow what?
Gay Marriage
Same sex marriage
Same-sex marriage
46% got this right
Since then, the city has been a favorite tourist destination among the LGBTQIA+ community.
4
Where is the Rijksmuseum?
23% got this right
5
How many pieces of art are located within the Rijksmuseum?
1 million
500 thousand
8 thousand
800 thousand
10% got this right
While they have over one million pieces in their collection, they only showcase around 8 thousand at a time.
6
Rijksmuseum is the only museum in the world to have what historical feature inside of it?
A road that cars could drive on
A riverbed installation
A room with snippets of hair attached to every surface
Pieces of Albert Einstein's brain
15% got this right
The road served as a historical gate into the city. The cars were banned, and nowadays it’s open for bicycles only.
7
There is only one in Amsterdam, where is the Royal Palace?
22% got this right
8
The Royal Palace wasn't always used by royalty. Originally, what was this famous building used as?
City Hall
A hotel
Military barracks
The Capital building
35% got this right
Although no longer home to the Royal family, this grand 17th century building is still used to hold official receptions.
9
The Royal Palace is located on what is known as the most important square in Amsterdam. What is the square named?
Dam Square
Markenplein
Old Church's Square
Rembrandt Square
49% got this right
In addition to the Royal Palace, Dam Square has the New Church, Madame Tussauds Amsterdam and the World War II memorial.
10
In Amsterdam, smoking tobacco in cafés and restaurants is legal. True or False?
False
True
52% got this right
Contrary to popular assumption, smoking in these areas has been prohibited since 2008.
11
Every year between 12,000 and 15,000 of these are dredged out of the Amsterdam canals. What are they?
Bikes
65% got this right
Over 60% of Amsterdam's residents cycle every day, and there are about three bicycles for every car on the road.
