Turkey Quiz

Why is Turkey named Turkey?

A.Turkey is known for its wildlife

B.Turkey was populated by Turkic people from Central Asia

C.When Turkey was first discovered, it was found to be full of Turkeys (the birds)

D.Turkey's first settlers were from the Americas where Thanksgiving is celebrated through the eating of a Turkey

Which is a traditional Turkish sport?

A.Oil Wrestling

B.Camel Wrestling

C.Bullfighting

D.Jereed

What is the name of the Capital City?

A.Ankara

B.Istanbul

C.Antalya

D.Konya

Turkish coffee is so famous that:

A.It is the National Drink

B.It is imported to England for the Royal Family

C.It is on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list

D.Only an Elder has authority to make it

Turkey believes in warding off the Evil Eye, which means:

A.to ward off people who may be jealous of your success

B.to cast out Satan

C.to ward off people who may want to steal from you

D.to ward off evil spirits

What are people from Turkey known as?

A.Turks

B.Turkics

C.Turkeys

D.Turkeyans

The favourite Turkish dessert is which dish?

A.Turkish Delight

B.Turkey Drumsticks

C.Baklava

D.Chicken Breast Pudding

How many UNESCO World Heritage sites are found in Turkey?

A.13

B.17

C.18

D.23

Turkey is situated partly in Asia and partly in Europe.

A.True

B.False

Turkey is made up mostly of which natural occurance?

A.Mountainous regions

B.Coastal regions

C.Forest regions

D.Wetland regions

Where can you partake in Turkey's famous hot air ballooning?

A.Butterfly Valley

B.Kabak Bay

C.Princes’ Island

D.Cappadocia

How do you greet people in Turkey?

A.Firm handshake

B.Kiss on the cheek

C.Bowing

D.Warm hug

What is the most frowned upon in Turkey?

A.Pointing at someone

B.Whispering in someone's ear

C.Public displays of affection

D.Not removing your shoes when inside