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German Quiz

by Coralyn ChristiansenPublished: September 29, 2025

Germany, a country rich in history, culture, and innovation, offers a wealth of knowledge to explore. This quiz will take you through various aspects of German life, from its iconic landmarks to its linguistic quirks. Sharpen your wits and get ready to test your understanding of all things German. Viel Glück!

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German Quiz Questions Overview

1. What is the capital city of Germany?

Munich

Berlin

Frankfurt

Hamburg

2. Which famous German festival is known for its beer and is held annually in Munich?

Oktoberfest

Karneval

Weihnachtsmarkt

Bierfest

3. What is the name of the German highway system known for having sections without speed limits?

Bundesstraße

Autobahn

Landstraße

Straße des 17. Juni

4. Which German scientist is known for developing the theory of relativity?

Max Planck

Albert Einstein

Werner Heisenberg

Johannes Kepler

5. What is the German word for ‘thank you’?

Bitte

Entschuldigung

Danke

Hallo

6. Which river is the longest in Germany?

Elbe

Rhine

Danube

Main

7. What is the traditional German sausage called?

Bratwurst

Weißwurst

Knackwurst

Blutwurst

8. Which German city is known for its annual international film festival, the Berlinale?

Berlin

Hamburg

Munich

Cologne

9. What is the name of the fairy tale collection published by the Brothers Grimm?

German Folktales

Grimm’s Fairy Tales

Teutonic Myths

European Tales

10. Which German philosopher is known for his work ‘Critique of Pure Reason’?

Friedrich Nietzsche

Immanuel Kant

Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel

Arthur Schopenhauer