How well do you know Switzerland?
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What are the three regions of Switzerland?

  • The Swiss Alps, the Jura Mountains, and the Black Forest
  • The Swiss Plateau, the Andes Mountains, and the Himalayas
  • The Swiss Alps, the Rocky Mountains, and the Appalachian Mountains
  • The Swiss Plateau, the Alps, and the Jura (correct)
  • What is the policy of Switzerland towards international wars?

  • Switzerland has been involved in every international war since 1815
  • Switzerland has maintained a policy of armed neutrality since the 16th century (correct)
  • Switzerland has been a major aggressor in international conflicts
  • Switzerland is an ally of the United States in all international conflicts
  • Which major international institutions have their headquarters in Switzerland?

  • The United Nations and the World Bank
  • The World Health Organization and the International Monetary Fund
  • The International Olympic Committee and the World Trade Organization
  • The Red Cross and other humanitarian organizations (correct)
  • What are the four main linguistic and cultural regions of Switzerland?

    <p>German, French, Italian, and Romansh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ranking of Swiss cities in terms of quality of life?

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    Study Notes

    • Switzerland is a landlocked country in Europe, bordered by Italy, France, Germany, Austria, and Liechtenstein.
    • The country is divided into three regions: the Swiss Plateau, the Alps, and the Jura.
    • Most of the population lives on the plateau, which includes the largest cities and economic centers.
    • Switzerland was established as the Old Swiss Confederacy in the Late Middle Ages.
    • It has maintained a policy of armed neutrality since the 16th century and has not fought an international war since 1815.
    • Switzerland is a federal republic composed of 26 cantons, with federal authorities based in Bern.
    • The country has four main linguistic and cultural regions: German, French, Italian, and Romansh.
    • Switzerland is known for being the birthplace of the Red Cross and hosting the headquarters of major international institutions.
    • It is one of the world's most developed countries, with high rankings in GDP per capita, economic competitiveness, and democratic governance.
    • Swiss cities rank among the highest in terms of quality of life, despite having some of the highest costs of living.

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