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What are the four countries that border Switzerland?
What are the four countries that border Switzerland?
- France, Italy, Austria, Liechtenstein
- Germany, France, Italy, Liechtenstein
- Germany, France, Austria, Liechtenstein
- Germany, France, Italy, Austria (correct)
What is the approximate size of Switzerland compared to New Jersey?
What is the approximate size of Switzerland compared to New Jersey?
- About the same size as New Jersey (correct)
- Smaller than New Jersey
- Larger than New Jersey
- Switzerland's size is not mentioned in the text
Which of the following is NOT one of Switzerland's three main geographical regions?
Which of the following is NOT one of Switzerland's three main geographical regions?
- Plateau
- Valais (correct)
- Jura
- Alps
How many lakes does Switzerland have?
How many lakes does Switzerland have?
Which of the following is NOT one of Switzerland's two largest lakes?
Which of the following is NOT one of Switzerland's two largest lakes?
Which of the following best describes the population distribution in Switzerland?
Which of the following best describes the population distribution in Switzerland?
Which of the following is NOT one of Switzerland's top tourist attractions mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT one of Switzerland's top tourist attractions mentioned in the text?
What is a key characteristic of the Swiss countryside described in the text?
What is a key characteristic of the Swiss countryside described in the text?
Which of the following activities is NOT mentioned as a leisure activity associated with Lake Geneva?
Which of the following activities is NOT mentioned as a leisure activity associated with Lake Geneva?
What is the distinguishing feature of the Lauterbrunnen Valley that earned it the nickname 'Valley of Waterfalls'?
What is the distinguishing feature of the Lauterbrunnen Valley that earned it the nickname 'Valley of Waterfalls'?
What percentage of Switzerland's territory is covered by the Alpine region?
What percentage of Switzerland's territory is covered by the Alpine region?
Which of the following statements about the Rhine Falls is TRUE according to the text?
Which of the following statements about the Rhine Falls is TRUE according to the text?
What outdoor activity is NOT mentioned as being popular in the Swiss Alps?
What outdoor activity is NOT mentioned as being popular in the Swiss Alps?
Which mountain range extends across the western part of Switzerland?
Which mountain range extends across the western part of Switzerland?
What is the central portion of Switzerland known for, characterized by rolling hills and fertile plains?
What is the central portion of Switzerland known for, characterized by rolling hills and fertile plains?
Which sector is Switzerland's economy renowned for, attracting clients globally due to privacy and security?
Which sector is Switzerland's economy renowned for, attracting clients globally due to privacy and security?
Which industry is synonymous with precision, luxury, and craftsmanship in Switzerland?
Which industry is synonymous with precision, luxury, and craftsmanship in Switzerland?
What outdoor activities are mentioned as popular in Switzerland due to its landscape?
What outdoor activities are mentioned as popular in Switzerland due to its landscape?
According to the passage, what is a distinctive feature of Lake Lucerne?
According to the passage, what is a distinctive feature of Lake Lucerne?
When does the skiing season typically begin and end in Switzerland?
When does the skiing season typically begin and end in Switzerland?
What is yodelling traditionally used for in Switzerland?
What is yodelling traditionally used for in Switzerland?
Which of the following is NOT a traditional Swiss costume item mentioned in the passage?
Which of the following is NOT a traditional Swiss costume item mentioned in the passage?
What are some traditional Swiss foods mentioned in the passage?
What are some traditional Swiss foods mentioned in the passage?
According to the passage, what activities can visitors enjoy on Lake Lucerne?
According to the passage, what activities can visitors enjoy on Lake Lucerne?
What is the Swiss education system renowned for?
What is the Swiss education system renowned for?
What is the primary focus of the Swiss education system?
What is the primary focus of the Swiss education system?
What is the defining characteristic of the international schools in Switzerland?
What is the defining characteristic of the international schools in Switzerland?
What is the healthcare system in Switzerland known for?
What is the healthcare system in Switzerland known for?
What is Switzerland often referred to as?
What is Switzerland often referred to as?