French Paris Quiz
What was the specific name of the structure of the cathedral?
"Gothic" fashion
When was the building finally complete?
1790
How many planes crashed into the mountain?
2 planes. They didn't release how low down they were.
How many arrondissements are in Paris?
20
Currently, what does Monet's garden in Giverny display?
200,000 annuals, biennials, and perennials each year.
How many times has the university closed down in history?
3 times
How many stations does La Metro have?
303
How many main architects were involved in the building?
4
How much land does the whole place cover?
5 acres
How many employees are involved in its daily operations, and what are these employees responsible for doing?
500 employees. The things they're responsible for doing involve working in its restaurants, manning its elevators, ensuring its security and directing the eager crowds flocking the tower's platforms to enjoy panoramic views of the City of Lights
Where is it located?
5th arrondissement, so it is able to look over all of Paris.
About how many people visit the Eiffel Tower each year?
7 million (most tourist attraction in the world)
What was the other garden that Monet had?
A 2.5 acre garden for vegetables and flowers, it was on a separate property.
What is Chartres?
A city in north-central France. It is southwest of Paris
What is the Fontainebleau?
A community
What is Versailles?
A famous castle
What is the theatre shaped like?
A horseshoe, which is an Italian tradition
What is it, where is it located?
A museum, located in Paris on the Left Bank of the Seine.
What is the Chateau de Fontainebleau today?
A national museum and a world heritage site that is located in the commune of Fontainebleau
What was the building ORIGINALLY?
A railway station constructed by Gare D'Orsay
What was it?
A theatre?
What is La Sorbonne?
A very big university in France. It is referred to as the University of Paris. It has one of the biggest libraries in all of France.
Who's plans were the plans used to build the structure?
Alexandre-Gustave Eiffel. He was an architect and metals expert.
What is the Eiffel Tower considered to be today?
An architectural wonder and the most visited tourist location in the world.
Where is Giverny located?
At gateway of Normandy. Located on the right bank of the River Seine, at its confluence with one of the two branches of the River Epte lined with willows and poplars
Where is the Jewish District of Le Marais?
At rue de Rosiers (that's the street name).
What beautiful things can you find in Le Marais?
Beautiful museums and art galleries, for example, the home of Victor Hugo, the Musée Carnavalet focused on the history of Paris, and the exhibitions at the Hotel de Ville.
Why is building it in a horseshoe structure an Italian tradition?
Because in this structure, the audience can see and be seen.
Why did it eventually become a use for suburban services?
Because the trains were too long for the small station
How can you get up the hill?
By either taking the funicular up the mountain or walking up the 222 steps, or you can take the train up
CHARTRES
CHARTRES
What stopped the Eiffel Tower from being taken down?
City officials recognized the building's value as a radiotelegraph station, so they left it up.
Who lives in the Left Bank MOSTLY?
College students because the Sorbonne University is there.
When did it open?
December 1986. One of the largest art museums in Europe.
If you want to see what Le Marais looks like peacefully, when should you go?
During the week, not on the weekends.
What's visible from in La Seine (on a boat)?
EVERYTHING- the Left Bank, the Right Bank, all of the very popular places in Paris...
What caused the building process of Le Panthéon to take longer than expected?
Economic issues
What are places to visit in the Left Bank?
Eiffel Tower, Paris Catacombs, and Luxembourg Gardens. Also, the Sorbonne University?
Why did Alexandre-Gustave Eiffel reject Maurice Koechlin's original plan?
Eiffel wanted him to add more ornate flourishes.
How often does the Eiffel Tower get painted?
Every seven years
FONTAINEBLEAU
FONTAINEBLEAU
What was the Left Bank home to?
Famous people, like Pablo Picasso.
What are the shops mostly dedicated to?
Fashion and cars
What is Mont Blanc home of?
First Winter Olympic Games
What was the name of the first director of the museum?
Francois Cachin
GIVERNY
GIVERNY
What are some of the top brand stores you can find there?
Gap, Sephora, Abercrombie & Fitch, Adidas and even H&M
What are there many of in the district?
Gardens.
Who is the place named after?
Georges Pompidou, who was the president. It was his idea to build this place.
What is the name of the current director?
Guy Cogeval
What did Monet begin doing in 1893?
He made a swampy area into a beautiful water lily pool.
Was Alexandre-Gustave Eiffel the only one involved in making the plans for the structure?
He usually receives the full credit, but a structural engineer named Maurice Koechlin was also involved.
What happened in World War II regarding the Eiffel Tower?
Hitler initially ordered the demolition of the tower, but the command was never carried out. Also during the German occupation of Paris, French resistance fighters famously cut the Eiffel Tower's elevator cables so that the Nazis had to climb the stairs.
When did Soufflot (one of the architects) die and who replaced him?
In 1780 Soufflot died and was replaced by his student Jean-Baptiste Rondelet
In what year was the tower the tallest structure in the world, and which building was made that ended up being taller than this tower?
In 1889, it was the tallest in the world. But, in 1930, the Chrysler Building in New York was built and became taller than the Eiffel Tower.
Where is it located?
In the Alps
Where was Le Panthéon built?
In the Latin Quarter of Paris
Where is it located?
In the Paris Metropolitan area
What is inside the south towers of the twin towers?
Inside, there is Notre Dame's largest bell, called the Emmanuel Bell. It was 13 tons, which is equivalent to 26,000 pounds
What does it look like?
It has many colors. It has a double staircase leading to the foyers and the many floors of the theatre.
What did the Eiffel Tower's structure inspire?
It inspired more than 30 replicas and similar structures of the Eiffel Tower in many cities around the world.
Do you have to pay to get into the cathedral? Also, when can you visit?
It is FREE OF CHARGE. It is open all year long (at certain hours of the day).
What was it, where is it located?
It is a center. Built right in the center of Paris
What is the L'Arc de Triomphe?
It is a famous arc, it's the tomb of the lost soldier
What is Mont Blanc?
It is a mountain
What is La Rive Gauche?
It is a river. It is the southern bank river of the Seine
What is La Rive Droite, and what is it most associated with?
It is a river. It's most associated with the Seine river, in central Paris.
What is the name of the best falafel store in Paris? Where is it located?
It is called I'As du Falafel, located at 34 rue de Rosiers.
What is Giverny most well known for?
It is most well known for where painter Claude Monet lived and worked from 1883 until his death in 1926
What is the Crown of Thorns?
It is one of the most admired religious artifacts, is kept in the cathedral
What rank does the mountain stand at as tallest in the world?
It is the 11th tallest in the world
Is the rent expensive there? If so, why?
It is, because international brands fiercely compete to establish their flagship stores
What did Eiffel Tower do during World War I?
It was able to intercept enemy radio communications.
What is the House of the Cider-Press?
It was an apple press. It was pretty small, but Monet enlarged it on both sides.
Which year was it built in and how old is it currently?
It was built in the year 126 and is currently 1,890 years old.
During and shortly after the World's Fair, was the Eiffel Tower viewed as a cool and nice place to go to, or was it viewed as a bad structure?
It was mixed opinions- some people liked it, some people truly hated it.
Was the Eiffel Tower supposed to be a temporary exhibit or did they intend on leaving it up permanently?
It was supposed to be temporary. It was almost taken down in 1909.
Over the years, what has the Eiffel Tower been the site of?
It was the site of numerous high-profile stunts, ceremonial events and even scientific experiments. In 1911, for instance, the German physicist Theodor Wulf used an electrometer to detect higher levels of radiation at its top than at its base, observing the effects of what are now called cosmic rays.
How long is the street, and which arrondissement does it lie in?
It's 1.25 miles long, and lies in the 8th arrondissement
What does it cost to get in?
It's FREE on the first Sunday of the month for people under 18, people between 18-25 who have been long term EU citizens, for disabled and unemployed visitors, and for pass holders. Other than that, it does cost money
What is interesting about the street around it?
It's a complete circle around it. It's impossible for a person to cross the street.
What is Montmarte?
It's a mountain/hill. It's A district full of authentic charm. It has a spectacular view of all of Paris
What is it, where is it located?
It's a river, located in the south of Paris.
What are people attracted to about this community?
Its ancient looks
What is it known for?
Its destiny within the city and its unique architecture
Who were the architects involved in the structure of the building, and what was the style that they used?
Jacques-Germain Soufflot and Guillaume Rondelet and the style of architecture they used was Neoclassical
When did it first open?
July 1900
Who's leadership was it built under?
King Louis XV, who made a promise in 1744 that if he recovered from being very ill, he would rebuild the church that was completely ruined into the building that became known as Le Panthéon
L'ARC DE TRIOMPHE
L'ARC DE TRIOMPHE
L'OPÉRA
L'OPÉRA
LA METRO
LA METRO
LA RIVE DROITE
LA RIVE DROITE
LA RIVE GAUCHE
LA RIVE GAUCHE
LA SEINE
LA SEINE
LA SORBONNE
LA SORBONNE
LA TOUR EIFFEL
LA TOUR EIFFEL
LE CENTRE POMPIDOU
LE CENTRE POMPIDOU
LE LOUVRE
LE LOVRE
LE MARAIS
LE MARAIS
LE MUSÉE D'ORSAY
LE MUSÉE D'ORSAY
LE PANTHÉON
LE PANTHÉON
LES CHAMPS-ELYSÉES
LES CHAMPS-ELYSÉES
What is the other name for it?
La bateaux Mouche
What is the current purpose of the building, and why?
Le Panthéon currently serves the purpose of a mausoleum, because the Revolutionist government changed its purpose, and is a popular tourist attraction in Paris
MONT BLANC
MONT BLANC
MONTMARTE
MONTMARTE
What did part of the station become a port for?
Mail in World War 2
What is in the museum?
Mainly French art from 1848 to 1914
What did Monet write in his letters?
Monet kept expressing his stronger and stronger attachment to Giverny
The museum has the largest collection of art by which people?
Monet, Manet, Degas, Renoir, Cezanne, Saurat, Sisley, Gauguin and Van Gogh
Is it in Paris?
NO. It is 622 kilometers away from Paris
NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL
NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL
In the Left Bank there are many high-end...
Neighborhoods
Which side is it on? Northern or Southern?
Northern part (right side)
What was the Japanese Footbridge?
Oil painting by Claude Monet. It was painted in 1899. It was a very large painting, and it is currently on display at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
What is something that it has?
One of the world's best business schools
What are its names?
Opéra de Paris or simply L'Opéra, or Opéra Garnier
Is there any charge to go to this?
Other than using the funicular or the train to get up there, there is no charge.
What does "Notre Dame de Paris" literally mean?
Our Lady of Paris
How many people reach the summit of the mountain each year?
Over 20,000
What else can you find in Le Centre Pompidou?
Paintings, sculptures, drawings, and photography
What's its address?
Place du Panthéon.
What else is there on the walk?
Plenty to interest visitors, like art shops and other shops
What are the most iconic brands of the Parisian style?
Sandro, Maje, and Comptoir des Cotonniers
What is the Palais Garnier?
Seat opera house, built in 1979
What happened in 1993?
Simone Letriech, Hungarian underground culture artist released a series of short musical vignettes themed around the locality, entitled Right Bank Hank
What can you do there?
Ski, hike, snowboard, climb, cycle
What can you find on the streets in the neighborhood?
Street art
What is La Metro?
Subway station of Paris.
What is "sacred" in Le Marais?
Sunday brunch is sacred in Le Marais. People say "If you don't do Sunday brunch, you don't do Le Marais".
When was the Notre Dame Cathedral built?
The 13th Century
In 1889, what did Paris host, and what was it for?
The Exposition Universelle (World's Fair), and it was to mark the 100 year anniversary of the French Revolution.
Which communities can be found in Le Marais?
The Jewish community, Chinese Community, and Gay Community
Who does is house?
The Mona Lisa
What is it famous for?
The Notre Dame Cathedral located in it. Also has the Chartres Cathedral.
What was the most famous part of the community?
The Palace- Chateau de Fontainebleau
What was it built for?
The Paris opera
What is the name of the play that makes this opera house so famous?
The Phantom of the Opera.
Which group designed the building?
The Piano & Rogers Team
What is in the Right Bank?
The Place Vendome, Champs-Elysees street, Rue de la Paix, Rue de Rivoli, and Avenue Montaigne.
What is the most famous garden in the district?
The Place des Vosges. This is also the oldest square in Paris. It is one of the only gardens in Paris where you can sit on the grass. It is a very typical French garden, everything is tidy and the buildings surrounding it are harmonious. People come here to relax when it's sunny.
What is the Fondation Claude Monet museum?
The artist's former home and elaborate gardens, where he produced his famed water lily series
What does the name La bateaux Mouche refer to?
The boats within the city
What is the famous thing in front of the building?
The famous Stravinsky fountain
What did this Jewish community used to be?
The largest Jewish community in all of Europe. No longer is, just used to be.
Where is it located in Paris?
The northwest
What is something very unique about this place?
The plumbing, electrics, air circulation, wires, pipes, and even escalators, were located on the OUTSIDE of the building
What is something inside the building that makes it famous?
The public library, which holds almost 500,000 books.
On Sunday in Le Marais, what happens on the streets?
The streets become closed to cars and open to pedestrians only, so it's very crowded.
What's the name of the 2 towers that are part of the cathedral
The twin towers (stop laughing)
Where does the walk continue down to?
The world famous Moulin Rouge cabaret
What is it?
The world's largest museum and a historic monument in Paris
How did it eventually become a museum?
There were arguments of what it should become. Some said a hotel, some said a museum. The Directorate of the Museums of France declared that it become a museum.
When Gustave Eiffel's company built Paris' most recognizable monument for the 1889 World's Fair, what did the people think of the Eiffel Tower?
They doubted it, thought it would never turn out to be good. Regarded it with Skepticism.
At the Exposition Universelle, what were the artists submitting? What was it for?
They submitted different plans for a structure to be built on the Champ-de-Mars. The structure was to be built to serve as the fair's entrance.
VERSAILLES
VERSAILLES
What will you see inside the Notre Dame?
Very beautiful and astonishing structures. The windows are stained glass, very beautiful looking. Some of these windows were made all the way back in the 13th century
Who is/are buried at the Le Panthéon
Very important people in French history
What is there to do there?
Visit spas, visit the church, play at golf courses, do water sports, horseback riding tours, seaway tours, and go to bars and clubs
Which way does the river flow?
Westward
Which way does the river flow?
Westward, and it cuts Paris into 2, like La Rive Droite
What is it known as? (what do people call it)
White mountain
Did Monet remain in the village until his death?
Yes
Is it one of the largest religious buildings in the world?
Yes
Is it one of the prime tourist destinations of Paris?
Yes
Is it one of the symbols of Paris?
Yes
Is it the largest museum in Europe for modern art?
Yes
Is the Palais Garnier the most famous opera house in the world?
Yes
Is this considered a world famous Cathedral?
Yes
Is it still a functioning church?
Yes, a Roman Catholic Church
Does it cost money to visit the gardens and bridges of Monet in Giverny?
Yes, but it's free for children under 7
Does it cost money to visit Le Panthéon?
Yes, but not for those under 17 years old.
Does it cost money to visit?
Yes, but not much
Does it cost money to go on these boats across the river?
Yes, but under 4 years old it's free
Does it cost money to have access to it?
Yes, but very cheap, anyone would say it's worth it
Does it split Paris?
Yes, it cuts it into 2 parts, the right bank (north) and left bank (south).
Does it cost money to go inside the Eiffel Tower?
Yes. (Madame isn't going to ask the exact costs, just know that it costs money)
Is the community a large tourist attraction?
Yes. People visit the Palace and the famous forest
What can you find on the street rue des Francs Bourgeois?
You can find a lot of hipsters and fashion lovers walking in the streets, looking for the best clothing in the shops. On this street you will be people wearing the very typical Parisian style, and you can buy this style clothing in the stores, too.
What can you find in the Jewish District?
You can find the falafels, which is a typical Jewish food.
What was it originally built for?
as a church dedicated to St. Genevieve.
In 2016, what was La Metro ranked as?
best public rapid transportation in the world
What do people call the Cathedral?
called Notre Dame de Paris, the Notre Dame Cathedral or sometimes simply Notre Dame.
What is the building made of?
completely out of stone and marble.
When did Giverny officially rise to fame?
in 1883 when the painter Claude Monet discovered the village whilst looking out of the train window
Where is Notre Dame located?
on the Paris Island called Ile de la Cite. This Island is the heart of the city of Paris
What is Les Champs-Elysées?
one of the most beautiful, luxurious and expensive streets in the world
Nowadays, what is the Eiffel Tower to people?
one of the most recognizable structures on the planet
Mont Blanc Tunnel
runs beneath the mountain between France and Italy and is one of the major trans-Alpine transport routes.
What is the name of the river that surrounds the island that the cathedral lies on?
the Seine. This river flows through the entire city of Paris
What does the village consist of?
two streets on the hillside lined with low houses in a pink or green roughcast with slate roofs
