Flashcards on Global Society, Health, and Career Insights
Global Society, Health, & Career Insights: Student Guide
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Card 1
Question: According to the text, which city is the capital and largest in the Czech Republic?
Answer: Prague
Card 2
Question: On which river is Prague located?
Answer: The Vltava River
Card 3
Question: Approximately how many inhabitants does Prague have?
Answer: About 1.3 million inhabitants
Card 4
Question: According to the text, how many tourists visit Prague annually?
Answer: More than a million tourists annually
Card 5
Question: What nickname is Prague given in the text due to its landmarks?
Answer: The 'City of a Hundred Spires'
Card 6
Question: Which castle is one of Prague's most famous landmarks, and what institutions are housed there?
Answer: Prague Castle; it houses the president, government, and parliament.
Card 7
Question: Who founded Charles Bridge and in which century?
Answer: Charles IV founded it in the 14th century.
Card 8
Question: According to the text, what is the length of Charles Bridge?
Answer: Approximately 516 meters long
Card 9
Question: How many statues adorn Charles Bridge, and which statue is believed to bring good luck when touched?
Answer: The bridge is adorned with 30 statues; the statue of St. John of Nepomuk (Jan Nepomucký) is famous—touching it brings good luck.
Card 10
Question: Where is the astronomical clock located, and from which century does it originate?
Answer: In Old Town Square; it dates back to the 15th century.