Test on The Czech Republic: An Overview

Question 1: The Velvet Revolution in 1989 marked the end of communism in Czechoslovakia.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials state that 'In 1989 the „Velvet Revolution“ saw the end of communism.'

Question 2: According to the provided study materials, which of the following statements accurately describe the structure of the Czech political system?

A. The Czech Parliament is bicameral, comprising the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate.

B. The Chamber of Deputies has 200 members, and the Senate has 81 members.

C. Deputies are elected for a six-year term, and senators for a four-year term.

D. The Senate was re-introduced in 1996 to balance the power of the House.

Explanation: The study materials state that the Czech Republic is a parliamentary democracy with two chambers: the Chamber of Deputies (200 members) and the Senate (81 members). It also mentions that the Senate was re-introduced in 1996 to balance the power of the House. However, deputies are elected for a four-year term and senators for six years, making the third option incorrect.

Question 3: The Czech Republic is home to rare wild animals such as wolves, lynx, and bears.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials state that wolves, lynx, and bears are rare animals found in the Czech Republic.

Question 4: Summers in the Czech Republic are often rainy with changeable weather.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: According to the study materials, summers are sunny and hot. Rainy with changeable weather is characteristic of springs.

Question 5: Which of the following animals are considered standard wild animals found in the Czech Republic, according to the study materials?

A. Squirrels

B. Beavers

C. Mouses

D. Lynx

Explanation: The study materials state that 'Standard animals are squirrels, mouses, bats and ducks.' Beavers are mentioned as animals you can 'sometimes' see, while lynx are listed as 'rare'.