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What monument stands in the centre of Place de la Concorde? What is the name of the byzantine-romanesque church standing atop of Montmartre Hill? Which palace is the official residence of the President of the French Republic? These are some of the questions you will be challenged with! Let’s see how well you know the monuments and sites of Paris and as we say in French: “Bonne chance !”
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Monuments and Sites of Paris
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Question 1 |
What is the name of this Parisian monument?
A | Arc de Triomphe Hint: Situated at the top of the Champs-Élysées |
B | Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel Hint: Situated between the Louvre and the Tuileries Garden |
C | Porte Saint Denis Hint: Situated in the Grands Boulevards |
D | Porte Saint Martin Hint: Situated in the Grands Boulevards |
Question 1 Explanation:
The Arc du Carrousel is a triumphal arch built by Napoleon from 1807 to 1808 to celebrate the victory of the French imperial army in Austerlitz. The Arc du Carrousel was designed by Charles Percier and Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine on the model of the Arch of Septimius Severus and the Arch of Constantine in Rome.
Question 2 |
What is the name of this church?
A | Notre-Dame Cathedral
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B | Sacré-Cœur |
C | Saint-Denis Basilica |
D | Sainte-Chapelle |
Question 2 Explanation:
Built on the Ile de la Cité, majestic and elegant, Notre-Dame has watched over Paris while the city goes about its business for almost a thousand years. Being one of the most prestigious architectural works in Paris, it is a source of constant creative inspiration to Parisians. http://lgcrcdlu.preview.infomaniak.com/notre-dame-de-paris/
Question 3 |
What is the name of the park situated at the foreground of this photo?
A | Champ-de-Mars Hint: Stretches between the Eiffel Tower and the École Militaire |
B | Jardin des Tuileries Hint: Situated between the Louvre and Place de la Concorde |
C | Jardin du Luxembourg Hint: Borders the Luxembourg Palace in the 6th arrondissement |
D | Parc Monceau Hint: Situated in the 8th arrondissement |
Question 3 Explanation:
Among the many parks and gardens of Paris, the Luxembourg Garden is certainly one of the favourite green spaces of Parisians, students and tourists. Fascinated by this area of scenic beauty in the centre of the capital, visitors enjoy the greenery punctuated with a multitude of statues, playgrounds and the famous Guignol puppet show. http://lgcrcdlu.preview.infomaniak.com/jardin-du-luxembourg-paris/
Question 4 |
What is the name of this square?
A | Place Dauphine
Hint: A square in the Île de la Cité |
B | Place de la Concorde Hint: A square between the Champs-Élysées and the Tuileries Garden |
C | Place des Vosges Hint: A square in the Marais district |
D | Place Vendôme Hint: A square in the first arrondissement |
Question 4 Explanation:
The picturesque Place des Vosges is located in the Marais district in Paris, at the junction of the 3rd and 4th arrondissements. This excellent example of Louis XIII-style architecture is the oldest planned square in Paris and its charm comes from the regularity of the façades. Often considered as one of Europe’s most beautiful squares, the Place des Vosges, formally named “Place Royale”, is a perfect symmetrical square (140 m X 140 m) bordered by 36 buildings. http://lgcrcdlu.preview.infomaniak.com/place-des-vosges-paris/
Question 5 |
What is the name of this famous and prestigious avenue?
A | Avenue de la Grande Armée Hint: Links the Arc de Triomphe to Porte Maillot |
B | Avenue des Champs-Élysées Hint: Links the Arc de Triomphe to Place de la Concorde |
C | Boulevard Haussmann Hint: Part of "Les Grands Boulevards" |
D | Boulevard Saint-Germain Hint: A busy street in the Left Bank |
Question 5 Explanation:
The celebrated Avenue des Champs-Élysées is synonymous with glitz and glamour. The Avenue and its district are part of the Voie Triomphale (Triumphal Way): the Historical Axis. This magnificent vista runs through some of Paris’ most celebrated monuments and squares: from the Louvre and the gardens of the Tuileries to La Défense, passing through the Champs-Elysées, which are dominated by the famous Arc de Triomphe. The Grand-Palais and the Petit-Palais are grand additions to the area from La Belle Epoque period. http://lgcrcdlu.preview.infomaniak.com/avenue-des-champs-elysees-paris/
Question 6 |
What monument stands in the centre of Place de la Concorde?
A | Arc de Triomphe |
B | Colonne Vendôme |
C | Eiffel Tower |
D | Luxor Obelisk |
Question 6 Explanation:
The Obelisk, ideally placed in the middle of the Place de la Concorde, is part of the strange geometrical layout and perspective along the Historical Axis, evoking the symbols of Ancient Egypt.
http://lgcrcdlu.preview.infomaniak.com/place-de-la-concorde-paris/
Question 7 |
What is the name of the building on the Right Bank facing the Eiffel Tower?
A | Centre Georges Pompidou |
B | École Militaire |
C | Opéra Bastille |
D | Palais de Chaillot |
Question 7 Explanation:
The Palais de Chaillot is situated on the Trocadéro hill. Chaillot refers to a former village.
It was designed in classic "moderne" style by architects Louis-Hippolyte Boileau, Jacques Carlu and Léon Azéma. The building features two wings shaped to form a wide arc which are independent buildings with no central element to connect them. Between them, a wide esplanade leaves an open view from the place du Trocadéro to the Eiffel Tower and beyond.
Question 8 |
What is the French name of this monument?
A | La Eiffel Tour |
B | La Tour d'Eiffel |
C | La Tour de Fer |
D | La Tour Eiffel |
Question 8 Explanation:
La Tour Eiffel – The Eiffel Tower sounds like a magical name that describes a sight that everyone hopes they will see one day. Paris had already proved its charm to the world before the tower was even built with many amazing monuments: the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe and Notre-Dame. Now the Eiffel Tower surpasses them all in height and can be seen from each of these three buildings from a different, interesting, angle. The iron tower still remains one of the most visited monuments in the whole world. http://lgcrcdlu.preview.infomaniak.com/fun-facts-about-the-eiffel-tower/
Question 9 |
A | Les Invalides |
B | La Madeleine |
C | Le Panthéon |
D | Le Sacré-Cœur |
Question 9 Explanation:
The monumental basilica of Sacré-Cœur stands like a crown atop the hillock, its white mass and singular domes and Romanesque-Byzantine architecture at odds with its surroundings.
http://lgcrcdlu.preview.infomaniak.com/montmartre-paris/
Question 10 |
A | Musée d'Orsay Hint: a museum set in a former railway station |
B | Opéra Garnier Hint: a grand opera house from the 19th century |
C | Palais du Louvre Hint: the former residence of the kings of France |
D | Panthéon Hint: a sanctuary devoted to the grand men and women of France |
Question 10 Explanation:
Situated in the Grands Boulevards area, the Opéra Garnier (or Garnier Palace) was built from 1861 to 1875 by architect Garnier. Its great and opulent auditorium seats 1,979.
Question 11 |
A | Conciergerie Hint: Situated on Île de la Cité |
B | Palais du Louvre Hint: Situated on the Right Bank next to Palais Royal |
C | Palais du Luxembourg Hint: Situated on the Left Bank next to the Luxembourg Garden |
D | Palais Royal Hint: Situated on the Right Bank next to Palais du Louvre |
Question 11 Explanation:
The Conciergerie was the seat of the medieval Kings of France from the 10th to the 14th centuries before becoming a prison. Hundreds of prisoners (including Marie-Antoinette) during the French Revolution were taken from La Conciergerie to be executed on the guillotine at a number of locations around Paris.
It is now part of the larger complex known as the Palais de Justice, which is still used for judicial purposes.
Question 12 |
What is the name of this square which features a memorial column in its centre?
A | Place de la Bastille Hint: former location of the infamous prison |
B | Place de la Concorde Hint: formerly known as Place Louis XV |
C | Place des Victoires Hint: to the north of Palais Royal |
D | Place Vendôme Hint: a mecca of money and luxury with renowned and prestigious establishments: |
Question 12 Explanation:
The famous Place Vendôme in Paris’ first arrondissement ranks amongst France’s most beautiful squares. Located to the north of the Tuileries Garden, it is a magnificent example of neoclassical architecture in France, similar to the squares of Place de la Concorde (Paris), Place de la Bourse (Bordeaux) and Place Stanislas (Nancy). A mecca of money and luxury, Place Vendôme provides a base for renowned and prestigious establishments: the Ritz hotel, Cartier, Rolex, Chanel jewellery, as well as the Ministry of Justice; and in its centre the celebrated Column of Vendôme sits enthroned.
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Question 13 |
A | a museum |
B | the City-Hall of Paris |
C | a national library |
D | the residence of the Prime minister |
Question 13 Explanation:
The City-Hall of Paris houses the city's local administration. It is situated on the place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville (formerly place de Grève) in the 4th arrondissement.
The previous building was destroyed by fire during the events of the Paris Commune in 1871 and rebuilt from 1873 through 1892 in Renaissance style.
Today, it is the seat of the Mayor of Paris (since 1977) and also serves as a venue for large receptions.
Question 14 |
A | Grand Palais Hint: built during the Belle Époque |
B | Palais de l'Élysée Hint: formerly known as Hôtel d'Évreux, it belonged to the Marquise de Pompadour |
C | Palais du Louvre Hint: the former residence of the kings of France |
D | Palais du Luxembourg Hint: a palace built by Maria de Medici in the 17th century |
Question 14 Explanation:
Since 1873 the Palais de l'Élysée has been the official residence of the President of the French Republic.
It was formerly known as Hôtel d'Évreux and was the residence of the Marquise de Pompadour, favourite of Louis XV, during the 18th century.
It is located near the Champs-Élysées in the 8th arrondissement of Paris.
Question 15 |
A | Les Invalides Hint: a church included in a complex built by Louis XIV |
B | Le Panthéon Hint: a necropolis of France’s greatest citizens |
C | Le Sacré-Cœur Hint: a church standing atop the Hill of Montmartre |
D | Le Val de Grâce Hint: a |
Question 15 Explanation:
The neo-classical Panthéon stands at the top of the Sainte-Geneviève hill.
The majestic dome is surmounted by a lantern tower reaching 83 metres that filters a little light into the centre of the sanctuary.
Formerly a church in 1885 it became a necropolis of France’s greatest citizens and a popular national monument.
The crypt contains the tombs of many great French notables: Voltaire, Rousseau, Victor Hugo, Émile Zola, Jean Jaurès, Pierre and Marie Curie, Jean Moulin.
http://lgcrcdlu.preview.infomaniak.com/pantheon-paris/
Question 16 |
What is the name of this famous bridge spanning the River Seine?
A | Pont Alexandre III |
B | Pont des Arts |
C | Pont Neuf |
D | Pont Royal |
Question 16 Explanation:
The Pont Alexandre III was built in the same period as the Grand and Petit Palais for the 1900 World Exhibition. Its first stone was laid by Nicholas II on the 7th October 1896, celebrating Franco-Russian friendship and was dedicated to the Tsar’s father, Alexander III. Engineers Resal and Alby designed the proposed bridge according to the technical requirements of the day: to not interrupt river traffic passing along the Seine, by building several arches and to avoid masking the beautiful perspective leading to the Invalides. Technically, the Pont Alexandre III was an engineering success, with a 6m high single-span steel arch across the Seine.
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Question 17 |
What is the name of the building which is the seat of the French National Assembly, the lower legislative chamber of the French parliament?
A | Palais Bourbon Hint: Located in the Left Bank |
B | Palais Brongniart Hint: Located in the Right Bank |
C | Palais du Luxembourg Hint: Located in the Left Bank |
D | Palais Royal Hint: Located in the Right Bank |
Question 17 Explanation:
Palais Bourbon is located in the 7th arrondissement in Paris, overlooking the Seine and facing the Place de la Concorde.
The palace was built in 1722 except for the grand pedimented portico with its majestic columns facing the Seine River which was completed in 1806 during the Napoleonic Era.
The hemicycle of the National Assembly seats the 577 députés (MP), each elected by a single-member constituency through a two-rounds system.
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Question 18 |
What is the name of the small island situated "behind" Notre-Dame?
A | Île de la Cité |
B | Île des Cygnes |
C | Île Saint-Denis |
D | Île Saint-Louis |
Question 18 Explanation:
The calm little Île Saint-Louis has nothing in common with its larger neighbour Île de la Cité. Named after King Louis IX (Saint-Louis), it includes no great monuments except a few interesting mansions such as Hôtel Lambert. Nevertheless, the island is appreciated for its beautiful quays and peaceful residential district in the centre of Paris.
http://lgcrcdlu.preview.infomaniak.com/quais-de-la-seine-paris/
Question 19 |
What is the name of Paris' tallest office building?
A | Centre Pompidou |
B | Tour de la Porte Maillot |
C | Tour Montmartre |
D | Tour Montparnasse |
Question 19 Explanation:
The Tour Montparnasse (Montparnasse Tower) is a high-rise building overlooking the district of Montparnasse in the 15th arrondissement and borders the 6th and 14th arrondissements. Its panoramic terrace offers one of the most beautiful views over Paris.
In 2013, the 210 m tall tower is France’s second tallest building after the Tour First (La Défense) reaching 231 m.
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Question 20 |
What is the name of this palace?
A | Grand-Palais |
B | Palais du Louvre |
C | Palais du Luxembourg |
D | Palais Royal |
Question 20 Explanation:
Palace of the Kings and Queens of France, the Louvre has now become one of the world’s most visited museum. The Louvre and the Tuileries are the starting points of the grand Historical Axis. This magnificent vista runs through some of Paris’ most celebrated monuments and squares: the Glass Pyramid of the Louvre in the Cour Napoléon, the Arc du Carrousel, the former Palace of the Tuileries destroyed in the 19th Century, and the gardens of the Tuileries. Beyond, the axis crosses the majestic Place de la Concorde and its Egyptian obelisk before running through the Champs-Elysées, dominated by the famous Arc de Triomphe.
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