The 15 quiz questions
Question 1 : Which country is represented by this flag?
Possible answers:
- Romania
- Bulgaria
- Moldova
- Andorra
Explanation: The Moldovan blue-yellow-red with the coat of arms in the center is very similar to the Romanian flag. Moldova and Romania share a common cultural and linguistic heritage.
Question 2 : Which country is represented by this flag?
Possible answers:
- Montenegro
- Albania
- Serbia
- North Macedonia
Explanation: Adopted in 2004, the Montenegrin flag features a red background bordered in gold with a double-headed eagle. The design is inspired by the coat of arms of King Nicholas I of Montenegro.
Question 3 : Which country is represented by this flag?
Possible answers:
- North Macedonia
- Albania
- Turkey
- Montenegro
Explanation: The sun with 8 rays on a red background was adopted in 1995 after a diplomatic conflict with Greece over the Sun of Vergina, symbol of ancient Greek Macedonia.
Question 4 : Which country is represented by this flag?
Possible answers:
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Kosovo
- Croatia
- European Union
Explanation: Adopted in 1998, the flag of Bosnia and Herzegovina with its yellow triangle and stars is a compromise imposed by the international community after the Balkan War.
Question 5 : Which country is represented by this flag?
Possible answers:
- Cyprus
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Kosovo
- Europe
Explanation: Adopted in 2008 upon the declaration of independence, Kosovo's flag shows the country's silhouette in yellow on a blue background. The 6 stars represent the 6 ethnic communities.
Question 6 : This flag looks like Indonesia's. It belongs to?
Possible answers:
- Poland
- Latvia
- Malta
- Monaco
Explanation: Monaco's flag (red over white) is identical to Indonesia's but with different proportions (4:5 for Monaco vs 2:3 for Indonesia). Officially adopted in 1881.
Question 7 : Which country is represented by this flag?
Possible answers:
- Romania
- Bulgaria
- Moldova
- Andorra
Explanation: The Andorran blue-yellow-red tricolor bears the coat of arms in the center. The motto "Virtus Unita Fortior" means "United virtue is stronger." Andorra is a co-principality between France and Spain.
Question 8 : Which country is represented by this flag?
Possible answers:
- Kosovo
- Cyprus
- San Marino
- Luxembourg
Explanation: San Marino's white and light blue flag bears the republic's coat of arms. San Marino claims to be the oldest republic in the world, founded in 301 AD.
Question 9 : Which country is represented by this flag?
Possible answers:
- Liechtenstein
- Andorra
- Monaco
- Ukraine
Explanation: Liechtenstein's horizontal blue and red features a golden crown added in 1937. At the 1936 Berlin Olympics, it was discovered that its flag was identical to Haiti's!
Question 10 : Which country is represented by this flag?
Possible answers:
- England
- Switzerland
- Georgia
- Denmark
Explanation: The Georgian five-cross flag was adopted in 2004 during the Rose Revolution. It is inspired by medieval banners of the Kingdom of Georgia and Christian symbolism.
Question 11 : Which country is represented by this flag?
Possible answers:
- Lithuania
- Bulgaria
- Serbia
- Belarus
Explanation: The Belarusian red and green flag with the traditional red and white ornament on the left side is unique in the world. The ornament is a traditional weaving pattern. Adopted in 2012.
Question 12 : Which country is represented by this flag?
Possible answers:
- Austria
- Monaco
- Poland
- Malta
Explanation: The white and red Maltese flag bears the George Cross in the upper left corner. This cross was awarded by King George VI in 1942 for Malta's courage during World War II.
Question 13 : Which European micro-state had to add a crown to its flag to distinguish it from another country?
Possible answers:
- Monaco
- Liechtenstein
- Andorra
- San Marino
Explanation: Liechtenstein added a golden crown to its flag in 1937 after discovering at the 1936 Berlin Olympics that its flag was identical to Haiti's. An embarrassing moment in Olympic history!
Question 14 : Which country is represented by this flag?
Possible answers:
- Malta
- Cyprus
- Kosovo
- Iceland
Explanation: The Cypriot flag is unique: it shows the copper-colored silhouette of the island on a white background. Copper actually gets its name from Cyprus. The olive branches symbolize peace.
Question 15 : Which country adopted a flag with an 8-ray sun in 1995 after a diplomatic conflict with Greece?
Possible answers:
- Albania
- North Macedonia
- Kosovo
- Montenegro
Explanation: Greece opposed the Republic of Macedonia's use of the Sun of Vergina (16 rays), a symbol of ancient Greek Macedonia. A new 8-ray design was imposed as a compromise.



