France is the largest country in the European Union by land area (about 247,000 square miles / 640,000 square kilometers). It is famous for the Eiffel Tower in Paris, French cuisine, wine, and cheese. France also has diverse landscapes: beaches, mountains (the Alps), and rolling countryside. Which European country is known as the "hexagon" (l'Hexagone) because of its shape?

Germany is the most populous country in the European Union, with about 84 million people. It is known for its engineering (cars like Mercedes, BMW, Volkswagen), beer, sausages, and castles. The capital is Berlin. Which European country is famous for the Autobahn (highways with no speed limits)?

Italy is a peninsula in southern Europe shaped like a boot. It is famous for its history (Roman Empire), art (Renaissance), food (pizza, pasta), and landmarks (Colosseum, Leaning Tower of Pisa). The capital is Rome. Which country contains the independent states of Vatican City and San Marino?

Spain is a country in southwestern Europe, sharing the Iberian Peninsula with Portugal. It is known for flamenco music and dance, bullfighting, paella, and siestas. The capital is Madrid. Spain also has many islands (Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean, Canary Islands off Africa). Which Spanish city is famous for the Sagrada Família basilica (designed by Antoni Gaudí)?

The United Kingdom (UK) is an island nation off the northwestern coast of Europe. It consists of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The capital is London. The UK is known for its history, monarchy, and the Industrial Revolution. Which country is NOT part of the United Kingdom?

Russia is a transcontinental country, spanning Eastern Europe and Northern Asia. It is the largest country in the world by land area (about 6.6 million square miles / 17.1 million square kilometers). The Ural Mountains are often considered the boundary between Europe and Asia. Moscow is the capital. Which city is the capital of Russia?

Greece is located in southeastern Europe, known as the cradle of Western civilization (birthplace of democracy, philosophy, theater, and the Olympic Games). It is famous for its ancient ruins (Acropolis, Parthenon) and islands (Santorini, Mykonos, Crete). The capital is Athens. Which sea lies to the south of Greece?

The Nordic countries are Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland. They are known for their high standard of living, social welfare systems, and natural beauty (fjords, northern lights). Which Nordic country is famous for its fjords (deep, narrow inlets carved by glaciers)?

Benelux is a union of three countries: Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. They were among the founding members of the European Union. The Netherlands is known for its windmills, tulips, and canals. Which city is the capital of the Netherlands?

Switzerland is a landlocked country in the Alps known for its neutrality, banking, chocolate, cheese, and watches. It is not a member of the European Union but is part of the Schengen Area. What is the capital of Switzerland?