Almaty, Kazakhstan — Questions and answers

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What special thing happened to the Zenkov Cathedral in 1911?

Choices

  1. It was built in 1911.
  2. It survived a big earthquake. ✓
  3. It became the tallest building.
  4. It changed its name.

Answer: It survived a big earthquake.

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What can you find a lot of at the Green Bazaar?

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  1. Empty boxes
  2. Mountains of spices ✓
  3. Robot toys
  4. Old cars

Answer: Mountains of spices

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What interesting monument can you find at the top of Kok Tobe hill?

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  1. A giant apple
  2. A playful Beatles monument ✓
  3. A statue of a lion
  4. A tall clock tower

Answer: A playful Beatles monument

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What kind of items are shown at the Museum of Kazakh Folk Musical Instruments?

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  1. Old paintings
  2. Musical instruments like the dombra ✓
  3. Ancient pots
  4. Modern sculptures

Answer: Musical instruments like the dombra

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What can families enjoy while strolling in the First President's Park?

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  1. Loud concerts
  2. Meticulously landscaped gardens ✓
  3. Shopping malls
  4. Fast roller coasters

Answer: Meticulously landscaped gardens

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What does the Central State Museum of Kazakhstan help to preserve and share?

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  1. Modern art
  2. Kazakhstan's heritage ✓
  3. Sports equipment
  4. Rare animals

Answer: Kazakhstan's heritage

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What is special about how the Dungan Mosque was built?

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  1. It was built very quickly.
  2. It was built without any metal nails. ✓
  3. It was built underground.
  4. It was built using only glass.

Answer: It was built without any metal nails.

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What monument stands in Republic Square to symbolize Kazakhstan's independence?

Choices

  1. The Friendship Statue
  2. The Independence Monument ✓
  3. The Victory Arch
  4. The Peace Tower

Answer: The Independence Monument

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What makes the Almaty Metro stations special?

Choices

  1. They are all made of gold.
  2. They have artistic designs like mosaic murals. ✓
  3. They are located on mountains.
  4. They only have one track.

Answer: They have artistic designs like mosaic murals.

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