Who climbed Mount Říp? What was the National Revival? What is the emergency number for the police? These are some of the questions about Czech culture, history, and everyday life featured on the Czech citizenship exam.
Unlike the language exam, which tests foreigners’ communication skills, the Czech life and institutions test assesses applicants' knowledge of public affairs, traditions, and customs in the Czech Republic, determining their integration into Czech society. The National Pedagogical Institute has compiled a sample test. Would you pass? Take the quiz to find out!
When do Czechs usually give each other Christmas presents?
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- Dec. 23
- Dec. 24
- Dec. 25
When do primary and secondary school students have their main holidays in the Czech Republic?
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- February and March
- May and June
- July and August
Which famous Czech director lived in the U.S. and received two Oscars?
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- Jiří Menzel
- Jan Svěrak
- Miloš Forman
Who became the first Czechoslovak president in 1918?
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- T.G. Masaryk
- Edvard Beneš
- Alois Rašín
What does the abbreviation VAT mean on receipts for goods?
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- Income tax
- Consumption tax
- Value added tax
Which of these sentences does the Czech national anthem begin with?
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- Where is my home, where is my home?
- May peace remain with this land.
- Saint Wenceslas, duke of the Czech land.
What is the name of the currency of the Czech Republic?
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- Euro
- Kroner
- Crown
Ms. Nováková likes to ride her bike to work. In which of the following situations does she not respect the rules of the road?
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- She rides her bike in line behind her colleague.
- She rides her bike on the right side of the road.
- She rides her bike on the sidewalk.
What is the approximate area of the Czech Republic?
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- 59,000 km2
- 79,000 km2
- 109,000 km2
Which two chambers make up the Parliament of the Czech Republic?
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- The Chamber of Deputies and the Government
- The Chamber of Deputies and the Senate
- The Senate and the Government
What was the name of the student who set himself on fire in January 1969 in Prague on Wenceslas Square?
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- Jan Opletal
- Václav Sedláček
- Jan Palach
What is the name of the office that deals with unemployment benefits?
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- Labor Office
- Regional office
- Financial Office
What is the task of the ombudsman?
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- Decides guilt and punishment for crimes
- It resolves citizens' complaints about state administration offices
- Represents the accused person in court proceedings
From what age can a citizen of the Czech Republic participate in elections as a voter?
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- 16
- 18
- 21
Which UNESCO-listed city is located in South Bohemia?
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- Tábor
- Kutná Hora
- Český Krumlov
If your mobile phone breaks and you go to the store to claim the warranty, how many days does the seller have to process the claim?
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- 14
- 30
- 60
Where can a citizen of the Czech Republic apply for a new passport if they lose it?
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- At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- At the District Court
- At the Municipal Office
According to legend, who climbed Mount Říp?
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- Princess Libuše
- Přemysl the Ploughman
- Great-grandfather Čech
Which phone number is for the Police of the Czech Republic?
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- 150
- 155
- 158
What is the name of the document issued to spouses by the Registry Office after the marriage?
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- Marriage certificate
- Declaration of marriage
- Proof of registered partnership

What is the name of this building in the picture?
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- Charles University Faculty of Law
- National Theatre Prague
- National Theatre Brno
What is the name of the international military organization that ensures the security of the Czech Republic?
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- NATO
- CEFTA
- EU
What do you call the development of Czech culture in the 19th century?
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- Standardization
- National Revival
- The Velvet Revolution

What is the name of this building in the picture?
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- Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Brno
- Prague Castle
- National Theatre Prague