Andorra civics quiz: questions and answers
All 15 general civics quiz questions about Andorra with answers and explanations, grouped by topic. This is a learning quiz, not an official exam. Select a question to see the answer.
Government and law 5 questions
The two co-princes, the General Council, the 1993 Constitution and Catalan as the official language.
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What is the capital of Andorra?
Andorra la Vella
Andorra la Vella is the capital of Andorra and home to the General Council and the Government.
Who are Andorra’s two co-princes?
The Bishop of Urgell and the President of France
Andorra's heads of state are two co-princes: the Bishop of Urgell in Catalonia and the President of the French Republic.
What is the name of Andorra’s parliament?
General Council (Consell General)
Andorra's parliament is the General Council (Consell General). The Grand and General Council is San Marino's parliament.
What is the official language of Andorra?
Catalan
The Constitution makes Catalan the official language of Andorra. Spanish and French are widely spoken but are not official.
In which year did Andorrans approve their Constitution by referendum?
1993
Andorra's Constitution was approved by referendum on 14 March 1993, now marked as Constitution Day.
History 5 questions
The Pareatges of 1278, the Count of Foix, the Consell de la Terra and the Casa de la Vall.
Which agreements of 1278 established the shared sovereignty over Andorra?
The Pareatges
The Pareatges of 1278 and 1288 settled the shared lordship of Andorra, the basis of the co-principality.
With whom did the Bishop of Urgell share sovereignty under the 1278 Pareatges?
The Count of Foix
The Pareatges were agreed between the Bishop of Urgell and the Count of Foix. The French co-prince role later passed to the French head of state.
In which year was the Consell de la Terra, forerunner of the General Council, created?
1419
The Consell de la Terra was created in 1419 and is the forerunner of today's General Council.
Which historic building in Andorra la Vella was long the seat of the General Council?
Casa de la Vall
The Casa de la Vall, a 16th-century house, was the seat of the General Council for centuries.
In which year did Andorra join the United Nations?
1993
Andorra became a member of the United Nations in July 1993, a few months after adopting its Constitution.
Geography, culture and symbols 5 questions
The Pyrenees, Coma Pedrosa, the Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley, Meritxell and the anthem "El Gran Carlemany".
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In which mountain range is Andorra located?
Pyrenees
Andorra lies in the eastern Pyrenees, between France and Spain.
What is the highest peak in Andorra?
Coma Pedrosa
Coma Pedrosa, in the north-west of the country, is Andorra's highest peak at about 2,942 metres.
Which valley in Andorra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley
The Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley, a glacial valley with traditional mountain settlements, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Which historical figure is named in the title of Andorra’s national anthem?
Charlemagne
The national anthem is "El Gran Carlemany" ("The Great Charlemagne"), reflecting the legend that Charlemagne freed Andorra.
Andorra’s National Day on 8 September honours which patron saint?
Our Lady of Meritxell
8 September is the feast of Our Lady of Meritxell, patron saint of Andorra, and is the National Day.
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