Bulgaria civics quiz: questions and answers
All 15 general civics quiz questions about Bulgaria 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
Bulgaria's 1991 Constitution, the National Assembly and its membership of the European Union.
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What is the capital of Bulgaria?
Sofia
Sofia is the capital and largest city of Bulgaria, and the seat of the National Assembly.
What is the name of Bulgaria’s parliament?
National Assembly
Bulgaria's parliament is the National Assembly (Narodno sabranie), a single-chamber legislature.
How many members sit in Bulgaria’s National Assembly?
240
Under the Constitution, the National Assembly has 240 members elected for a four-year term.
In which year was Bulgaria’s current Constitution adopted?
1991
The current Constitution of the Republic of Bulgaria was adopted in July 1991, after the end of communist rule.
In which year did Bulgaria join the European Union?
2007
Bulgaria joined the European Union on 1 January 2007, together with Romania.
History 5 questions
The founding of the Bulgarian state, the Slavic alphabet, liberation in 1878 and independence in 1908.
Which khan is traditionally credited with founding the Bulgarian state in 681?
Asparuh
Khan Asparuh led the Bulgars into the lower Danube area, and the Bulgarian state was recognised by Byzantium in 681.
Which brothers are honoured on 24 May as creators of the Slavic alphabet?
Cyril and Methodius
Saints Cyril and Methodius created the Glagolitic alphabet. 24 May celebrates Bulgarian education, culture and Slavic literature.
Bulgaria’s National Day on 3 March marks which event of 1878?
Liberation from Ottoman rule
3 March marks the Treaty of San Stefano of 1878, which ended the Russo-Turkish War and restored a Bulgarian state.
In which year did Bulgaria declare full independence?
1908
Bulgaria declared full independence from the Ottoman Empire on 22 September 1908, which is now Independence Day.
Which revolutionary is known as the “Apostle of Freedom”?
Vasil Levski
Vasil Levski organised a network of revolutionary committees against Ottoman rule and is remembered as the Apostle of Freedom.
Geography, culture and symbols 5 questions
Mountains such as Rila, the Rila Monastery, the white, green and red flag and the anthem "Mila Rodino".
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What are the colours of the Bulgarian flag, from top to bottom?
White, green and red
The Bulgarian flag has three horizontal stripes: white at the top, green in the middle and red at the bottom.
What is the title of Bulgaria’s national anthem?
Mila Rodino
"Mila Rodino" ("Dear Motherland") is the national anthem of Bulgaria.
What is the highest peak in Bulgaria?
Musala
Musala, in the Rila mountains, is the highest peak in Bulgaria and in the Balkan Peninsula, at about 2,925 metres.
Which monastery is Bulgaria’s largest and a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Rila Monastery
The Rila Monastery, founded in the 10th century in the Rila mountains, is Bulgaria's largest monastery and a UNESCO site.
Which sea lies on Bulgaria’s eastern coast?
Black Sea
Bulgaria's eastern border is its Black Sea coast, with the major port cities of Varna and Burgas.
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