Montenegro civics quiz: questions and answers
All 15 general civics quiz questions about Montenegro 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
How Montenegro is governed under its 2007 Constitution, including the Parliament.
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What is the capital of Montenegro?
Podgorica
Podgorica is the capital and largest city of Montenegro.
Which city does the Constitution name as Montenegro’s Old Royal Capital?
Cetinje
The Constitution names Podgorica as the capital and Cetinje as the Old Royal Capital.
How many members does the Parliament of Montenegro have?
81
The Parliament of Montenegro is a single chamber of 81 members.
In which year was the Constitution of Montenegro adopted?
2007
The Constitution of Montenegro was adopted in October 2007, after independence.
What is the official language of Montenegro under its Constitution?
Montenegrin
The Constitution names Montenegrin as the official language; several other languages are also in official use.
History 5 questions
Key figures and dates from early printing to the 2006 independence referendum.
In which year did Montenegro vote for independence in a referendum?
2006
Montenegro held its independence referendum on 21 May 2006.
Statehood Day on 13 July recalls recognition of Montenegro’s independence at which 1878 event?
The Congress of Berlin
The Congress of Berlin recognised Montenegro's independence on 13 July 1878.
Which ruler and poet wrote The Mountain Wreath?
Petar II Petrović-Njegoš
Prince-Bishop Petar II Petrović-Njegoš published The Mountain Wreath in 1847.
Who became King of Montenegro when it was proclaimed a kingdom in 1910?
Nikola I
Nikola I Petrović-Njegoš was proclaimed king in 1910, having ruled as prince since 1860.
In which year was the Octoechos printed at the Crnojević printing house?
1494
The Octoechos of 1494, from the Crnojević press, is one of the earliest books printed in Cyrillic among the South Slavs.
Geography, culture and symbols 5 questions
Montenegro's flag, currency, coast, lakes and national parks.
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What does the flag of Montenegro show?
A gold-bordered red field with a coat of arms
The flag is red with a gold border and the coat of arms, a golden double-headed eagle, in the centre.
What currency is used in Montenegro?
The euro
Montenegro uses the euro as its currency.
Which bay on the Adriatic coast is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
The Bay of Kotor
The Natural and Culturo-Historical Region of Kotor is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Which national park, a UNESCO site, contains the Tara River Canyon?
Durmitor National Park
Durmitor National Park, including the deep Tara River Canyon, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Which large lake does Montenegro share with Albania?
Lake Skadar
Lake Skadar, on the border with Albania, is the largest lake in the Balkans.
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