San Marino civics quiz: questions and answers
All 15 general civics quiz questions about San Marino 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 Captains Regent, the Great and General Council and the nine castelli.
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What is the capital of San Marino?
City of San Marino
The City of San Marino, on Mount Titano, is the capital and home to the Palazzo Pubblico. Serravalle is the largest settlement.
Who serve jointly as San Marino’s heads of state?
Two Captains Regent
San Marino has two heads of state, the Captains Regent, who serve together.
How long is the term of the Captains Regent?
Six months
The Captains Regent serve six-month terms, taking office on 1 April and 1 October.
What is the name of San Marino’s parliament?
Great and General Council
San Marino's parliament is the Great and General Council (Consiglio Grande e Generale), which has 60 members.
How many castelli (municipalities) is San Marino divided into?
9
San Marino is divided into nine castelli, each with its own Captain and Council (Giunta di Castello).
History 5 questions
Saint Marinus and the legendary founding in 301, the Captains Regent since 1243, and San Marino's long independence.
According to tradition, in which year was San Marino founded?
301
Tradition dates the founding of San Marino to 301 AD, which makes it one of the oldest republics in the world.
What was the trade of Saint Marinus, the legendary founder?
Stonemason
According to legend, Saint Marinus was a Christian stonemason from the island of Rab who took refuge on Mount Titano.
Since which year have Captains Regent been appointed?
1243
The first pair of Captains Regent (originally Consuls) dates from 1243, and the office has continued ever since.
Which Italian patriot found refuge in San Marino in 1849?
Giuseppe Garibaldi
In 1849 Giuseppe Garibaldi and his followers, pursued by Austrian troops, took refuge in San Marino.
In which year did San Marino join the United Nations?
1992
San Marino became a member of the United Nations in March 1992.
Geography, culture and symbols 5 questions
Mount Titano and its Three Towers, the UNESCO historic centre and the white and light blue flag.
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On which mountain does the City of San Marino stand?
Mount Titano
The City of San Marino is built on the slopes of Mount Titano, the highest point of the Republic.
Which of these is one of the Three Towers of San Marino?
Guaita
The Three Towers on Mount Titano are the Guaita, the Cesta and the Montale. They appear on the flag and coat of arms.
Which country completely surrounds San Marino?
Italy
San Marino is an enclave entirely surrounded by Italy, between the regions of Emilia-Romagna and Marche.
What are the colours of San Marino’s flag?
White and light blue
The flag has two horizontal stripes, white above light blue, with the national coat of arms in the centre.
What in San Marino was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2008?
The Historic Centre and Mount Titano
In 2008 UNESCO listed the San Marino Historic Centre and Mount Titano as a World Heritage Site.
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