1.
Pirms cik gadiem tika atjaunota Latvijas neatkarība?
Correct Answer
C. 27
Explanation
The correct answer is 27. This suggests that Latvia regained its independence 27 years ago.
2.
4.maijs ir:
Correct Answer
A. LR neatkarības pasludinašana
Explanation
The correct answer is "LR neatkarības pasludinašana" which translates to "Declaration of Independence of Latvia". This suggests that May 4th is the day when Latvia declared its independence.
3.
Kas pieņēma Latvijas Neatkarības deklarāciju?
Correct Answer
C. Latvijas PSR Augstākā padome
Explanation
The correct answer is "Latvijas PSR Augstākā padome." The Latvian Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Supreme Council of the Latvian SSR (Latvijas PSR Augstākā padome) on May 4, 1990. This declaration marked the restoration of Latvia's independence from the Soviet Union and paved the way for the country's transition to a democratic state.
4.
Cik valsts prezidentu ir bijis Latvijā, ieskaitot tagadējo?
Correct Answer
A. 9
Explanation
There have been a total of 9 presidents in Latvia, including the current one.
5.
Kas ir Latvijas himnas vārdu un mūzikas mūzikas autors?
Correct Answer
D. Baumaņu Kārlis
Explanation
Baumaņu Kārlis is the correct answer because he is the author of the lyrics and music of the Latvian national anthem. Rainis, Kārlis Zariņš, and Gustavs Zemgals are not associated with the composition of the Latvian national anthem.
6.
Kas ir Latvijas ģērboņa autors?
Correct Answer
A. Rihards Zariņš
Explanation
Rihards Zariņš is the author of the Latvian coat of arms.
7.
Kāda ir Latvijas platība?
Correct Answer
A. 64 589 km2
Explanation
Latvijas platība ir 64 589 km2.
8.
Kurš pēc platības ir lielākais ezers Latvijā?
Correct Answer
A. Lubānas ezers
Explanation
Lubānas ezers is the largest lake in Latvia in terms of area.
9.
Kas ir Latvijas nacionālais putns?
Correct Answer
C. Baltā cielava
Explanation
The correct answer is "baltā cielava" because the question is asking about the national bird of Latvia. In Latvian, "baltā cielava" translates to "white wagtail," which is indeed the national bird of Latvia.
10.
Kad notika pirmie Vispārējie latviešu Dziesmu svētki?
Correct Answer
A. 1873
Explanation
The correct answer is 1873. This is the year when the first General Latvian Song Festival took place.
11.
Kāda ir Latvijas valsts karoga garuma un platuma attiecība?
Correct Answer
A. 2:1
Explanation
The correct answer is 2:1, which means that the length of the Latvian national flag is twice the width. This ratio is commonly used in flag designs to ensure proper proportions and aesthetics. In the case of Latvia, the flag consists of three horizontal stripes, with the top and bottom stripes being maroon and the middle stripe being white. The length of the flag is twice the width, creating a visually balanced design.
12.
Kurā pilsētā atrodas kalns, kas ierakstīts Ginesa rekordu grāmatā, kā vistālāk uz ziemeļiem esošais vīna dārzs?
Correct Answer
B. Sabile
Explanation
Sabile is the correct answer because it is the city in Latvia that holds the record for having the northernmost vineyard, as documented in the Guinness World Records.
13.
Pateicoties vēsturiskajam mantojumam, Rīgas arhitektūra mūsdienās ierindojusies Eiropas nozīmīgāko šī stila metropoļu vidū.Kurš ir šis stils?
Correct Answer
A. Jūgenstils
Explanation
Jugendstil is the correct answer because it refers to the architectural style that emerged in Europe in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, characterized by its decorative and ornamental elements. Riga's architecture is known for its significant Jugendstil buildings, which contribute to its status as one of Europe's important cities in this style.
14.
Kura bija pirmā pilsēta ārpus Vācijas, kurā sāka izplatīties luterisms?
Correct Answer
C. Rīga
Explanation
Riga was the first city outside of Germany where Lutheranism began to spread.
15.
Kurā no senajiem Rīgas nocietinājumu torņiem kopš 1919.gada atrodas Latvijas Kara muzejs?
Correct Answer
A. Pulvertornī
Explanation
The correct answer is Pulvertornī. The Latvian War Museum is located in Pulvertornis, one of the ancient fortification towers of Riga.
16.
Kurš autors ir latviešu monumentālās tēlniecības pamatlicējs, Brīvības pieminekļa un Brāļu kapu autors?
Correct Answer
A. Kārlis Zāle
Explanation
Kārlis Zāle is the correct answer because he is known as the founder of Latvian monumental sculpture and is the author of the Freedom Monument and the Brothers' Cemetery.
17.
Visiem zināms, ka Ventas rumba ir platākais ūdenskritums Eiropā, pavasaros tur vērojams iespaidīgs skats- savā nārsta ceļā ūdenskritumu cenšas šķērsot zivis. Kā sauc šīs zivis?
Correct Answer
A. Vimbas
Explanation
In the given passage, it is mentioned that during the spring, at Ventas rumba, a wide waterfall in Europe, fish are seen trying to cross the waterfall in their spawning journey. Therefore, the correct answer is "vimbas" as these fish are known to migrate and spawn in rivers, making it likely that they would be observed attempting to cross the waterfall.
18.
Pastāv uzskats, ka pasaulē pirmā Ziemassvētku eglīte iedega tieši Rīgā, tomēr uz šo titulu pretendē arī vēl kādas Latvijas kaimiņvalsts pilsēta- Kura tā ir?
Correct Answer
A. Tallina
Explanation
Tallinn is considered as one of the contenders for being the first city to light up the Christmas tree. While there is a belief that the first Christmas tree was lit in Riga, there is also a claim that Tallinn, the capital city of Estonia, could have been the first. This suggests that Tallinn has a historical connection to the tradition of lighting Christmas trees, making it a plausible answer to the question.
19.
Kāpēc lietuvieši latviešus mēdz dēvēt par zirga galvām?
Correct Answer
C. Kartē Rīgas līcis atgādina zirga galvas profilu
Explanation
The answer suggests that Latvians are called "zirga galvas" because the map of Riga Bay resembles the profile of a horse's head.
20.
1985.gadā pēc kādas populāras latviešu grupas koncerta Ogrē tika izdemolēts vilciens. Notikušais tika plaši atspoguļots presē. Vai tu zini , kā sauc grupu?
Correct Answer
A. Pērkons
Explanation
The correct answer is "Pērkons" because the question asks for the name of the popular Latvian group that had a concert in Ogrē in 1985 and after which a train was demolished.
21.
Kas ir lielākais Latvijā dzīvojošais savvaļas zīdītājs?
Correct Answer
B. Alnis
Explanation
The correct answer is "alnis." The question asks for the largest wild mammal living in Latvia. The alnis, also known as the elk or moose, is the largest species of deer and is found in Latvia. It is known for its large size and impressive antlers. The other options, savvaļas zirgs (wild horse) and sumbrs (beaver), are not the largest mammals in Latvia.
22.
Viņi ķēra vārnas un lietoja tās uzturā, tāpēc vācieši tos iesauca par vārnu kodējiem. Kas viņi bija?
Correct Answer
A. Kuršu pēcteči- Kuršu kāpas iedzīvotāji
Explanation
The given correct answer states that "kuršu pēcteči" refers to the inhabitants of Kuršu kāpas. This is because they used to catch crows and include them in their diet, leading the Germans to nickname them "vārnu kodēji" (crow catchers).
23.
Kā sauc Latvijas Nacionālo kinobalvu?
Correct Answer
B. Lielais Kristaps
Explanation
The correct answer is "Lielais Kristaps." Lielais Kristaps is the name of the Latvian National Film Award.
24.
Kur aug Glika ozoli?
Correct Answer
A. Alūksnē
Explanation
The correct answer is Alūksnē because the question is asking where Glika oak trees grow. Alūksnē is a specific location mentioned in the options, indicating that Glika oak trees can be found there.
25.
Kuru gadu uzskata par Rīgas dibināšanas gadu?
Correct Answer
B. 1201
26.
Kas ir Eižens Laube?
Correct Answer
C. Arhitekts
Explanation
Eižens Laube ir arhitekts.
27.
Kā sauc kuģi uz kura 1919.gadā Liepājā bija patvērusies Latvijas pagaidu valdība?
Correct Answer
C. Saratov
Explanation
In 1919, the temporary government of Latvia sought refuge on a ship called Saratov in Liepāja.
28.
Kur atrodas Dainu kalns?
Correct Answer
A. Turaidā
Explanation
Dainu kalns is located in Turaida.
29.
Kuras upes vārdā nosaukts stadions Rīgā?
Correct Answer
A. Daugava
Explanation
The correct answer is Daugava. Daugava is the name of a river in Latvia, and it is also the name of a stadium in Riga, the capital city of Latvia. The stadium is located near the Daugava River, hence the name.
30.
Kuru sporta veidu pārstāvēja "Radiotehniķis"?
Correct Answer
B. Volejbols
Explanation
The correct answer is volejbols because it is stated in the question that "Radiotehniķis" represented a type of sport, and out of the given options, volejbols is the only sport mentioned. Therefore, volejbols is the most likely correct answer.
31.
Kas bija Elza Radziņa?
Correct Answer
C. Aktrise
Explanation
Elza Radziņa bija aktrise.
32.
Par ko kļuva Ernesta Glika audžumeita Marta?
Correct Answer
A. Krievijas imperatore
Explanation
Ernesta Glika audžumeita Marta kļuva par Krievijas imperatrici.
33.
Kurai pilsētai tās pāstāvēšanas laikā bijuši nosaukumi- Borisogļebska. Dvinska, Dinaburga?
Correct Answer
A. Daugavpils
Explanation
The given question asks for the name of a city in Latvia that had different names throughout its history. The options provided are Daugavpils, Krāslava, and Ludza. The correct answer is Daugavpils because the question mentions that the city had previous names such as Borisogļebska, Dvinska, and Dinaburga, which all refer to Daugavpils.
34.
Kas ir suiti?
Correct Answer
A. Katoļi luteriskajā Kurzemē
Explanation
The correct answer is "katoļi luteriskajā Kurzemē". This answer suggests that "suiti" refers to a religious group or community called "katoļi luteriskajā Kurzemē" in the region of Kurzeme.
35.
Kura aktrise 1981.gadā filmā "Ilgais ceļš kāpās" tēloja galveno varoni Martu?
Correct Answer
C. Lilita Ozoliņa
36.
Kurā gadā ievēlēja LR pirmo Saeimu?
Correct Answer
C. 1922
Explanation
In 1922, the first Saeima (parliament) of the Latvian Republic was elected. This was an important milestone in Latvia's history as it marked the establishment of a democratic government after gaining independence from Russia in 1918. The election of the first Saeima allowed the newly formed republic to begin functioning as a sovereign state and make decisions on behalf of its citizens.
37.
Kas ir jāņubērni?
Correct Answer
B. Līgotāji
Explanation
Jāņubērni ir līgotāji. This means that Jāņubērni are people who participate in the traditional Latvian celebration of Jāņi, which takes place during the summer solstice. Līgotāji are individuals who sing and dance around bonfires, perform rituals, and create wreaths from flowers and herbs. They believe that these activities bring luck and protect against evil spirits. Therefore, the correct answer is "līgotāji."
38.
Kurs no zīmoliem ir visvecākais?
Correct Answer
A. Rīgas Melnais balzāms
Explanation
Rīgas Melnais balzāms is the oldest brand among the given options.
39.
Ko nozīmē Latgalē lietotais vārds- buļba?
Correct Answer
A. Kartupelis
Explanation
In Latgale, the word "buļba" means "kartupelis" which translates to "potato" in English.
40.
Par ko pēc latviešu mitoloģijas nomirstot kļūst nekristīts bērns?
Correct Answer
A. Lietuvēnu
Explanation
The correct answer is "lietuvēnu". In Latvian mythology, it is believed that after a Latvian dies, they become an "unbaptized child" or "nekristīts bērns". However, in this question, it specifically asks about what happens to a person according to Latvian mythology when they die. The other options, "mājas gariņu" (house spirit) and "vilkaci" (werewolf), do not pertain to the fate of a person after death in Latvian mythology.
41.
Kurš bija ievērojamākais Kurzemes hercogistes hercogs?
Correct Answer
A. Hercogs Jēkabs
Explanation
Hercogs Jēkabs was the most notable duke of the Duchy of Kurzeme.
42.
1775.gadā tiek dibināta Pētera akadēmija jeb Academia Petrina.Kurā pilsētā to dibina?
Correct Answer
B. Jelgavā
Explanation
The correct answer is Jelgavā. In 1775, Pēter Academy, also known as Academia Petrina, was founded in Jelgava.
43.
Kāda žanra pamatlicējs Latvijas mākslas vēsturē ir Vilhelms Purvītis?
Correct Answer
A. Ainava
Explanation
Vilhelms Purvītis ir pazīstams kā ainavu glezniecības pamatlicējs Latvijas mākslas vēsturē. Viņš bija Latvijas glezniecības skolas dibinātājs un vadītājs, kurš ievērojami ietekmēja Latvijas mākslinieku paaudzi. Purvītis gleznoja daudzus ainavu attēlus, kas raksturīgi Latvijas dabai un tās ainavām. Viņa gleznas izceļas ar savu detaļu bagātību, spēcīgu krāsu izmantojumu un precīzu ainavas attēlojumu. Tādēļ viņu var uzskatīt par pamatlicēju ainavu žanrā Latvijas mākslas vēsturē.
44.
"Sajūt, sajūt mana nāss, Kaut kur smaržo ananāss."Nosauciet latviešu dzejnieku, šo rindu autoru!
Correct Answer
C. Jānis Sudrabkalns
Explanation
Jānis Sudrabkalns is the author of the given line of poetry. Rainis and Aleksandrs Čaks are also Latvian poets, but they are not the authors of this specific line.
45.
Kurš ir vecākais muzejs Latvijā un Baltijā?
Correct Answer
C. Rīgas Vēstures un kuģniecības muzejs
Explanation
The correct answer is Rīgas Vēstures un kuģniecības muzejs. This museum is the oldest museum in Latvia and the Baltic states. It is located in Riga and focuses on the history of the city and its maritime heritage. The museum showcases various artifacts and exhibits related to the history, culture, and maritime traditions of Riga and Latvia.
46.
Nosauciet visvairāk izplatītāko koku sugu Latvijas mežos!
Correct Answer
B. Priede
Explanation
The correct answer is "priede" because it is the most common tree species found in Latvian forests.
47.
Cik burtu ir garākajā Latvijas pilsētas nosaukumā?
Correct Answer
A. 12
Explanation
The question asks for the number of letters in the longest Latvian city name. The correct answer is 12, which means that the longest Latvian city name has 12 letters.
48.
Tagad šo Vecrīgas laukumu sauc par Doma laukumu. Kā to sauca no 1936.-1941.gadam?
Correct Answer
A. 15.maija laukums
Explanation
From 1936 to 1941, the square in Vecrīga was called "15.maija laukums".
49.
"Skroderdienas Silmačos" , "Indrāni", "Tālavas taurētājs" autors ir
Correct Answer
B. Rūdolfs Blaumanis
Explanation
The correct answer is Rūdolfs Blaumanis.
50.
Pēc interneta ātruma mēs esam pasaulē
Correct Answer
A. 5.