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Culture quiz

Armenia Culture Quiz

Test your knowledge of Armenia customs, etiquette, social behavior, family life, food culture, and everyday traditions.

15 sections

75 total questions

Answers with explanations

Business

5 questions

1. Why follow customs rules in Armenia for business?

A. Avoid fines and delays B. Speed up personal travel C. Change product design D. Hire more staff

Compliance reduces fines and delays

2. What affects customs duties in Armenia?

A. Company logo B. Product HS code C. Office address D. Employee name

HS code sets tariff rates

3. Why use bonded warehouses?

A. Lower product quality B. Public display C. Defer duty payments D. Avoid contracts

Stores goods without immediate duties

4. What is a customs declaration for?

A. Detail shipment for clearance B. Employee record C. Office budget D. Local tax only

Needed to clear imports and exports

5. Which document proves origin?

A. Packing list B. Certificate of origin C. Invoice number D. Photo of goods

Origin certificate is required for preferences

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Children

5 questions

1. Why hold naming ceremonies for newborns in Armenia?

A. To honor family and heritage B. To register with government C. To teach a new language D. To collect gifts only

Naming ceremonies celebrate family and culture

2. Why is baptism common for Armenian children?

A. To complete school entry B. For a religious blessing C. To check health status D. To arrange marriage

Baptism gives a religious welcome and blessing

3. Why have a first haircut ritual for children?

A. To mark first tooth B. To test endurance C. To bring protection and good luck D. To assign chores

The haircut is seen as a protective and lucky rite

4. Why involve elders in child rituals?

A. To pass on tradition B. To gain money C. To avoid work D. To show fashion

Elders transmit customs and family memory

5. Why give sweets to children at events?

A. To punish behavior B. To wish health and joy C. To test appetite D. To mark debts

Sweets symbolize joy and good wishes for the child

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Death

5 questions

1. Why do Armenian families hold gatherings after a death?

A. to honor and respect the dead B. to display family wealth C. to arrange business deals D. to recruit workers

Gatherings show respect and support

2. What role does the church play in Armenian funerals?

A. provides food and lodging B. leads prayers and liturgy C. records family history D. sells memorial items

The church leads ritual prayers

3. Why do Armenians hold memorial meals after burial?

A. to sell heirlooms B. to update legal papers C. to remember and pray for the dead D. to host public speeches

Meals unite family and memory

4. What is a common cemetery custom?

A. visiting and cleaning graves B. singing festive songs C. wearing bright costumes D. exchanging gifts

Families tend graves as care

5. Why are candles used in services?

A. to heat the room B. to symbolize light and prayer C. to mark time D. to send messages

Candles represent spiritual light

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Dress

5 questions

1. Why do traditional Armenian clothes use thick fabrics

A. To handle mountain climate B. To show wealth only C. To copy neighbors D. To ease travel

Thick fabric helps in cold highland weather

2. What common feature appears on Armenian folk dress

A. Large metal plates B. Colorful embroidery C. Plastic trimming D. Plain single color

Hand embroidery decorates garments

3. When are traditional costumes often worn today

A. Daily in cities B. For farming work C. At festivals and weddings D. Only at school

Costumes appear at ceremonies and cultural events

4. How do dress customs show local identity

A. Regional patterns and colors B. By following fashion magazines C. By shoe style D. By food choices

Patterns and color schemes mark region and community

5. What is a reason for head coverings in Armenian dress

A. Sport use B. Respect in church and ceremonies C. To keep tools D. To pass exams

Head coverings are linked to ceremony and church respect

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Family

5 questions

1. Why do family customs in Armenia value elders?

A. Respect B. Money C. Isolation D. Technology

Elders are honored in family life

2. Why are family meals important in Armenia?

A. Nutrition B. Bonding C. Formality D. Silence

Shared meals build family ties

3. Why are weddings big family events in Armenia?

A. Legal need B. Quiet C. Community support D. Speed

Weddings involve wide family and community support

4. Why keep name day traditions?

A. Identity B. Money C. Travel D. Technology

Name days connect personal and cultural identity

5. Why share hospitality at home?

A. Hiding B. Welcome guests C. Competition D. Silence

Hospitality shows welcome and care

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Festivals

5 questions

1. Which festival is known for water splashing in Armenia?

A. Vardavar B. Trndez C. Zatik D. Navasard

Vardavar is a water festival where people splash water

2. What do people often paint for Armenian Easter?

A. Doors B. Eggs C. Shoes D. Tables

Decorated eggs are a common Easter custom

3. When do many Armenian churches celebrate Christmas?

A. December 25 B. January 1 C. January 6 D. February 14

The Armenian church often marks January 6 as Christmas

4. What fruit is a common symbol at Armenian festivals?

A. Pomegranate B. Apple C. Banana D. Orange

Pomegranate is a symbol of fertility and abundance

5. What is the tradition of Trndez?

A. Water fight B. Jumping over fire C. Egg hunt D. Tree lighting

Trndez involves jumping over fire for blessing

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Food

5 questions

1. Why do food customs matter in Armenia?

A. Preserve cultural heritage B. Improve industrial food output C. Reduce farming D. Increase imports

They keep traditional practices alive

2. What role does hospitality play?

A. Fast meals only B. Hosts welcome guests with food C. No shared dishes D. Always eat alone

Food is a common way to welcome guests

3. Why are communal meals common?

A. To speed meals B. To avoid food C. To strengthen family bonds D. To limit guests

Sharing meals builds social ties

4. Why respect bread at table?

A. Bread symbolizes sustenance B. Bread is avoided C. Bread is only dessert D. Bread is used as plate

Bread has a special place in meals

5. Why are toasts common at meals?

A. To finish quickly B. To honor people and life C. To avoid drinking D. To count plates

Toasts express respect and celebration

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Gender

5 questions

1. Why are some gender customs in Armenia traditional?

A. Long cultural history B. Random choice C. Foreign law D. Weather

Customs come from long cultural continuity

2. What role does family play in gender customs?

A. No role B. Primary role C. Only law D. Only media

Family practices pass on norms

3. How does religion influence gender customs?

A. No influence B. Only festivals C. Guides values D. Changes laws

Religious values shape expectations

4. Why do wedding customs vary by gender?

A. Historic roles B. Weather C. Sports D. Architecture

Customs reflect historic family roles

5. How do urban areas affect gender customs?

A. Reduce change B. Accelerate change C. Remove customs D. Make laws

Cities expose people to new ideas

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Gifts

5 questions

1. Why give gifts in Armenian homes?

A. To show respect B. To show wealth C. To avoid work D. To teach language

Gifts express respect and welcome.

2. Why give money in an envelope at weddings?

A. To pay for dinner B. To help newlyweds start C. To save for gift return D. To show status

Cash supports the couples new household.

3. Why avoid black wrapping for gifts?

A. Black is too hard to wrap B. Black is more expensive C. Black is linked to mourning D. Black attracts insects

Color choices carry cultural meaning.

4. Why present food gifts in Armenia?

A. To share hospitality B. To store for months C. To replace invitations D. To avoid talking

Food shows welcome and care.

5. Why wrap gifts neatly?

A. To hide price B. To show care and respect C. To confuse guests D. To speed a ceremony

Good wrapping signals thoughtfulness.

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Greetings

5 questions

1. What is a common formal greeting in Armenia?

A. Handshake B. Bow C. High five D. Wave

Handshakes are common

2. How do close friends often greet?

A. Handshake B. Kiss on the cheek C. Salute D. Fist bump

Friends may kiss cheeks

3. How do you address elders?

A. Use first name B. Use nickname C. Use title and surname D. Use slang

Titles show respect

4. Is direct eye contact common when greeting?

A. Yes B. No C. Only with elders D. Only with women

Eye contact shows attention

5. What is polite when meeting for the first time?

A. Give gifts B. Shake hands C. Kiss D. Ignore

Handshakes are polite

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Religion

5 questions

1. Why do Armenian religious customs honor saints

A. Local historical figures B. Foreign rulers C. Modern fashion D. Sport heroes

Saints link faith and history

2. Why are church festivals important in Armenia

A. For trade fairs B. For community gathering C. For elections D. For exams

Festivals bring people together

3. Why keep religious traditions in family life

A. To earn money B. To follow trends C. To pass values D. To avoid travel

Families teach rituals and values

4. What role does the Armenian church have in rituals

A. Lead liturgy and rites B. Organize sports events C. Run factories D. Manage traffic

The church guides worship and rites

5. Why are holy sites visited in Armenia

A. To shop B. For pilgrimage and prayer C. For concerts D. For banking

Pilgrimage is a common practice

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Taboos

5 questions

1. Remove shoes when entering an Armenian home?

A. Yes B. No C. Only in winter D. Only for visits

Many hosts expect shoes off indoors.

2. Bring wine to an Armenian dinner?

A. No B. Yes C. Only flowers D. Only fruit

Wine is a common gift.

3. Kiss on both cheeks when meeting friends?

A. No B. Only men C. Yes among close friends D. Only at weddings

Cheek kisses are common among close friends.

4. Address elders by first name?

A. No B. Yes C. Only online D. Only with permission

Use formal titles with elders.

5. Show the soles of your feet?

A. Yes B. No C. Only outdoors D. Only to family

Showing soles is seen as impolite.

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Time

5 questions

1. What is usual punctuality for business in Armenia?

A. Generally on time B. Very relaxed on time C. Always late D. Only for big events

Business meetings tend to be on time

2. How are social visits usually timed?

A. Always exact time B. Flexible within 15 to 30 minutes C. Arrive hours late D. Never visit without notice

Friends often allow small delays

3. If invited to dinner when should you arrive?

A. Right at the minute given B. An hour early C. A bit late is acceptable D. Do not go unless told

A short delay is commonly tolerated

4. Which clock format is common for schedules?

A. 24 hour on timetables B. Only 12 hour used C. No formal format D. Sun based timing

Timetables often use 24 hour format

5. How are normal work hours set?

A. No regular hours B. Typical daytime hours like other countries C. Night only D. Shift free style

Most jobs follow standard daytime schedules

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Weddings

5 questions

1. Is it okay to give cash at an Armenian wedding?

A. Yes give cash in an envelope B. No gifts only C. Only flowers D. Only home made food

Cash gifts are common and accepted

2. Is it okay to wear white as a guest?

A. Always okay B. No avoid white C. Only if invited to D. Only at civil ceremony

White is usually reserved for the bride

3. Is it okay to bring children to an Armenian wedding?

A. Never bring children B. Only infants C. Check with the hosts D. Bring children if invited

Host preference varies so ask first

4. Is it okay to arrive late to an Armenian wedding?

A. No arrive on time B. Always arrive late C. It is flexible D. Never go if late

Punctuality is polite

5. Is it okay to take photos during the ceremony?

A. Yes without asking B. Ask permission first C. Post photos later only D. Do not take any photos

Ask the couple or officiant before photographing

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Workplace

5 questions

1. Why show respect to older colleagues in Armenia?

A. Because it is a cultural value B. To improve technical skills C. To avoid safety rules D. To meet legal requirements

Respect for elders is a cultural norm

2. Why greet colleagues in person in Armenia?

A. To replace email use B. To build trust C. To shorten work hours D. To file reports

Face to face greetings build relationships

3. Why dress formally in many Armenian offices?

A. To save money B. To be comfortable C. To show professionalism D. To follow a uniform rule

Formal dress signals professionalism

4. Why bring a small gift to a host at a work event?

A. To show thanks B. To get a promotion C. To avoid meetings D. To show disagreement

Gifts express appreciation

5. Why offer tea or coffee to visitors in Armenia?

A. To hurry them B. To show hospitality C. To test them D. To charge money

Drinks welcome and comfort guests

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