Global Experience 2.0

• Burgerschap
• MBO
• Studiejaar 1

Workshop Global Experience

By Mrs. Moriarty

Learning objective

At the end of this workshop you will be able to identify global landmarks, learn about some countries' fun facts, and hopefully get motivated to explore the world!

                                                              "Where in the world?"

countries, capitals, 

and key characteristics

Are you ready for the quiz?

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What city is the Brandenburg Gate located?

1. Frankfurt
2. Berlin
3. Cologne
4. Stuttgart

What is Keukenhof Gardens famous for?

1. Windmills
2. Tulips
3. Cheese
4. Canals

The Autobahn / highway in Germany has no speed limit on certain parts

1. True
2. False

True or False?
The Dutch are the tallest people in the world.

1. True
2. False

How many countries are there in the world?

1. 160
2. 195
3. 205
4. 220

In what city is this building located?

1. New York
2. Hoi An
3. Sydney
4. Tokio

What type of performances is the Syndey Opera House famous for hosting?

1. Ballet
2. Opera
3. Theater
4. All of the above

What is the capital of Vietnam?

1. Bangkok
2. Ho Chi Minh City
3. Hanoi
4. Saigon

What do the ABC islands, off of the coast of Venezuela stand for?

1. Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao
2. Antigua, Barbados, Cuba
3. Americana, Bobianaland, Caracas
4. Azores, Bermuda, Canary islands

The Colosseum in Rome was used for what type of events?

1. Gladiatorial contests
2. Chariot races
3. Theater performances
4. All of the above

Angkor Wat is a temple complex originally dedicated
to which religion?

1. Hinduism
2. Buddhism
3. Christianity
4. Islam

The statue of Liberty was a giftto
the United States from which country?

1. Germany
2. The Netherlands
3. Italy
4. France

The Taj Mahal was built
by Emperor Shah Jahan
in memory of whom?

1. his mother
2. his wife
3. his daughter
4. his father

Machu Picchu is an ancient city of
which civilization?

1. Aztec
2. Maya
3. Olmec
4. Inca

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Being a foreign exchange student in Texas, USA

Graduating high school

Working in Bonaire during my studies

Camelback riding in the Sahel

Teaching in South Vietnam for my internship

Working and traveling in Australia 

4 years

Touring through New Zealand with a camper

Living in Boston, USA for 6 years

Working and enjoying beach life in the south of France. 

Got married there at the beach

Sharing your travel wishes

Please share within your group what global experiences you have had, and which ones you are looking to do in future.

This could be travel destinations, cultural exchanges, or learning new languages

10 minutes

Ask 1 question about something you want to know more about or didn't understand

What do you need to do to achieve your travel goals?

Thank you for your time

Remember: just go on the adventure and be open-minded.