Berlin is the capital of which country?
AnswerGermany
Berlin is Germany's capital and largest city.
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7 fact-checked facts about Berlin geography, history and landmarks, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.
The basics
In what year did the Berlin Wall fall?
Answer1989
The wall opened on November 9, 1989.
Going deeper
In what year was the Berlin Wall built?
Answer1961
Construction began on August 13, 1961.
Which Berlin building houses Germany's federal parliament, the Bundestag?
AnswerThe Reichstag building
The Bundestag meets in the Reichstag, topped by a glass dome.
What was Checkpoint Charlie?
AnswerA Cold War crossing point between East and West Berlin
It was the best-known crossing point for foreigners during the Cold War.
Expert level
The Berlin Airlift supplied West Berlin during which years?
Answer1948 to 1949
Allied planes flew supplies in during the Soviet blockade of 1948 to 1949.
In what year did John F. Kennedy give his 'Ich bin ein Berliner' speech?
Answer1963
Kennedy spoke in West Berlin on June 26, 1963.
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