Elementary German
Oktoberfest 2005

Oktoberfest is one of the most famous and popular events that takes place on German soil. How much do you know about Oktoberfest? If you can't answer the questions below on your own, then search for the information at these web sites:

Focus Touristen Information
München Touristen Information
Offizielle Oktoberfest Webseite
Octoberfest Site
Munich-Oktoberfest Information
Oktoberfest Dictionary
Bayerischer Rundfunk

Oktoberfest Quiz: Its History



1. Where was Oktoberfest first held?
2. When was it first held?
3. Where was it held?
4. What was the occasion for the first Oktoberfest?
5. How many times has this festival been held since its inception?
6. How long does Oktoberfest last each year?
7. How has Oktoberfest changed over the years?
8. What do the locals mean by "O'zapft"?
9. What do the locals mean by "Wies'n"?

Oktoberfest Quiz: The 2005 Celebration



1. How big are the fairgrounds for Oktoberfest?
2. How many visitors are expected to attend this year?
3. How many Euro will be spent this year?
4. What is the estimated consumption of alcoholic berverages?
5. What is the estimated consumption of non-alcoholic beverages?
6. How much chicken and sausage will be consumed?
7. When is the quietest time to attend Oktoberfest?
8. When are the fairgrounds the most crowded?
9. How many rides are there on the fairgrounds?
10. What new rides have been added to the fairgrounds this year?
11. When do the rides open to the public everyday?
12. On which days can families pay reduced rates for admission?
13. How can a family find rides and foods that are safe for kids?
14. At which times are baby strollers not allowed on the fairgrounds?
15. Where can you park your car?

Oktoberfest in America



Now surf the web or browse in the library to see if you can identify three German-Ethnic communities in the United States that have annual celebrations of Oktoberfest. Several informative links on German culture can be found on my culture page.

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