Words From Places
1 / 15Words derived from geographic locations
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Champagne wine is named after a region in which country?
About Words From Places
Words derived from geographic locations Words From Places packs 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty into a relaxed session of roughly 7 minutes — no sign-up, no timer pressure. An explanation appears after every answer, and finishing once a day keeps your streak alive.
A few sample questions
1. Champagne wine is named after a region in which country?
Answer: France
2. The fabric 'denim' gets its name from 'de Nîmes.' Where is Nîmes?
Answer: France
3. The word 'spa' for a health resort comes from a town called Spa. In which country is it?
Answer: Belgium
4. Cognac brandy is named after a town in which French region?
Answer: Charente
5. The word 'jeans' is believed to derive from Genoa (Gênes in French). Where is Genoa?
Answer: Italy
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