Quizzes

What Do You Know About Poland?

Designed for curious adults who appreciate depth and nuance, these questions will test your knowledge of Poland.

Shai K. 2/18/2026

Welcome to a journey through the rich, complex, and often surprising history of Poland. This quiz explores medieval monarchs, scientific geniuses, wartime resistance, literature, architecture, cuisine, and cultural traditions that shaped one of Europe’s most resilient nations. Expect questions that go beyond the obvious - so use those braincells for all their worth! Designed for curious adults who appreciate depth and nuance, these questions will test your knowledge of this ancient country. Ready to see how well you truly know Poland?

The Tatra Mountains form Poland’s southern border with which country?

Czech Republic

Ukraine

Slovakia

Austria

When Did Poland Begin as a state?

10th century

7th century

14th century

16th century

Which Polish astronomer formulated the heliocentric theory, in which the planets revolve around the sun?

Tycho Brahe

Johannes Kepler

Nicolaus Copernicus

Galileo Galilei

Which city served as Poland’s capital before Warsaw?

Gdańsk

Kraków

Lublin

Poznań

What is the population of Poland, roughly?

40 million people

60 million people

8 million people

15 million people

The Polish currency is called...

Koruna

Forint

Złoty

Euro

The traditional Polish dumplings known as pierogi are most commonly filled with...

Couscous

Potato and cheese

Lentils

Olives

Which Polish filmmaker directed The Pianist?

Andrzej Wajda

Krzysztof Kieślowski

Roman Polański

Agnieszka Holland

True or False: Poland is part of the European Union

True

False

Which modern pope was Polish?

John XXIII

John Paul II

Benedict XVI

Francis

Which sea borders Poland to the north?

North Sea

Baltic Sea

Adriatic Sea

Black Sea

What is the name of the large river that runs through Warsaw?

Oder

Danube

Vistula

Rhine

Which famous fantasy series who also got a tv series was written by a Polish author?

Game of Thrones

Wheel of Time

The Witcher

Lord of the Rings

Which mountain range lies along Poland’s southern border?

Alps

Carpathians

Pyrenees

Apennines

What type of government does modern Poland have?

Theocracy

Constitutional monarchy

Absolute monarchy

Republic

The Curious Explorer

You’ve dipped your toes into Poland’s rich and layered history. While some monarchs and uprisings may have blurred together, you clearly appreciate the depth of European culture. Poland’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and intellectual brilliance. A second look at its golden ages, scientific pioneers, and dramatic political turns might surprise you. With a little more exploration, you’ll soon be navigating dynasties and constitutions like a seasoned historian.

The Baltic Scholar

Impressive! You demonstrate strong familiarity with Poland’s pivotal moments and cultural contributions. From medieval battles to Nobel laureates, you clearly grasp how Poland shaped - and was shaped by - European history. A few finer details may have escaped you, but your foundation is solid. With just a bit more study of regional shifts and lesser-known figures, you’d be ready to lecture confidently at a dinner party in Kraków.

The Commonwealth Connoisseur

Outstanding. You command an exceptional understanding of Poland’s complex historical arcs, intellectual giants, and defining struggles. From the Jagiellonian dynasty to Solidarity, your knowledge spans centuries with confidence. You appreciate nuance—constitutional milestones, shifting borders, and cultural achievements alike. Poland’s layered narrative clearly resonates with you. If there were an honorary seat in the Sejm for trivia mastery, you would already be sworn in.