Do You Know Your Neighbor? Get to Know Your Neighbor!: A Quiz that Connected and Educated
On May 7, 2025, the quiz Spoznaj svojho suseda (Get to Know Your Neighbor) took place at the Faculty of Central European Studies, Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra. The event was organized by the Institute of Central European Languages and Cultures (ICELC) as part of the Nitra University Days. The goal of the event was to connect students from different schools, broaden cultural horizons, and promote critical thinking and team spirit.
The competition brought together students from the ICELC, students from the Faculty of Education, and students from the partner school, Gymnázium sv. Cyrila a Metoda in Nitra—strengthening inter-institutional relationships. The quiz questions were divided into several thematic categories, ranging from geography, architecture, and history to music, cinema, literature, and sports of Central European countries. The quiz was designed not only to test the participants' knowledge but also to inspire further exploration of the countries and communities which Slovakia shares its space with. Teams had to demonstrate not only knowledge but also collaboration skills and logical reasoning. Teamwork proved to be a key factor—many questions revealed that success depended on combining knowledge from various fields. As the organizers emphasized, the quiz's aim was not just to find a winner, but above all to foster understanding between neighbors—both literally and symbolically.
The participants’ reactions were overwhelmingly positive. Many appreciated the opportunity to meet peers from other institutions and to learn something new in a relaxed and playful way. The organizers hinted that they would like to make this event a traditional part of the Nitra University Days, with potential for future expansion.
The quiz Spoznaj svojho suseda confirmed that learning does not have to stay confined to textbooks—it can happen around a shared table, in laughter, discussion, and in discovering what we, as neighbors, have in common as well as what makes us unique.
We thank the Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra leadership for the financial support of the quiz.
Text: Mgr. Klaudia Klamárová, PhD student,
Foto: ICELC Team
