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Master the Dutch Question Words Quiz

Challenge Your Knowledge of Dutch Question Words

Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
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Practice Dutch question words with 15 quick multiple-choice questions so you can ask and answer who, what, where, and more with confidence. Use it to spot gaps before a lesson or quiz, then try the same skill in English or step up to the Dutch B1 quiz .

What is the Dutch question word for 'what'?
wat
waar
wie
wanneer
The Dutch word 'wat' translates to 'what' in English, used to ask about objects or concepts. Other options like 'waar' mean 'where', 'wie' means 'who', and 'wanneer' means 'when'.
Which Dutch question word means 'who'?
waar
waarom
wat
wie
The word 'wie' is used to ask 'who' in Dutch, inquiring about a person. 'Waar' means 'where', 'wat' means 'what', and 'waarom' means 'why'.
Which Dutch question word means 'where'?
wat
hoe
waar
wie
The question word 'waar' translates to 'where' in English, used to ask about a location. Other options like 'wie' mean 'who', 'wat' mean 'what', and 'hoe' mean 'how'.
Which Dutch question word means 'why'?
hoe
waarom
wat
wanneer
The word 'waarom' is used to ask 'why' in Dutch, seeking a reason or cause. 'Wanneer' means 'when', 'hoe' means 'how', and 'wat' means 'what'.
Which Dutch question word means 'when'?
waarom
wanneer
wie
wat
The question word 'wanneer' translates to 'when' and asks about time. 'Wat' means 'what', 'waarom' means 'why', and 'wie' means 'who'.
____ ga je naar school?
wat
waar
wanneer
waarom
'Wanneer ga je naar school?' means 'When do you go to school?' in Dutch. Using 'wanneer' is correct for asking about time. Other words like 'waar' or 'wat' ask about place or object.
____ is dit?
wat
waar
wie
hoe
'Wat is dit?' means 'What is this?' in Dutch, using 'wat' to ask about identity of an object. 'Wie' would ask about a person, 'waar' about place, and 'hoe' about manner.
____ kom je?
hoe
wanneer
waar
waarom
'Waar kom je?' means 'Where are you from?' asking about origin or place. 'Wanneer' asks about time, 'waarom' about reason, and 'hoe' about manner.
____ heet hij?
waar
waarom
wat
hoe
'Hoe heet hij?' literally means 'How is he called?' which in Dutch asks 'What is his name?'. 'Hoe' is correct here, while 'wat' and 'waarom' do not form this name question.
____ boeken heb je?
hoeveel
welke
wat
hoe
'Hoeveel boeken heb je?' translates to 'How many books do you have?' using 'hoeveel' to ask for quantity. 'Welke' would ask 'which' among choices.
____ kleur vind je mooi?
welk
wat
hoe
welke
'Welke kleur vind je mooi?' means 'Which color do you find nice?' 'Welke' agrees with the feminine noun 'kleur'. 'Welk' is used with het-words, and 'wat' or 'hoe' ask different information.
____ regels kloppen niet?
hoeveel
welk
waarom
welke
'Welke regels kloppen niet?' asks 'Which rules are not correct?' using 'welke' for plural nouns. 'Welk' is singular, 'hoeveel' asks quantity, and 'waarom' asks reason.
____ ben je te laat?
hoe
waar
wat
waarom
'Waarom ben je te laat?' means 'Why are you late?' in Dutch. 'Waarom' asks for a reason, while 'wat' or 'waar' ask different questions.
Which of the following is the correct Dutch word order for asking 'Why are you late?'
Waarom laat je bent?
Waarom ben je te laat?
Waarom je bent te laat?
Waarom bent laat je?
In Dutch questions with a question word, the verb must directly follow that word, then the subject, so 'Waarom ben je te laat?' is correct. The other options misplace subject and verb.
____ gaat het met je?
hoe
waar
waarom
wat
'Hoe gaat het met je?' means 'How are you?' in Dutch, using 'hoe' for manner or state. Other question words do not ask about condition or manner.
____ boek lees je?
welke
hoe
welk
wat
'Welk boek lees je?' means 'Which book are you reading?' 'Welk' is used with singular het-words like 'boek'. 'Welke' is for de-words or plurals, and 'wat' or 'hoe' ask different information.
______ geef jij dit cadeau?
van wie
wie
naar wie
aan wie
'Aan wie geef jij dit cadeau?' means 'To whom are you giving this gift?' in Dutch. The preposition 'aan' is required with 'give' when specifying the recipient.
Which Dutch question word means 'with what'?
waarmee
waardoor
waarin
waarom
The question word 'waarmee' combines 'waar' and 'mee' to ask 'with what'. 'Waarom' means 'why', 'waardoor' means 'because of what', and 'waarin' means 'in what'.
Choose the correct Dutch translation for 'Why didn't he come to the party?'
Waarom hij is niet naar het feest gekomen?
Waarom is hij niet naar het feest gekomen?
Waarom heeft hij niet naar het feest gekomen?
Waarom komt hij niet naar het feest?
The correct past perfect question is 'Waarom is hij niet naar het feest gekomen?' which properly places the auxiliary verb 'is' before the subject and uses the past participle 'gekomen'.
Which question word asks about ordinal numbers in Dutch?
hoeveelste
welke
hoeveel
wanneer
The word 'hoeveelste' is used to ask for ordinals (e.g., which number in a sequence). 'Hoeveel' asks for quantity, 'wanneer' for time, and 'welke' for selection among options.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify common Dutch question words in context
  2. Apply correct question words to form queries
  3. Distinguish between similar Dutch interrogatives
  4. Demonstrate accurate word order in questions
  5. Analyse sentence examples to choose the right question word

Cheat Sheet

  1. Common Dutch question words - Discover the magic of "wie" (who), "wat" (what), "waar" (where), "wanneer" (when), "waarom" (why) and "hoe" (how) to kickstart your Dutch convo. These tiny words unlock big questions and make chatting a breeze! Dutch Grammar Course
  2. Question word placement - In Dutch, the question word leads the parade, followed by the verb and then the subject: "Waar woon je?" (Where do you live?). Mastering this order keeps your sentences sharp and clear. Taalportaal
  3. "Wat" vs "welk(e)" - Use "wat" for general "what" queries and "welk(e)" when picking from a list: "Wat is je lievelingskleur?" vs "Welke kleur kies jij?". It's like choosing between any snack or a specific cookie from a jar! Algemene Nederlandse Spraakkunst
  4. Yes/no question inversion - Flip your subject and verb to form a yes/no question: "Je spreekt Nederlands" becomes "Spreek je Nederlands?" (Do you speak Dutch?). This little twist adds flair and clarity to your questions. Dutch Grammar Course
  5. "Hoe" with adjectives/adverbs - "Hoe" teams up with adjectives and adverbs for degree questions: "Hoe oud ben je?" (How old are you?) or "Hoe snel gaat de trein?" (How fast is the train?). It's your go-to for measuring and comparing! Taalportaal
  6. Formal vs informal you - Dutch has two "you"s: "u" (formal) and "je/jij" (informal). Ask "Waar woont u?" politely or "Waar woon jij?" with friends - tone and verb forms change with your choice! Dutch Grammar Course
  7. Compound question words - Combine "waar" with prepositions for nuances: "waarom" (why), "waarvoor" (for what), "waarmee" (with what). These hybrids let you ask about reasons, purposes and tools like a pro! Algemene Nederlandse Spraakkunst
  8. Specific choices: "welke" vs "wat voor een" - "Welke film wil je zien?" (Which movie do you want to watch?) versus "Wat voor een auto heb je?" (What kind of car do you have?). Use the right phrase to zoom in on details. Dutch Grammar Course
  9. Asking quantities with "hoeveel" - Quantity questions use "hoeveel": "Hoeveel kost dit?" (How much does this cost?) or "Hoeveel mensen komen?" (How many people are coming?). Perfect for shopping sprees or party plans! Taalportaal
  10. Using "wie" for people - "Wie" hunts down people as subject or object: "Wie belt mij?" (Who's calling me?) or "Wie heb je gezien?" (Whom did you see?). It's your detective tool for any person-focused question! Dutch Grammar Course
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