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Where in Barrie? Trivia Quiz

This quiz is on one of my favourite growing cities in Ontario, Canada. Let's see what you know about Barrie's history and features. Good luck!

A multiple-choice quiz by kyleisalive. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
kyleisalive

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
202,846

Updated
Nov 14 22

# Qns
10

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Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

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Top 20% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. A festival is held every August in Barrie by the lakefront. What is it called? Hint

Bayfest

Augustfest

Summerfest

Kempenfest

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Question 2 of 10

2. What is the name of the lake that Barrie is situated on? Hint

Lake Huron

Lake Ontario

Lake Nipissing

Lake Simcoe

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Question 3 of 10

3. If you're on the same street as the Kozlov Center, Georgian Mall, and Bayfield Mall, what street are you on? Hint

Georgian Street

Molson Park Drive

Kozlov Street

Bayfield Street

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Question 4 of 10

4. Barrie is more than 150 years old.

True

False

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Question 5 of 10

5. Just north of Barrie, what sports center is Ontario's leader for mountain biking and cross-country skiing trails? Hint

Hardwood Hills

Horseshoe Valley

Snow Valley

Hempola Farms

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Question 6 of 10

6. If you've ever been to Barrie, you've probably seen the big metal statue on the waterfront. What's its name?

Answer: (Two Words)

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Question 7 of 10

7. Every February, a festival occurs on Barrie's frozen lake. What's it called? Hint

Winterfest

Snowball Festival

Winterlude

Snow Days

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Question 8 of 10

8. A sports center is where the annual craft show is held and it's where the city's hockey team plays. What is the name of this sports center? Hint

Barrie Sadlon Arena

Royal Victoria Complex

Georgian Arena

Bayview Center

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Question 9 of 10

9. A street cuts right through downtown Barrie and holds many of the unique shops. Which street is it? Hint

Dunlop Street

Seneca Avenue

Bayview Street

Molson Park Avenue

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Question 10 of 10

10. Barrie is located north of Toronto, Ontario.

True

False

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. A festival is held every August in Barrie by the lakefront. What is it called?

Answer: Kempenfest

The festival is called Kempenfest because it is located on Kempenfelt Bay. The festival attracts more than three hundred thousand visitors each year. Many vendors sell arts and crafts during the festival, and there are usually many sales in local shops.

2. What is the name of the lake that Barrie is situated on?

Answer: Lake Simcoe

Lake Simcoe is Ontario's fourth largest lake. At the north end, Lake Simcoe connects to Lake Couchiching in the north end, and it contains Cook's Bay to the south as well as Kempenfelt Bay. The northern shore of the lake is home to thousands of cottages, and it is a very popular vacation spot.

3. If you're on the same street as the Kozlov Center, Georgian Mall, and Bayfield Mall, what street are you on?

Answer: Bayfield Street

The Kozlov Center, Georgian Mall, and Bayfield Mall are all large shopping centers in north Barrie. Two of the malls even contain movie theatres, and they're only a short drive from the lake.

4. Barrie is more than 150 years old.

Answer: True

Barrie became a town in 1853, and it celebrated its sesquicentennial in 2003. Barrie is now one of the fastest growing cities in Canada.

5. Just north of Barrie, what sports center is Ontario's leader for mountain biking and cross-country skiing trails?

Answer: Hardwood Hills

Hardwood Hills is a short drive up the highway from Barrie and contained more than fifty miles of trails. I also hosts the Twenty-four Hours of Adrenaline race during the summer.

6. If you've ever been to Barrie, you've probably seen the big metal statue on the waterfront. What's its name?

Answer: Spiritcatcher

The Spirit Catcher looks over Kempenfelt Bay and sometimes its wings actually sway in the breeze. It was originally created for Expo '86 in Vancouver, but Barrie purchased it. It's one of those things you'll always see in a Barrie, Ontario postcard. :)

7. Every February, a festival occurs on Barrie's frozen lake. What's it called?

Answer: Winterfest

Usually, the festival contains snow and ice sculptures, dog sleds, ice fishing, polar bear dips, and other fun winter activities.

8. A sports center is where the annual craft show is held and it's where the city's hockey team plays. What is the name of this sports center?

Answer: Barrie Sadlon Arena

Not only do the Barrie Colts play at the complex, but usually, famous bands and singers perform in the arena. Sometimes, even figure skating and other sports or festivals occur there too.

9. A street cuts right through downtown Barrie and holds many of the unique shops. Which street is it?

Answer: Dunlop Street

On Dunlop Street, you can get a clear view of Lake Simcoe and you can shop at many of the unique gift shops. There's even a brewery on this street!

10. Barrie is located north of Toronto, Ontario.

Answer: True

Barrie is approximately ninety kilometres north of Toronto, so you only need to drive about forty-five minutes on Highway 400 to travel back and forth. Many Torontonians own cottages in Barrie because of the wilderness and the proximity to the Canadian Shield.

Source: Author kyleisalive

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