Space in your Suitcase Trivia Quiz

Answer: Paddle steamer

Interestingly, Mark Twain was a licensed steamboat operator and by all accounts, enjoyed the work very much. The amenities for passengers gradually improved over time, and included the opportunity to gamble. Vessels that were for charter, but which did not have regular schedules, were known as tramp steamers.
The United Kingdom has an active paddle steamer preservation society.
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Answer: Tribune

There were a number of different sorts of tribune, but they all functioned in magisterial roles, whether administering civil justice or acting to ensure the welfare of the legions where they served as senior officers.

I hope this weekend activity gets the 'thumbs up'!

Answer: Marathon

While watching television can be both relaxing and informative, a number of studies have shown that excessive viewing can increase the likelihood of illnesses like diabetes, and even shorten one's expected lifespan! All things in moderation.
The marathon is a popular event in the Olympic Games and often offers a great tour of the host city. At the London Games of 2012, the marathon started and finished in The Mall, with Buckingham Palace at the west end.

Answer: Knot

The knot gardens of the Renaissance were formal gardens of geometric design that usually included herbs and plants with fragrant foliage. Some favourite plants for a knot garden include box, lavender and herbs. Plants with fragrant leaves provide a wonderful addition to a garden, especially where people who are vision impaired will be walking.

Answer: train

Australia is a big country! On The Ghan, you can travel from Adelaide in the south to Darwin in the North, via Alice Springs. covering 2,979 kilometres, that will take from (for example) Sunday noon to 6pm on Tuesday. The country travelled through is breathtakingly beautiful, and it's possible to break the journey and do some side trips.

The Flying Scotsman commenced operating in 1862, and runs between London and Edinburgh. Of course, the Orient Express is very famous, and is the subject of numerous novels and movies, including Agatha Christie's 'Murder on the Orient Express'.

Answer: Trivial Pursuit

I love playing trivia! One of my favourite things is to get lost in the researching of the questions, as it adds depth to my knowledge. My very favourite is to play online trivia in a chat room with my online friends! The word trivia is the plural of trivium, which is Latin for a "place where three roads meet".

Answer: Christopher Wren

Christopher Wren was responsible for the rebuilding of St Paul's Cathedral in London (after the Great Fire of 1666), where he is buried. The inscription is an invitation to view the genius of this great architect.

Answer: Turkish delight

Poor Edmund was properly tricked by the White Witch and had to be rescued by Aslan. Turkish Delight is a gelatine-based sweet that is usually flavoured with rose water.

Answer: Sovereign Hill

Sovereign Hill is a great place to spend a day. The staff there all dress in period costume and it's possible to pan for gold, as well as seeing it smelted. At night, there's a sound and light display called 'Blood on the Southern Cross', which recreates the story of the Eureka Rebellion.

Jorvik is in York, England; Lotte World is in Korea and Stagecoach Stop is in the USA.

Answer: Tchaikovsky

There are a number of studies that point to the health benefits of listening to music, including assisting the brain process information, reducing stress, assisting sleep and lowering blood pressure. That's apart from the fun of singing your lungs out to your favourite song!