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1. Exeter has many landmarks and is famous for many of its citizens. It was an important city for the Romans, who founded it in 40 AD. The location was favoured by them because it had a river, a good feature for any civilization. It was also situated not far from the sea. Adapted from this source of water, what was the Roman name for Exeter?
2. If you travel into Exeter, you will notice the sign, with the motto 'Exeter, it's a capital city.', as it is the administrative city of Devon. This is not Exeter's official motto however. What is it?
3. Also when driving into Exeter, you will notice that Exeter is twinned with four cities. Which of these is Exeter not twinned with?
4. Exeter is in danger of growing too big and has already taken over many villages which were not originally a part of Exeter. They are now suburbs of Exeter. Which of these is one of these suburbs?
5. One of Exeter's most famous attractions is its cathedral. It was built in 1111 AD. At its foot is the Roman baths which has now been covered due to lack of funding. The cathedral also has the second biggest collection of what in the world?
6. Poor old Exeter, it has been the brunt of many a battle. It has been attacked by 12 nations in all, but who attacked Exeter in 876 AD?
7. Exeter's football career has been much to be desired for. After 83 years in the football league, Exeter F.C were relegated. What is their football stadium called?
8. You can travel to Exeter on the M5 motorway which ends at Exeter. On the M5 you may turn off at Bristol and Yeovil, but where does the M5 start?
9. On the M5 motorway into Exeter you may be a little confused. There is a sign advertising The Exeter Maritime Museum, but why is this strange?
10. As transport is so great in the Exeter region, I thought I may finish the quiz with an Exeter transport question. If you were going to travel to Exeter, you could take many modes of transport. My favourite is by train. If you were to leave the city, heavens forbid, then which of these stations might you use?
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