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Quiz about Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire for Visitors
Quiz about Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire for Visitors

Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire for Visitors Quiz


This is a simple quiz about the delights of Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire. From the remote Peak District plateaux to the lively city of Nottingham to the tranquil spa town of Buxton, there's something for everyone in these Midland counties

A multiple-choice quiz by riotgrrl. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
riotgrrl
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
142,804
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
Plays
1297
Last 3 plays: Guest 84 (8/10), Guest 90 (4/10), Guest 13 (6/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. You can explore extensive caves under Nottingham.


Question 2 of 10
2. Which industry is Nottingham historically best-known for? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. What is the name of the poet Lord Byron's stately home? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Many tourists visit Southwell, in Nottinghamshire, to see its stunning: Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Which famous twentieth-century author lived in Eastwood, in Nottinghamshire? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Where might you see the Major Oak? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Which animal symbolises Derby? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Which Derbyshire town is famous for the crooked spire of its church? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. On which Derbyshire river is the industrial revolution sometimes said to have started? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. The 'Peak' District is so-called because it contains numerous craggy peaks. True or false?



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. You can explore extensive caves under Nottingham.

Answer: True

If you enter the caves, through a modern shopping mall, you can see air raid shelters, illegal gambling dens, and even an underground tannery. Above ground, Nottingham Castle looks out over the city. In the shadow of the castle is 'Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem', which claims to be Britain's oldest pub.
2. Which industry is Nottingham historically best-known for?

Answer: Lace making

Conditions for workers making lace were poor, and deteriorated as machines were introduced. This led some workers, who became known as 'Luddites', to smash the machinery. Nottingham is now a major city, with two football teams, the National Ice Centre and countless shops, pubs and bars.
3. What is the name of the poet Lord Byron's stately home?

Answer: Newstead Abbey

Byron restored the Nottinghamshire house, which is now also famed for its gardens. The other great stately homes mentioned all lie in Derbyshire.
4. Many tourists visit Southwell, in Nottinghamshire, to see its stunning:

Answer: Minster

Also in east Nottinghamshire, Newark-on-Trent is well worth a visit, to see the ruins of its castle and the inns around its marketplace.
5. Which famous twentieth-century author lived in Eastwood, in Nottinghamshire?

Answer: D. H. Lawrence

The author of 'The Rainbow' and 'Lady Chatterley's Lover' grew up in the former mining town. With the decline of mining, the area has suffered, yet it is still possible to discover what inspired Lawrence to set many of his novels in the area.
6. Where might you see the Major Oak?

Answer: Sherwood Forest

The Major Oak, near Edwinstowe, in Nottinghamshire, is huge oak tree under which Robin Hood and Maid Marion supposedly got married. The Sherwood Forest and neighbouring Clumber Park are idyllic places to go for long walks.
7. Which animal symbolises Derby?

Answer: Ram

Derby is a small city with pleasant walks along the river, and the chance to see inspired artwork by Joseph Wright in the city gallery.
8. Which Derbyshire town is famous for the crooked spire of its church?

Answer: Chesterfield

Chesterfield also boasts an attractive and lively marketplace, and is known for its Mayday Trade Union rallies. A few miles east is Bolsover, with a 17th century stately home designed to look like an imposing castle.
9. On which Derbyshire river is the industrial revolution sometimes said to have started?

Answer: Derwent

Some of the original mills can now be visited in this World Heritage Site. Also in central Derbyshire are Matlock Bath, with numerous attractions, including a cable car ride, and Bakewell, famous for its puddings, and a great base to explore the Peak District. The Dove and Manifold rivers are best known as for their angling.
10. The 'Peak' District is so-called because it contains numerous craggy peaks. True or false?

Answer: False

The 'Peak' is said to come from the name of the Pecsaetan ('hill people') tribe who lived in the area in the seventh century. The Peak District is commonly divided into the northern 'Dark' or 'High Peak', and southern 'White Peak' due to the colour of the local rocks. The steeper, loftier hills lie in the Dark Peak, but they are flat-topped plateaus, not craggy peaks.
The Peak District is Britain's oldest and most popular National Park, and it mostly lies in Derbyshire - yet another reason to visit!
Source: Author riotgrrl

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